Tough question as everyone has different taste concerning sound. But when it comes to digital it pays to stay up with at least the current tech. The OPPO uses the ESS SABER DAC's and it has XLR audio outs. Plus it does a lot more awesome stuff that I wont go into right now. Awesome universal player! Can your LEX/ALPHA combo spin any disc? And provide smart access to NEFLIX,PANDORA,HULU,ect...?