The G08 has been superceded by the G08.2. The main difference is that the new version is top loading (I think).
I was thinking of getting a G08 (front loading)to replace my 528.24. But when I compared them, I didn't think the G08 was better overall. The 508 was more transparent and dynamic whilst the G08 had a touch more definition and was a bit smoother. I think the difference comes down to upsampling in the G08 - which has pluses and minuses. I'd recommend getting a 508.24 just because of the price difference.
I was thinking of getting a G08 (front loading)to replace my 528.24. But when I compared them, I didn't think the G08 was better overall. The 508 was more transparent and dynamic whilst the G08 had a touch more definition and was a bit smoother. I think the difference comes down to upsampling in the G08 - which has pluses and minuses. I'd recommend getting a 508.24 just because of the price difference.