I have an K01-X which offers various filter settings to adjust the sound. Nothing dry or sterile. Esoteric releases every 2 years a new product that is supposedly a breakthrough. Not fun if you own these units as the value loss is not to be underestimated. Assuming they are better every generation then we start from a very high quality and go up from there, meaning these will all be end game units with minor differences. I think this is a save buy from a highly respected brand.
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!