Best CD for $1000


I am looking for suggestions for the best CD player (or transport, etc.) for about $1000 to $1200, new or used. This is my first "audiophile" system and I am somewhat overwhelmed by the number of products available. The amplifier I am using is a Krell 300i. Thanks.
markl408
Recently a neighbor of mine bought the Denon 370 CD Player. It has the HDCD chip in it,the 20 bit version.While this is not a high end product,it impressed me enough to go out and buy one.Having been in this hobby since 1957 and owned all sorts of various gear in the past 43 years. I have never really embraced the CD format.Prefering to stay with vinyl. Although I did own a first generation machine I never used that much.Now because of this Denon 370 listening to CD again,and not bitching that much. Also at its price and performance point I dont know of anything that comes close. Sounds as good as my friends Rega Planet.
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Mark, I bought a Marantz CD6000OSE new for $500.00. This was a great improvement over my old Sony classic CDP 302. Warmth and imagery is greatly improved. Had it for about 3 months now. Over time the sound has gotten better. In addition, the thing plays CD-R and CD-RWs. Very happy so far. Might be something to check out. Good luck.