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Balanced (XLR) CD player recommendations

Hi folks,
I’m looking for some balanced CD player recommendations that would match with my Krell KAV-300i intergrated. I had posted a question in the amps section several weeks ago regarding using balanced connection for the Krell—as I noticed a significant difference when connected via XLR on an NAD S500 CD player. The player was returned due to a fussy problem reading certain redbook cd’s, but the balanced connection was superior over rca. I’m now looking for another balanced player and I’m considering the following this far (as I’m not sure what else is out there). My budget is $550, but I may stretch it to $650 if needed. I’d like to find a matching Krell KAV-250cd/2, but they are hard to find. My speakers are Vandersteen 2c and cables are Kimber 4tc and PBJ interconnects. 

1. Creek CD53
2. Cambridge Audio 840c
3. Rotel RCD-991
4. Emotiva ERC-3
4. Krell KAV-250cd/2

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I owned a Primare CD31 player for about 6 months and was very impressed with the SQ and the build quality.
I think I paid about $650 for it used oh maybe 15 months ago.
It has looks that you will likely either love or hate though. Mine was silver and I thought it looked more upmarket than its price suggested.
Just a thought.
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Both good points although the latter is more relevant if your chosen cdp takes a dive after ownership.

Can it be fixed at fair price is always a consideration on used equipment.
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