Moving up to audiophile cdp


I am considering moving from my meridian 568 doing all processing to a separate SS preamp, inexp. processor, and quality cdp OR DAC. Thus far I have only used BB sony cdp/dvd players going into my meridian. I'm interested in the following:
Moon Equinox
Meridian 508.24
Sony scd777es
Music Hall Maverick

Any suggestions are appreciated. Would I be better off still moving away from the processor with a reasonable pre and getting a good dac to use with my existing BBuy cdp?

Thanks
jamesw20
May I suggest an Ayre CX7e. I love mine and can't imagine upgrading this player for another redbook player. Best of luck in your quest!
I will suggest the Granite 657 . It can be purchased with a money back trial offer from the manufacturer . It consists of a SS side and a seperate tube side . The tube side has it's own attentuater (volume control) that can be wired directly to the amp . This has bested my previous CDP , which is highly regarded .