Best redbook CD player

There's a Modwright Sony 999ES with one-of-a-kind upgraded power supply
listed now for $1500 (it's a version of the power supply used in the flagship
$8995 Modwright 36.5 preamp).

Buy it and try it. I'm betting it'll blow you away. Save yourself $1000 in the
process.

If not, resell it for little or no loss.

Without question the BAT VK-D5 24bit CDP...it is the turntable for the digital age. Then again, the vinyl aesthetic is not for everyone. Some prefer a little auditory pain with their playback machines.

I am happy with my very reliable well built Audio Research CD 3 MK II and comfortable that if if ever needs service ARC will repair it quickly at a reasonable cost. I have not experienced this quality service and support with some of the other high end brands out there.

there is a lot to be said for Weiserb's comment - especially considering that a modified unit will have no warranty from the original manufacturer. ARC still fixes stuff from thirty years ago...

I'm enjoying my Electrocompaniet ECM1UP very much.Lots of bass and mid punch.There's one on Audiogon for under 2k.You won't regret it.