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CD Player Suggestions under $ 500

I'm doing little research for my brother.  His old CD player died and he has a budget of $ 500 to replace it.  Any suggestions would be much appreciated.  I think he would prefer new but would consider used.  If the player could play MP3's or stream, that would be great as well.  Thanks.
redcarerra
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tpreaves
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I think either of these units would be a good bet.



https://www.crutchfield.com/p_642CD6006/Marantz-CD6006.html?tp=197

https://www.crutchfield.com/p_745C546BEE/NAD-C-546BEE.html
redcarerra OP
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Thanks, I think those are both great suggestions.
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gdhal
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At the $500 price point, this is a top contender... 

https://emotiva.com/products/sources/erc-3
mgreen27
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I would also consider Cambridge. The build quality is very high. If you happen to come across a used Rotel 1072 in good shape, I would buy it without hesitation. Best entry level CD player I've ever heard.
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willland
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If you like Yamaha, then grab this.

http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamcdn500bl/yamaha-cd-n500-networking-cd-player-wi...

Bill
grinnell
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Music hall
tomcarr
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Discontinued, but if you can find one, an Oppo 103. Class B rated by Stereophile.
Current model is the 203, price is higher, $549.
Very happy with my 103 in my Krell/Vandersteen system...

Tom
jafant
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As above-
Creek
Music Hall
NAD BEE series
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