Intersting read for me, Kris, as I'm currently swapping betwen an XB930E and Cambridge 840c trying to decide which I prefer. (I'm not sure what the difference is between the 920E and 930E is? The transport looks identical at any rate). I don't find over bright treble a problem at all, if anything I would lie a touch more 'sparkle' but this is probably personal taste - I always prefer too 'bright' to 'too dull' if I have to choose between the two.

I've muddied the waters a bit in the comparisons by swapping interconnects between Audioquest Turquoise and the £20 Belden job - the 840c seems to prefer the Audioquest (more detial and ambience) whereas the Sony likes the Belden - it sounds a little 'soft with the Audioquest.

Is it still possible to get the mods done for the 920/930? Mine has only had a few hours use from new.