I did not make a direct comparison but Ana Mighty Sound had an AMG Viella Forte which is very close to the Brinkmann Balance. The CSPort LFT1 was jut more engaging with a sense of authority, nuances and flow that I could not have with the AMG. That day I knew that if I ever wanted to replace the Brinkmann Balance, the CSPort would be the one.Congrats on your new CSPort TAT1 M2 turntable. Is it possible for you to share your thought on how the TAT1 compares with your Brinkmann Balance? I appreciate that you don't have it in your own system yet so difficult to be exact but any initial thoughts you can share would be very helpful? For example, what characteristics really stood out during your demos? No worries if not possible. Many thanks