I think this pic says it all. I think the OP might have not been impressed with the Devialet D-Premier but the new Devialet line D170 /240 and D500 are in a different league sound wise. Not to mention the firmware version that he was listening to would have a big impact on what heard as well. It would be interesting to hear his thoughts on a newer model with the latest firmware. Its my opinion the Wadia isn't in the same league at all as the Devialet for starters the ADH amplification concept is superior and well just look at the guts in the Wadia compared to the Devialet. Which one looks like it could be built at home with parts from fry's?