UPGRADE CDP NEED YOUR HELP


Hello,
I would like to upgrade my CDP. I have a Music Hall 25.2 currently but it just is not doing it for me. I have tried adding a Bel Canto DAC but IMO it did not take me to another level. Current system:

Musical Fidelity A5 integrated
Energy Veritas 2.3I Speakers
MH 25.5 CDP

Thinking about:

Rega Apollo / Saturn
Raysonic 125
Musical Fidelity A5
Sim audio
Audio Aero

Music:

Harem Scarem
Frank Marino
Robin Trower
Al di Meola
Widespread Panic
Micheal Schenker Group
Larry Carlton
Porcupine Tree
Camel

Most of my music as you can see is guitar drivin. I would prefer used, budget about $1500.00 or ideas for holding out for a higher end unit.
musicrover
The Apollo is a very musical CDP. Notice, I said musical not audiophile. I have it and love it. You may also want to look for a very clean Jupitor, which I also own and use in another system.

Good luck,
L
Ditto again on the Audio Aero Prima, but I'm biased as an AA owner. The Rega's also have a strong, enduring following. Another player to consider that is not on your list is the Arcam CD 23.
The sim i5.3 player might be cheaper than the aero prima.Never had the luxury of hearing one though(looks super sweet).I have sim equinox for now.Nice sounding player.Sim or audio areo...gets my vote.good luck.
In your price range you can possibly snag a used Ayre
CX-7e CD player. I also agree with the poster above that the Arcam FMJ 23 would be another option, and that would only run you $750 used. I've had both and preferred the Ayre but could easily live with the Arcam unit.
Am I chasing my tail? Which one of the cdp listed in this thread would best playback a combination of redbook cd’s and cdr’s?