Sony SCD-XA5400ES vs. Bryston BCD-1

I currently have the Bryston but am considering dabbling with SACDs and came upon the Sony in discussions here. Anybody have to opportunity to do a direct comparison? Will likely just run these direct into my preamp but am also considering adding a Benchmark DAC-1.

Thanks guys.

e30m303-08-2010 2:03am

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budt Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 157 posts 03-10-2010 at 10:16pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Bryston has more pin point imaging but the Sony sounds more airy and natural in my system.I also find the bryston a little bloated in the lower midrange/upper bass region( too warm for my system).