vintage cd player


Hello. My cd player bit the dust; Sony 707ESD .
I am looking for something comparable, but vintage. I just like the sound, and it would be used as a transport.
Two questions; - what would be a good choice?
- should I get a SA-CD /CD player ?
My budget is 800 dollars and 300 for cleaning/upgrades/etc...
All responses are welcome.
Thank you. Regards. Fred.
rockanroller
Lucky for you there are probably no parts to repair your unit. The Sony 707 ESD was amazing in its day, but that day passed a long time ago. You will be floored by the improvement in sound of a new player, when you do get one. If you insist on the retro style of the Sony there are many great players that you can pick up used and are within your budget (Sony SCD777 and 9000ES come to mind). Do what you think is best, but for my money (or yours) I would check out that Oppo line. Great value for money!
maybe I read this wrong but I thought the original poster was interested in a more "vintage sound" not just aesthetics ... the Oppos are very nice but certainly not vintage sounding pieces of gear.
Jrinkerptdnet,

You make a good point. The poster did require "vintage" sound. Best of luck trying to find an SACD player with vintage sound.