Consider the 47Labs Shigaraki DAC and use your Marantz as a transport.I don't really know how to quantify "LP sound" like but if it's the natural ease and flow of vinyl that you're after, the Shigaraki is about as close as you'll find for the money.I believe retail is $1250 but you should be able to find one used for well under your $1K.
A simpler less costly approach than a major component upgrade that you might consider is the rethinking the method of isolation that you use, if any.You can make significant gains here esp with moderately priced digital as these machines tend to use less sophisticated suspensions and less robust construction & attention to resonance management.
Best,
Ken Lyon
GreaterRanges/Neuance
A simpler less costly approach than a major component upgrade that you might consider is the rethinking the method of isolation that you use, if any.You can make significant gains here esp with moderately priced digital as these machines tend to use less sophisticated suspensions and less robust construction & attention to resonance management.
Best,
Ken Lyon
GreaterRanges/Neuance