Simaudio 610LP vs Esoteric E-03 phono stages

Hi,

I would love to hear your very first impressions.

Thanks,

Hi Moonguy - Been awhile on this thread, as I'm also very curious as to your thoughts/comparisons bet. the Andros, 610lp, and the E-03. I'm presently in a very similar situation, having the Zesto Andros, along with a Simaudio W-5/P-5 amp/preamp combo. Have not auditioned either the 610lp or E-03 (Have the Esoteric X-03se digital source, so I too am familiar with the Esoteric house sound). Does the 610lp have better synergy for you than the Andros?

Mbump,

We have similar systems. I have the W-5 LE, P-7.To answer your question. As good as the Andros is, the Simaudio 610lp trounced it, no comparison.

I am between tables right now, but will be running fully balanced into the 610 in the future.My advice would be to get the 610, you won't look back.

Read the latest tone magazine review of the 610, saying some will prefer it to the 810.

Thanks, Moonguy. Will definitely be doing more research/reading on both the 610 and 810, although admittedly, these price points are significant from the Andros & E-03. You mentioned at one point the E-03 was on your short list prior to acquiring the Andros. Ever have the opportunity to listen to the E-03?

No, I didn't get a chance to listen to the Esoteric. It is very well reviewed.There is a gently used one at audio eden here in Canada.with the dollar difference in your favour, it might be worth looking at.