Modwright sony xa5400 vs Modwright Oppo 95


Anyone got a chance to compare modded xa5400 and Oppo 95 units? How would you define the overall sound character of the two? I am using Merlin speakers with ARS filarmonia amplifier. I like to listen Jazz and Classical mainly. Would like to have a great resolution, vocal clarity, focused sound stage and full bodied presentation (..of Piano and string instruments).
Not looking for comparison between stock and modded units.
Please help me decide between the two. Thanks.
celestial_audio

Showing 2 responses by rhyno

i'll mention i just did something made a large difference in resolution: i put the sony chassis power cord on a transformer-based conditioner, and the analog power supply on a passive (ala straight to the wall). this makes sense as the draw of the sony is minimal..trannys wont hurt dynamics in this case.
just in case anyone is interested in a trade, am thinking of offering to trade my MW 5400 for a MW Oppo 95 (and only the MW oppo 95). will throw in spare laser assembly (which i bought thinking i'd keep the 5400 forever---which i may; only doing it to add multi-format for maybe turning my audio room into A/V)

unit is NOT for sale. only a MW oppo 95 owner with good feedback need reply. all others, no thanks!

mahalo