Jolida JD100 on the way

You will be happy. IMHO the best (smoothest) sounding CD player at that price range.

Not to pull the thread away from the discussion, but you might also experiment with power cords. When we had the JD-100, an upgrade to a pricey PC really opened up the midrange.
Enjoy that player. It's very good.

Stevecham, Is that Ei or EH ?
If Ei, just the regular 12AX7 $7 each ones ?

mod. It is a good player, but I've never been satisified with the bass of the unit. I use RCA NOS tubes which improved on both of these sonic areas. I also use a Shunyata Diamondback pc which improved the high end clarity as well. You will definitely want a good power cord to improve this baby. I use the standard feet.

ecool, I highly endorse the EI's Stevecham commented on, however they have had a bit of a QC problem so be sure to buy from a reputible dealer and buy ones which have been tested for microphonics (usually this is done in the matching process, as in matched pair. Costs a few bucks more but well worth it). If you buy these from unknown internet sellers you risk buying others rejects.