Best CD player now made.

I'm surprised that nobody mentioned the Pioneer PD-65. Great unit, a little old but still sounds fabulous. The sony's aren't bad but I feel the Pioneer's a little better (you can get it used for around $400). It's a close call, but you can't go wrong with the older sony es' or the pioneer. Also, I woulkd like to check out the better DVD (like the Pioneer mentioned) players to see if the rumours are true that they offer premium sound for a pauper's price. In addition, I agree with the sentiment that it's crazy to spend thousands on a rapdily advancing technology like CD, due to extemely poor resale value (unless this doesn't matter). I'd much rather spend that money on LP recordings and analog.'Nuff said.

Try the Accuphase 75, 65, 55 before you make a final decision.

YES, THE LINN SONDECK CD12 IS THE FINEST BUILT, FINEST SOUNDING CD PLAYER IN THE WORLD, HOWEVER, HE IS NOT LOOKING TO SPEND THAT MUCH MONEY. THE BEST BUY IS THE LINN IKEMI. HDCD, AWESOME LINN-BUILT CD ENGINE. SMOOTH AS SILK TRANSPORT AND DRAWER. SWEEEET!!!!

NAIM CDSII

Resolution Audio CD50.