Sony scd-xa777es vs scd-777es?

10-10-10: Buconero117 writes:

Should not be as the chip set in each is the same.

I don't think that's true.

I own a modified SCD-XA777ES. I also have a stock XA5400ES, and agree with Jylee.

Regards,

I had a SCD777ES; I didn't much like it vs. my Accuphase DP75V and Meridian 508.24 at the time (though the bass was better than the Meridian). I also think the 5400 is better with grainless, liquid mids.
(I have a 5400, not yet fully broken-in, but I moved to EMM and will probably sell it when I get around to it.)

I have the XA777es and think it sounds just great, at least too me. Have not heard the 5400es, but have grown sick of trying to keep up with the latest and just enjoy the music.

Vinny