New CD Player

Cary Audio does upgrades to some of their gear. Maybe your gear qualifies for an upgrade? Perhaps contacting them would be a decent path. Any company that stands by their “obsolete” gear is ok in my book. Sonic Frontiers “The Parts Connexion” is another example of a company that performs such work.

I’ve had a line magnetic LM-24CD for about a year now. I really enjoy it. Tubes output. It is solid as all get out, great effortless expansive sound. May be withe a listen for you.

This is an interesting thread. Now that we have CD quality streamers and music services readily available, it’s tempting not to replace an older player. I currently have a Conrad Johnson DV-2b CD player that works perfectly. I treat it with kid gloves. Unfortunately, it can no longer be serviced or upgraded by CJ. When it dies, I don’t think it would be worth the money to replace the CD drive. It may also be next to impossible to find an individual or parts to replace the drive. On the flip side, I just picked up a Lumin U2 mini. I think CD players are similar to turntables, they will be around for a very long time. There is something special about picking up a CD or vinyl record. Good luck on your quest. 

@adiorio 

Another Avenue to check out is getting a CD transport and a separate DAC.  I have a Cambridge Audio CDT6000 (full price new $599)  and I tried three DAC’s before I settled on a Denafrips Pontus ll. I also use the Pontus ll with my streamer.  But I must say the Aries ll from the same company is really good for the price. 
 

All the Best.

rubicon15

Always good to see a CJ DV-2b fan and owner.

Happy Listening!