Haven't read this whole thread, yet, but why CD Player? Why not CDT (CD Transport)? When or if my Marantz dies in my lifetime, I think I'd be much more inclined to go CDT, rather than CD, even if I have to buy a CDT and external DAC.
Be that as it may, although I haven't heard it, one CD Player that consistently gets outstanding reviews is the Bryston BCD-3. If you have SACDs, however, you might want to check out the Marantz SA-10, another unit that is consistently well reviewed.
Be that as it may, although I haven't heard it, one CD Player that consistently gets outstanding reviews is the Bryston BCD-3. If you have SACDs, however, you might want to check out the Marantz SA-10, another unit that is consistently well reviewed.