The other BIG difference between the K-03X and K-05X is the transport. Not sure if the K-05X is an 'off-shelf' transport upgraded by Esoteric (Teac), but the K-03X transport is definitely a custom unit. Difference in weight between the two is 61# vs 41#, which is significant and likely split primarily between the transport & power supply.
Am also a 'physical media' person and am trying to decide between the two Esoteric mentioned, an Accuphase DP-560 (~50% more than a K-03X) or a McIntosh MCD550. Am leaning towards the K-05X as its slimmer chassis fits my system better and my ears have started rolling off above 15KHz and not sure I'll hear the difference.
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