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Advice re CD Player upgrade requested

So I have upgraded all the components in my  2 channel system recently.The only thing left is the CD player.Replacing a 20 year old Sony ES 5 disc carousel unit.Still sounds pretty good.

My budget I know is "low" for this forum but I would like to keep it between $400-1K.

Not thrilled with the Rega player as it does not fit ergonomically into my audio rack.

Right now I'm considering the Marantz CD 6006 the cheaper 5005 or if I can get my dealer to give me some discount maybe the Musical Fidelity M3scd.

Don't care for Cambridge audio.

My dream CD player would be either a Bryston or MCIntosh player.My amp is the McIntosh MA 252.

Any other alternatives in the 'Low/mid price" category?
Thanks all!

Gabe
gabor2525
gabor2525 OP
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Thanks all.

I ordered the CD 6006 by Marantz.Like it's features .Delete function, random play,USB A slot for iPod.Also got a 15% discount on the list price....
mr_m
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Not sure why you dismiss Cambridge, as some of their players will best a lot of the players on your list. IMHO.
gabor2525 OP
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I have had quality issues with CA products as well as Panasonic/Technics thus my bias.No issues with Marantz,Sony or Yamaha.
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hifiman5
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@gabor2525. 

Congratulations on your purchase!  Once you have it and have it broken in, it would be nice to hear how it sounds in your system.
mental
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Thing is every manufacturer designs their’s a certain way, sounds good on one system sounds poor on another. Be interesting how your new purchase goes? Good luk.
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