Did Krell ever produce an out standing CD player??

I was recently told to investigate Krell products if looking for new and better CD player. The Krell 505 and C28s were high/y recommended. Unfortunately, they were both over $5000, and more or less required a Krell pre-amp or integrated tricked out with CAST design circuitry which optimizes CD playback

However, I have read a few reviews about the newer Krell S350 which praised the overall performance of the player.

It retails for $3500, though may be discontinued. Has anyone ever owned this player?? Can it compete with CD players from Ayre, and Rega, possibly Ayon which are in the $3000-$3500 price range