Low level resolution
Clear presentation at all frequencies
Outstanding build quality
10 year warranty (3 on transport)

300-400 hour break-in period, so have patience

I'm reviewing the Special Edition version that recently won a Golden Ear Award from Absolute Sound. I've had it in my main system for a week and although it supposedly requires 400 hours break-in right out of the box it sounded better than my Musical Fidelity A308 which has been my reference for 5 years. Not that the A308 isn't a great CD player, but the Equinox SE presented more resolution and somewhat larger soundstage. Keep in mind that was right out of the box. If there is one thing I have learned with expensive audio gear you have to have patience during the break-in period.Right now I'm breaking in a Placette RVC, Nordost Frey speaker cables and the Equinox. This combination teamed with an Edge M8m, Tyler Acoustic speakers and a Legacy LF Extreme subwoofer is the reference system I've wanted all my life and as the new components break-in I am sure I'm going to be one happy audio camper!

Customer Service

Simaudio has outstanding reputation and the long warranty period proves their dedication to customer satisfaction

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