CD Player with the best Built-in Volume Control...

Audio Aero Capitole II

It can also serve as a pre for DVD, Satellite, and (latest version)--has analog inputs for a tuner.

>>Just not a pre for vinyl<<<

Great volumn control with tubes .

I would say, that it is silly to select a CD player, just
because of it's volume control. I have added high quality
volume controls, to several different CD players, and power
amps. I highly recommend the "ladder" style.

I don't know what your budget is, but I use a dCS P8i into Watt/Puppy 7s.

Raysonic 168 variable tube out is soooo good I eliminated my $4K preamp

I think you would find the DCS p8i mechanical if compared to the Capitole M2 se.

I have used both. While the P8i SACD player has amazing detail and leading edge information, the sweetness and smoothness of the AA Capitole will seduce you. If you like the more analogue sound, the AA capitole is the one to go for.

To go the DCS route you need to go further up the line. They make amazing players, but there must be no compromising in your system to to get the best out of them.