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Best Basic CD Player (no SACD, USB, etc.)

Hey guys! Old dude here! My Panasonic SL-PJ316 CD player took a dump after years of faithful service. I started looking around for a replacement only to discover CD players with price tags into the thousands of dollars!! WTH??  Ok, I know there is SACD, USB, bluetooth, etc. BUT, I am not going to try and re-purchase my entire CD collection of almost 40 years to buy a SACD player. And, from what I've read, the USB, streaming lot seems to cause problems in certain players. ALL I need is a high quality, basic CD player that won't cost thousands of dollars. Any suggestions? Yamaha? NAD? Marantz? I'm "all ears". Thanks, for the advice. Best regards, Rob

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jasonbourne52
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+1 for the $300 Onkyo!

trebor33
38 posts
 

Out of your budget I know, but I was looking for a basic CD player too last year and ended up with the Bryston BCD-3. Fabulous player, but expensive.

cal91
233 posts
 

They don't make CD players anymore, but I recently purchased a used OPPO and have been amazed at the quality of the build and sound. 

pmm
220 posts
 

@cal91 Excuse me, check the archives.

Here`s a list of retailers- Audio Advisor, Crutchfield, Music Direct, and Upscale Audio.

 

pmm
220 posts
 

+1 Rega Apollo.

Denon, and Rotel.

An SACD player would not cause you to resign buy your collection. It will still play regular cds as well.

SACD capability will add cost to the player.

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