Luxman d-08u vs berkeley reference 2 dac


Anyone have any experience with the luxman d-08u or berkeley reference dac 2 for cd or digital playback? If you were to choose one, which would you buy and why. Thanks for any insight!
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I have been looking at the Luxman D-08u and came across this thread which is of particular interest to me because I am the owner of a Berkeley Audio DAC Reference Series 2.  I hesitated to buy it because the reviews seemed a little too neutral and I like a touch of sweetness.  But in the end, I bought it and I am very pleased with it. it is never fatiguing.  Those who listen to my system are very complimentary.  The other significant components are my Quad ESL-63 speakers and Audiomat Prelude Reference MKII integrated tube amp.  It seems to be a happy combination.

Back to the Luxman.  I didn’t realize that the Luxman D-10X supercedes the D-08u.  I assumed that because the price of the 10x is cheaper.  When does that ever happen.  Has anyone compared the two?  Which is better?