Hi gster,
I have the CD6003 paired with the PM6003 and B&W 685s.
To clarify this is my first proper hifi setup and so I don't have a wealth of experience to draw upon when giving my thoughts of the player. What I can say though is that with all the CDs I have, which cover a wide range of genres (Nickelback to John Mayer to Lady Gaga to Addicted to Bass to Fleetwood Mac to..you get the picture
) it does very well and plays them all with out a sweat. However I feel the amp is holding back proceedings when it comes to the heavier music such as Nickelback and Green Day and other complex parts. However this is an awesome budget combo for jazz, acoustic 'simpler' music. As a result i plan to change the amp soon but keep the CD player.
Hope this helps
What other equipment have you got/thinking of getting?