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Is it a good idea to buy CD players over 10 years old even it is a reliable brand?

On cost consideration, I am planning to buy a 2nd hand CD Player like Accuphase DP 500 Player or Estoric X-05
which are around 10 years old or so.  The price is about US$2000~3000.  Of course, unlike amplifier, the CD player has a pick up head and mechanical gears, but even for the above brands which are famous for it's reliability, is it good idea to buy the quite aged CD players from them?

Tks. for the comment and opinion.
faust168

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faust168 OP
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Hard to image.  Long time ago (30 years), my friend is an audio maker and dealer, he had one Sony CD player, the sound is hard and dry......

At that time, he also imported Magnavox CD player and re-tool with some parts such as condenser and  power line, and selling at double price when compare with import cost.   Of course is better than original mfg.
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faust168 OP
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Dear Audiophiles, 

Thank you very much for your kind opinions, the reason for choosing 2nd hand CD player is merely on cost consideration.  You can get the better sound gear on the modest price even it is an old player.  I bought Marantz CD 16D once from the 2nd hand store, but the pick up head just broken after 3 months, then, I return it to the store and get money back with 20% less (That's the shop's sales rules.). I am concerning whether it is good idea to buy a 2nd hand CD player for the consideration of the possible early break down.   Thank you for all of your suggestions. 

faust
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