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Good one-box CDP or good DAC?

I have a McIntosh MCD 205 changer that makes great music. However, when I sit in the sweet spot to do some critical listening......I feel I could use a bit more. My question is: in the 2K price range (new or used), should I go for a one-box CDP or a DAC and use the 205 as a transport, in order to get that extra notch of emotionally moving sound?

BTW: I am keeping the 205 regardless because I want this MAC changer to remain in the mix, so selling it is not an option. Thanks,
pardales

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tacs
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I would not assume that a new CD player is the solution. CD itself often leaves one feeling like one could use a little 'more'! Then said audiophile listens to some analog and...ahhhh, there it is.
For emotionally moving sound you might audition one of the Audio Note dacs!
-Tom
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