I would sell the Marantz and the MF and combine that $$ with the $1500 you already have and use that money to buy a new player. There are so many great players on here for
$15-1800 why not get one, upgrading your tranport and dac at the same time. There are so many great one box players on the market, new and used, that it seems pointless to go with seperates, unless you already have a great tranport or dac. But in your case, upgrading both is the ticket. Look for units from manufacturers such as Cary, Meridian, Gamut, and I'm sure others will chime in with brands I've forgotten. Good luck!
$15-1800 why not get one, upgrading your tranport and dac at the same time. There are so many great one box players on the market, new and used, that it seems pointless to go with seperates, unless you already have a great tranport or dac. But in your case, upgrading both is the ticket. Look for units from manufacturers such as Cary, Meridian, Gamut, and I'm sure others will chime in with brands I've forgotten. Good luck!