Time For a CD Player Upgrade


I've been using a Rega Saturn Mk 2.  I recently upgraded my turntable to the Mark Levinson 5105 w/ the Ortofon Quintet Black S.  In comparison my CD's are sounding overly bright.   Any thoughts on a comparable upgrade to my CD listening?  My budget is about $4000-5000, new or used.  The Hegel Viking looks interesting.  Any recommendation for an upgrade will be appreciated. 

 

 

mellowshifi

Pindac great post. My SA 10 marantz player laser gave up with no warranty. Marantz service after warranty does not exist. I got very nervous because Iam not sure if the laser is still available? And can I even find tech to do it? Luckily the Agoners here guided me where to get the laser , and and tech.

Hello, 

 

I do have an Esoteric k-03x cd/sacd player with a built in Dac available. Please Google for more information . I can give the best price in town. 

I think bpolettie is right .I own 2 Onkyo C 7030s and it plays and sounds great..I also own a Sony and Marantz units.Seat back and enjoy the music.

If you want a warmer but still clear 

cd experience I would recommend a Luxman. 
very good sound.  I had a Jupiter for a long time and it is the detail king 

LUXMAN - D-03X CD Player/DAC
Good luck Willy-T