Things that make you go, "Hmmmmm...."

I think this will be directly related to the price of used CDs. Personally, I can’t see them ever appreciating in value or making a comeback like vinyl, especially since we have access to an increasing cloud library of higher resolution digital files. Even more interesting is if we are at peak vinyl? I suspect we have 5 more years of growth and then a steady decline again. The reason being that in 5 years high quality powered, dsp-enabled speakers will be affordable and available from many consumer manufacturers. 

Peak vinyl. Good one.

Even more interesting is why you said, "higher resolution" instead of enjoyable, captivating, musically satisfying, or anything having anything at all to do with an actual reason any normal person would want to listen to it.

We all know there are tons of record players all over the place selling for the same or even more now than when they were first made 20, 30 or more years ago. Don’t even have to be that good. Plenty of run of the mill direct drive Technics that were $350 back in the 70’s fetching $400 today.

So. Seriously. There are no CD players you can say this about? None?? Anywhere? EVER???!

I know you’re fishing for a hostile debate but the market has clearly spoken. Nearly no one cares about CDs and I can’t see that ever happening again. Cassettes are coming back but that will be short lived. Yes, higher resolution. It’s digital so specs matter. Audiophiles have moved on to DSD and high res streaming. With a great DAC I can play everything including CD data. Give it up. CDs are dead and aren’t coming back. If you buy a $10k transport, be aware it’s going to be tough to resell. 

If you want something that will hold it's value consider any repairs that may be needed down the road.Invest in the replacement parts now and tuck them away for later.
Yeah,I'm one of those losers that still play CDs.Everything comes back around again.Victrolas,turntables,CD players....

Everything comes back around is a patently false claim but whatever.