PS: what is the benefit nowadays using CD’s instead of a nice DAC/Streamer combo?
Both good/great is done right BUT the selection with streaming is astounding. Go to a show or shop and check it out. Lot's of good used stuff for starter streamers or higher end steamers always around.
The "benefit" of CDs is that you don't need the internet and a cleaned up ethernet chain. Less parts are needed too.
Sonically, with both done right, there's scant difference if any. High end flac files (steamed) are tops.
My CD's are in a closet and CD player is too. Both are kept in case the internet blacks out for days.