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DEDICATED CD PLAYER $1K AND UNDER, THOUGHTS?

Hello All. I'm considering upgrading my Marantz CD5005 cd player. I have enough silver disks to warrant treating them right. The Marantz has been ok but getting longer in tooth. I was curious as to what my fellow 'Goners have heard in the above price range that represent good values (new or used is fine). Amp is a Rogue Sphinx and speakers are new Magnepan MMGi's. Listening tastes are blues, classic rock and a smattering of jazz...Input appreciated...
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kalali
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If it were me, I would keep the CD player and add a DAC. Something like a Denafrips Ares or Ayre Codex will definitely improve your CD playback. The Ares in particular is great buy for well under $1K and its R2R design is a better match for Redbook PCM format. You can use the DAC later if/when you add a streamer so a much better investment.
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beernut OP
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Thank you all for the responses above. I have some great food for thought...

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twoleftears
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If I were buying from Audiogon right now, I'd look at that Creek CD-50, which is brand new and which you can get, I'm sure, for a full 33% off.
tweak1
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Definitely get a 105. I've seen some used ones ~ $900

If you're big ito CDs...

Then go to ebaye and get 2 DIY items (the hardest part if making sure to mark which screws go where on the damn chassis cover and the one board that mst be removed from the backplate. Not to worry, easy picture instructions are available
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