I had a Wadia 850 for about 7 months and thought it was the best player I had heard in its price range. I recently upgraded to an 860x and yes it is a more refined player but I would still highly recommend an 850. I agree w/ Ivanj, to get the absolute best perfomance take advantage of the Wadia's fully balanced design. I can't imagine you being disapointed with the 850. Give it a listen and you be the judge.
