Absolute Best CD Players Out There Under $12k ?


Ok, I'm looking to upgrade my CD Player. It's the last part of my uber-headphone system and I'm hoping to get the best player possible for under $12k used. I know that affords me alot of options, and I imagine I'll do some travelling and testing before I buy, but I wanted some opinions first. Right now, these are the main ones I'm considering:

*Reimyo CDP-777
*Linn Sondek CD12
*Naim CDS3/XPS2
*Wadia 270/27
*Wadia 861se w/Statement mod from GNSC
*Meridian 808
*EMM Labs Meitner CDSD/Dac6
*Esoteric DV-50 with full mods from Reference Audio Mods
*Classe Omega SACD

I'm not so much into characteristics - the overall performance is more important for me. But I do need a player with great bass (both in extension, detail, and volume) as my headphones are a bit bass shy. Any reviews/comparisons would be much appreciated.
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Showing 4 responses by audioezra

Judy concerning the 8,000.00 platform and the denon cdp, It would not be my choice, but if it makes some one else happy wonderful thats is what we all want.
Busypk i have no intent to do that, nor did I make such a statement. I simply meant to imply that if you are happy with what you have, who am I to criticize you, unless of course you ask to be critiqued by me. with respect audioezra
My short answer ( I don't ) was not a response to the remiyo but was misplaced. It was in response to the question ( do you have a problem with an $8000.00 isolation platform with a $3000.00 cd player ) sorry for any confusion I may have caused. I hold the Remiyo cpd777 in highest esteem.