I also agree that keeping the same CD player and adding a DAC makes sense. If the current player finally starts acting up, they're mechanical - it's inevitable, you shouldn't be in that much of a bind to find another hi-end transport/CD player. Also most DACs can be tied to multiple sources.
I'd try to avoid using a universal disc player unless your plan is to integrate this into a video system. There are some good ones out there but they remain more video than music oriented as far as operation is concerned.
I'd try to avoid using a universal disc player unless your plan is to integrate this into a video system. There are some good ones out there but they remain more video than music oriented as far as operation is concerned.