I was not able to find much information on these NWO players on APL's website (aplhifi.com I assume). What are the differences between NWO1, 2, 2,5?
Trackmango (Threads)
Check the APLHiFi Discussion Forums for good info.
Here is info about the APLHiFi NWO1.
Here is a discussion about the APLHiFi NWO 2.5
You can also email Alex@aplhifi.com
APL is located in the Bay Area. For less than $150 round trip, you can fly there and hear the NWO2 at the APL facility. That's what I'd suggest.
There may be an owner in the LA area, but I'm not certain. I used to own an APL Denon 3910, but I have since sold it for financial reasons.