CD Players with Analogue Sound

I won't disagree with anyone. I personally don't care for the Rega Planet. But to many, it is a low cost analogue sounding player. If there was only one right answer, everyone would have the same system at each price point.

I'd rather give people options and let them make up their own mind.

I have the Mk I version and it is analog-like smooth, rich instrumental textures, and surprisingly good and tuneful bass. Highly recommend!!

Muralman, I owned both the Planet and the Pioneer PD-65 at the same time. No contest, the Planet beats it in every area with the exception of build quality. BTW there are no CD players that sound like analog, just as there are no solid state rigs that sound like tubes, but many like to apply a bit of self-hipnosis to believe that the Yeti exists.

Lot's of good suggestions & it comes down to personal preferences. Whichever CDP you choose, you can take it to the next level with mods. I have a Meridian 508.20 & had Blackgates & Schottky's put in. Absolutely no digital glare.

I also auditioned the ARC CD3 & thought it was very smooth. I was tempted to buy it but upgraded to an Ayre V-5x instead.

Wadia 860/861 and Audio Research CD3