Esoteric K-01

Dev,
Excellent points, it is difficult to eliminate the many variables when attempting to fairly compare components in an A/B format.

:Does this make product "a" better than product "b"?"

Typically, I avoid the terms "better" and "best" like the proverbial plague. I tend to use variants of the term "prefer" instead, in an as narrowly defined context as I can . However, I recommend that a general discussion on comparative auditioning procedures and merits be continued on a dedicated thread.... I am positive there exist a number of such items on Agon already, without the need to dilute this K-01-specific discussion any further with admittedly fascinating metatopics.

I believe the new Esoteric P02/D02 has been released. Apparently, it will replace the P03/D03. It will be interesting to see how it compares to the K-01. Alex, Guidocorona, any ideas?

Guilocorona,

said;

"Hence 2 well broken in CDPs should be in the same system, fed into identically broken in inputs of the pre, connected with identical and equally broken in ICs, and fed by identical power cords. Ideally, the two devices may be best set side-by-side on a rack, rather than on different shelves."

I don't agree with your way for comparisions, it's flawed, way to many other variables.

My apologies Dev, as I mentioned already, analitical methodologies are best discussed in a dedicated thread. Guido