Thanks everyone for your comments. They have helped open a window of refining my expectations of what digital could be like in my system. I've poured over many reviews and discussions relating to your suggestions and I can see why your made your recommendations. Just wish I had the opportunity to listen to all. The RA Opus 21 is very intriguing, but not readily available for listening in the northwest. Again thanks.
CD player recommendations under $2K used
Looking for CD player recommendations to compliment a VAC standard, VAC PA80/80, Martin Logan reQuest system. I've read glowing reviews for the Arcam CD 36 and Musical Fidelity A5. Maybe there are others. I'm thinking a neutral sound rather than a strong signature player. Musicality is important. Not dark or carmel colored, and certainly not too analytical. Great soundstage and view into the music. Alive but not too forward. Thanks, Scott