On Apr 16, 2010, at 12:35 PM, LarryS wrote:

 

We’re into rarified air here, so I’m sure there will be plenty of differing opinion, BUT

 

I don’t think whatever sonic difference that may allege to exist could be illustrated by a simple mp3.

 

I’ve owned both and can hear no diff (aside that which could be explained to manufacturing tolerance).  Listening closely ENOUGH and you’ll hear differences between every unit of any kind. 

 

Hey, it’s *analog* -- it’s supposed to be a little bit organic :-)