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Looking for a CD Player

I am in the process of replacing my Moon CD 5 CD Player --- or might be no reason to replace my present CD Player.  The next CD player if purchased is probably going to be my last as I am a senior in age.  My wife and I are tired of getting up and down and up and down did I mention up and down to listen to the other side of an album. So, we have a number of CDs and frankly like the ease of listening to them.  Not wanting to purchase streaming music.  Therefore, we / I need an education on two subjects -    Do we need to have a DAC incorporated in the CD player and secondly do we need to have SACD capability??  Not wanting to spend more than 3000.00.  All the help would be appreciated.

smerk
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zimwig
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+Marantz Ruby.  Easily the best bang for the buck!

smerk OP
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After all the excellent information - I decided not to spend more money than I wanted to - I purchased an EMOTIVA CD Player, my system is nowhere near that of the majority of individuals on this site. But it works for me.  As I get older, I spend less then I would have imagined finding reasons with rational why I really do not need this or that. 

 

More importantly I enjoy giving my wife items that she really appreciates. Items that she never had growing up.  The adage happy wife happy life in my terms is somewhat demeaning and giving her what she enjoys is what my life is all about - bringing happiness to her.

 

I’ve had an awesome life and what better way to enjoy my music knowing that she is happy at whatever I give her.  That is me being an audiophile person.  Enjoy the holidays make others happy and it will bring happiness to you more than a CD Player.  To all that educated me I thank you.  For all that answered my questions have a great holiday - best time to stop and think --- who could I bring a little joy to during these Holidays.

 

Smerk

 

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nonoise
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@smerk I'm happy that you found what you needed to enjoy what you have. I'm kind of in the same boat in realizing what I actually need to be happy and wish I arrived at this moment some time ago. Have the happiest of holidays, you and your wife. 

All the best,
Nonoise

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Smerk

What surprising and refreshing insight you have written here. I am in agreement with you. Happy listening. BTW you are right, try to bring joy to others this season ( like your wife). That is what Christmas is all about.

audiofilo123
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I would go for the Rega Saturn MkIII, it has all the qualities a good CD player should possess: quality, sound and features… Oh and looks in my opinion.

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