I would suggest considering an external DAC and use your CD player just as a transport. If your DVD player dies, then replace it with another. Most people are wary of buying a 10-15 year CD player, but a player that cost $5,000 15 years ago can now be picked up for $500 (or less). There are some terrific bargains to be found, if you keep your eyes open.
I bought a 15 year old Sony S9000ES and played it for years before selling it and buying a used 10 year old Esoteric DV50S for $1,000 ($8,000 new).
There are some very nice DACs to be had in the $700 range (both used and new).
New:
Denafrips Ares
Used:
Teac UD-503
These are just two examples. There are lots to choose from.
I bought a 15 year old Sony S9000ES and played it for years before selling it and buying a used 10 year old Esoteric DV50S for $1,000 ($8,000 new).
There are some very nice DACs to be had in the $700 range (both used and new).
New:
Denafrips Ares
Used:
Teac UD-503
These are just two examples. There are lots to choose from.