If you really want the truth instead of opinions,most of them b.s. call steve huntley at area 651-578-0657.Steve worked for Wadia for many years his business is repair and upgrade to wadia and arc products .When I spoke to him yesterday he was on his way to the wadia factory to pick up parts.
Which Wadia a better buy in value terms?
I hv been offered two mint condition CDPs - a Wadia 850 (first owner, about 2 years) for $2,300 and a Wadia 860 (more than 2 years, probably 2nd owner) for $3,700. I can't decide which to go for...while I don't mind paying slightly more for the 860 so that I enjoy "upgrad-a-bility" to a 861 later, I wonder if I should just settle for the 850 and forget about the hype! Could you share with me the REAL sonic difference between the two i.e. 850 & 860 and is the premium worth it? Much thanks.