Problem with Esoteric service


Hello all. I recently bought an Esoteric UX3SE from another site. It arrived intact. After giving it 24 hours to warm up, I settled in for a listen. It sounded great. However, the next day as I went to listen I found that the unit didn't want to read many of my perfect CDs. I verified that the discs played on other units. Still, the Esoteric gave the message "no disc". I called Esoteric to find out the cost of evaluating the problem and to find out their service cost. Two days into trying to get a call back, I'm worried about this company. The receptionist says that only one man; Brian can answer questions about my problem. I'm concerned with the fact that I've called three times in attempt to talk to him. Of course I can return the unit to the seller so I'm not out the money. Does anyone else have experience with Esoteric? I'm nervous about them at this point. Thank you. Joe
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jnovak

 

Nice score! Joe.  Yes, there are plenty of Esoteric spinners on the demo/used marketplace.  It would be helpful to learn which Model(s) must have the drive (transport)/ Laser block returned to Japan for jig-tool servicing?

 

Happy Listening!

jnovak

 

Thank You for the follow up. Which player did you purchase after returning the Esoteric?

 

Happy Listening!

Thank You- Joe
for taking the time to keep us posted. WOW! is correct. What a nightmare?

Hang in there -Joe.
it is imperative to post positive & negative experiences when dealing w/ these companies. Especially, when attempting to deal w/ a manufacturer like Esoteric. Their players are excellent and not inexpensive. Make certain you mark whom you talk to, date and time, for your records. 

Same goes for dealers/retailers to keep those guys in "check".
Keep me posted.