Elect. EMC-1 Mk II vs. Audio Aero Capitole Mk II ?

I have owned the EMC1 Mk2, the Audio Aero MkII and the Accuphase DP85. I would say the Audio Aero and the EMC1 are close in sound, but the Aero has just that little edge in seduction and pulling you into the music. But at this level it is a question of taste. They are all great machines. But i must say i am now firmly installed in the Accuphase camp, and feel no need to upgrade to anything else. I am content, and it is the first time EVER that it has happened, so i am happy, and so is my wallet :)

Cheers

the bass difference between the Capitol 1 and Capitol 2 is positively stunning if you felt the Capitol 1 had some bass weakness and extension restriction you need to check out a Capitol 2 the bass problems have been eliminated. was very impressed.

Head to head I prefered the Gamut CD-1 to the EMC. It was cleaner, faster, and more invlolving.

disagree- found the Gamut clear and extened in the highs, but emotionally it was not there, and the bass? WHAT bass? One of the bigger disappointments I have encountered lately...

Anybody know how the AA people "fixed" the bass weakness when going from the MK1 to MKII? Don't both units still employ 12ax7 type tubes? I auditioned the MK1 extensively at home and the bass reminded me of the fat & ripe bass you get from many tube amps, especially those using 12ax7 for gain.