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CDP under $2K recommendations, please

I am in need of a new CDP. I currently have a TEAC PD-H600 player which, given  its age, is OK, but I'd like to update to something newer.  On my radar is the Rega Apollo and the Naim CD5 SI. At 67 yoa, I'm no longer chasing the ultimate audio experience, but am looking for a CDP that capture the soul of the music rather than the ultra-detail. Any opinions welcome as well as other options.  TIA.  

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elliottbnewcombjr
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I can only talk about what I have owned

long story short, to get the best for less, I went vintage Sony xa5400ES

I am ridiculously happy I found it.

I went down the 'better cd player' road, then 'i've got a few SACD's', then oh, most players convert SACD DSD to PCM, that's not great, which one's don't?

to get both a great player that plays both CD and SACD, does not convert dsd to pcm, separate lasers for CD and SACD, upscales CDs 8X, 6 dacs .....

 

I asked advice here

 

prior search, asked for advice here

 

they pop up on hifishark frequently.

just listed, I'd make an offer pronto

 

others, and belts and lasers are readily available in the future if needed

 

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