Best 5 disc cd player for the $

Since you are looking for player that plays DVDs as well this won't work but a Nakamichi MB 8

TVAD - I checked the archives and not sure I came out with a good answer. Actually, I am now more confused and believe that I need a DAC. Pardon the ignorance but I thought maybe if I pair a quality receiver with a quality 5 disk changer (that could be used for both CD and DVD). I am also looking at speakers that will fit well.

I've been using an HK DVD50 as my backup for a while and it sounds pretty good. Plays all CD types (and DVDs, with progressive scan, DTS), decodes HDCD, and has 192Khz DACS. I imagine they can be had for $150-200 nowadays.

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When someone asks "best for the $" I think cheap.

the Marantz CC4300 has to be on this list. They can bought on ebay for $130 refurbished by Marantz with 1 year warranty.

Check into Panasonic DVD changers, (e.g. F87), amazing sonics for the money (we are talking cheap per Timrhu...)

A used California Audio Labs CL-10 might fit your bill.

When someone asks "best for the $" I think cheap. This may not be your intention but look at the Harman Kardon FL-8380 or 85. I keep one in the closet as a back up. Not worth the trouble to sell but it sounds pretty decent, especially with HDCDs.