@skyscraper It was a while ago, so definitely call before jumping in the car. I was pretty set on a Luxman, so I didn't do a comparison, but now I wish I had, just so I could comment. Who knows what A.E. have in stock these days--they may even have the new Luxmans in.
I'm very happy with the D-05u. I have the Bryston in my second system, where it's entirely at home. I prefer a slightly forgiving (rather than in-your-face) presentation, and the Bryston's absolute neutrality is tempered by the other components and the room's acoustic. In the big rig the Luxman gives me just what I'm looking for--all the usual audiophile virtues, with just a hint of warmth.
I'm very happy with the D-05u. I have the Bryston in my second system, where it's entirely at home. I prefer a slightly forgiving (rather than in-your-face) presentation, and the Bryston's absolute neutrality is tempered by the other components and the room's acoustic. In the big rig the Luxman gives me just what I'm looking for--all the usual audiophile virtues, with just a hint of warmth.