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Need help choosing a new CD Player

I consider myself new to this hobby although I have dabbled a bit over the past 30 years or so.  Recently purchased a McIntosh MA252 integrated and have a set of B&W Matrix speakers (1985 - 1989 vintage) that sound pretty good .  Looking for a CD player (prefer under $1000) to replace my current Samsung DVD player.   I primarily listen to classic rock and some classical.

For this price range am looking at the following:

Marantz CD6007

Rotel CD11 Tribute or CD 14

Pro-Ject CDBox S2 Chrome

My listening room is a little odd shaped (11x 16, bay window at one end and glass wall at the other end) and I have to listen across the shorter distance due to the room configuration.

Eventually will upgrade the speakers, but for now need a CD player

Would appreciate some advice on a decent quality CD player (at this time, not interested in a CDT and DAC setup).   Thanks in advance.

 

 

 

 

deadhead58
gsm18439
895 posts
 

You should add an AudioRefinement Complete CD player to you list. These are the YBA previous generation second line, but the sound is outstanding.

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jerryg123
3,429 posts
 

Audiolab CDT but you will need a DAC. Built like a tank.

mahler123
3,465 posts
 

Come on, people, the OP stated he doesn't want a dac-transport, or a streamer, but a good old fashioned CD player.  Sony, Marantz, Yamaha, NAD, Rega all make players in the $1k range.  Suggest you find a dealer who sells and see if you can do a home audition

turnbowm
353 posts
 

Had a Sony X303-ES CDP that I enjoyed for 25 years but it was starting to show its age and parts were no longer available. Replaced it with a Marantz CD6006 and very happy with my decision. A very musical presentation that's easy on the ears.

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femoore12
683 posts
 

I have switched between Marantz and Yamaha CD players for years. The Marantz CD6007 is a fantastic choice below $1000. Great sound and great quality. The Yamaha CD-S1000 is a also a really good choice (also plays SACD), but it’s right above your budget.
 

Between what you have listed I personally would choose the Marantz. I think their CD players work well with McIntosh gear. 

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