Therefore it depends on your intended use.
If it will be for critical listening or if you expect high quality output, a quality CD player is required. There are good player from Cayin, marantz, accuphase, naim, etc., depending on your budget.
If it is just for casual listening and there is no need for high quality output, any cd/dvd/bluray player is acceptable as long as it has a digital output that will connect to your external dac.