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Modwright sony xa5400 vs Modwright Oppo 95

Anyone got a chance to compare modded xa5400 and Oppo 95 units? How would you define the overall sound character of the two? I am using Merlin speakers with ARS filarmonia amplifier. I like to listen Jazz and Classical mainly. Would like to have a great resolution, vocal clarity, focused sound stage and full bodied presentation (..of Piano and string instruments).
Not looking for comparison between stock and modded units.
Please help me decide between the two. Thanks.
celestial_audio
brownsfan
1,508 posts
 
Jwm, I will be wanting to hear from you as your 105 breaks in. I plan to go for the 105 if it is indeed a substantial upgrade over the ModWright
Sony.
celestial_audio OP
73 posts
 
I will get the modded 105 unit mid Feb. Ordered with bybee rail and audio magic pulse gen. Jwm, I am also very I interested in hearing your impressions of 105 compared to 95. Thanks.
celestial_audio OP
73 posts
 
So, what 6SN7/rectifier tube is your favorite in Modwright Oppo? How would you rank them?
I liked Sylvania VT231 and Create Audio rectifier in MW oppo 95.
I am wondering if any body compared Shuguang CV181-Z or Psvane CV181-T tubes to popular NOS tubes like TSRP, KenRad, RCA grey, Sylvania 6sn7W etc..
jfz
570 posts
 
I am also very interested to hear what you think of the 105 vis a vis the 95!
mrtennis
3,295 posts
 
i've listened to ge, rca (brown base), several sylvanias, gold
aero and tung sol. they all provide a slightly different presentation--especially, resolution and frequency response and tonality.

my favorite is the rca because of its richness. the brimar is most balanced, in that it is on the neutral side, with a slight touch of warmth. it certainly provides enough detail, without emphasizng the treble.

i would like to hear a mullard someday.
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