Which Wadia a better buy in value terms?

I do not think Wadia is out of business. I read the original investors wanted out, so they are reorganizing. Will be back soon.

stereohile has an article describing the wadia situation. it seems the planned reorganization (read: managmement buy-out and relocation to ann arbor, mi as previously reported) did not transpire. instead, wadia's controlling investor has purchased the ownership interest they did not already possess. operations have shut down as the owners look for potential buyers. no mention as to how existing product warranties will be treated. however, no new products will be introduced. i'm a pretty cynical guy and doubt the purchaser, who ever they end up to be, will be up to scratch. that said, levinson carries on in the tradition under which it was created without mark (now of red rose). perhaps there's hope yet.

There you have it! 1000 answers are 1000 new questions. I am perfectly happy with my 850 24/96 machine. The only upgrade I really fancy is the 270/27ix. My humble opinion is: forget everything else than a WADIA - I heard so many but those guys know/knew? about the best digital source! Cheers

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.

Yea, Steve has an (at least?) intrim contract to manage all service and support for Wadia products during their "reorganization." He also does customized upgrades to all Wadia models that are proported to take them well beyond the stock, factory upgrades (which I assume he does as well at the moment). This, in a clear sense, could address concerns regarding the "non-upgradability" of the 850. He'd be happy to upgrade one.