I don't know anything about Esoteric products. But I do know this, if a friend is offering you a chance to own a great piece of musical reproduction at a reasonable price, asking oneself how to incorporate that component may be more advantageous than how to exclude. It may not work out in the end, but that may be a byproduct of your system. A need indeed is a friend in need.
Esoteric K03XD
I have the opportunity to buy the Esoteric K03XD at a extremely attractive from a out of state friend. I trust his ears and he has always bragged about how the XD line was much more musical and organic than previous Esoteric players. Anyone heard the K03XD? I was never in love with the sound of the older players. Any feedback about this player would be truly appreciated!