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Which is the best cd player under $10k?

I am trying to find the best cd player under $10k (new or used) either a current or recent offering which has a warm, vinyl-like sound, wonderful holographic imagining, large soundstage, nice details & beautiful tonality without being hyper detailed, etched and which avoids the two extremes; cold and analytical to too warm and syrupy?

Choices so far have been Accuphase dp-500, Audio Research cd-8 (but lacks up to the minute digital inputs), Playback Designs MPS-5, EAR Acute & Luxman DU-80. Given the many choices, i'm pulling my hair out. Let me know your thoughts!
melbguy1
melbguy1 OP
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..that said Karelfd, never say never! ;)
audiofun
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Melbguy1: I too have been thinking of having my furniture guy build me a rack, it would be quite a bit more cost effective.
tbg
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Melbguy1, the Neuance shelves are outstanding. Are they back in business?
melbguy1 OP
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Hi Tgb, I agree. All the f/back I have read is basically audiophiles gob-smacked with the performance...especially at that price. I wasn't aware they had closed their doors. I've sent them an email asking Neuance to clarify their trading status...will update if I hear anything!
melbguy1 OP
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03-08-10: Audiofun, as I essentially needed an entertainment cabinet for my lcd tv, dvds & a/v gear, that was the obvious way to go & I can specify the type/grade of maple as well within my budget. I also concluded a solid cabinet was the best choice for the 'aborbing' type iso feet & iso platforms i'll be using.
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