I have a suggestion for those who are dissatisfied with their "digital" sounding CD player.

Take a look at a used Rega Planet (the original). This player is available used for about $400 - 500. I had similar complaints about my CD sound (especially through Klipsch), and this player is the solution. It is a very smooth, analog sounding machine. I had no idea just how different a CD player could sound until I got the Rega. I use the analog outs with silver IC's for best results on my system.

I realize that the new multi channel formats are the way many are going, but the Rega will shed a whole new light on that old 16/44.1 CD collection.

It is the pill to cure that "digital edge".