Is it a good idea to buy CD players over 10 years old even it is a reliable brand?

I would make sure that replacement lasers and transports are available. I bought a used Esoteric player last summer and it would not play hybrid sacd’s. Fortunately, I also bought a Square Trade policy. They paid for a new laser mechanism and the labor to install it. I would recommend that you get a Square Trade policy or something similar, if possible.

You should also be aware that some Esoteric models need to be shipped to Japan for repairs. I don’t know what the deal is with Accuphase. If you are still considering the X-05, I would call TAP Electronics to see if they can do repairs to that particular model at their California location instead of shipping it to Japan.

No,  It's time to move to the 2020s.  Buy a DAC and rip your disks.  Better SQ.  Don't let mechanical disk playing get in the way of your music.

@melm ........................why is it many like you constantly diss a CD player and push streaming on people when they specifically ask for CD player opinions?  If these people are in these forums, then they know about streaming.  

I have both a music server and Esoteric SACD player and I much prefer playing the little disks even though the music is ripped to the server.  If I use the server, I never fully listen to whatever is chosen in its entirety, with the CD I do.  

Try to answer the question the OP asked please. 

I am using a near-20 year old Electrocompaniet EMC-1UP, and it sounds superb. Note, however, that I did replace the (Philips) laser once.

How long will it last? Don't know, but it's built like a tank. Does it sound as good as more recent models, or streaming? Well, that would depend on the quality of the components.

In any case, I reject the notion that CD players are somehow anachronistic, and the really good ones can still produce lovely sounding music.

We still have an Electrcompaniet EMC 1UP on display and as Whipsaw says it is reilable and superb sounding.

One of the great classic players.

Dave and Troy
Audio Doctor NJ Electrcompaniet dealer