What CD Player to replace McIntosh MCD550?


I want to replace my McIntosh MCD550 SACD/CD player. I like the sound and resolution of the unit but I’ve all but given up on McIntosh for their CD players. This is my third unit since July of 2015. Warranty replaced the first two for bad order transports now this current one (out of warranty) is exhibiting the same problems. I stayed within the product line as my system is all McIntosh. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.

~Bill


klenbore
Apropos my post above, If you wanted a higher end model than the Piccolo +, there is the Aria 2 model which has an in-built ripper & options like an external linear psu. Though i'm unsure about pricing.
I have a fair amount of SACD's by far my collection is RBCD's.  I also forgot to mention the new player needs to have an all black face plate to keep the aesthetics of the rest of my equipment. My speakers are Focal Kanta's. 

I've considered going the all digital path, not really sure I'm ready for it at this time. I like hands-on, flipping through the collection until I find what I'm in the mood to listen to.  

This whole ordeal has me questioning how much $$$ I've put into this passion and how many more $ I want to put into it.  Go figure.
     
There is a Modwright Sony SCD-XA5400ES in good shape FS asking $2700 which is a giant killer at that price point, but it lacks the digital inputs you require. That said you could probably get that player for $2.3-$2.4k & spend the savings on some Stillpoints or Shun Mook iso feet, or a cable upgrade - https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis91bg2-sony-modwright-scd-xa5400es-cd-sacd-players

All things considered, I think the player which ticks all your boxes, and will be a very good RBCD as well as SACD player is the new Ayon CD-10. And that will give you the flexibility to roll the stock 6H30EB tubes with mil-spec DR’s, or warm sounding cryo’d EH 6H30 Gold Pins to get a different/better sound. There is a brand new unit on the ‘Gon asking <$5k FYI, though I’m sure you could negotiate a good deal through your local Ayon Dealer. Hope that helps.