Not quite the same but about a year ago I shopped for a CDP. I compared the MF A3.5, Arcam CD73 and 92 and FMJ CD23T.
I did not like the MF much and out of the Arcam I chose the CD23T. I had also listened to several others, Creek, Unison, Jolida, AudioRefinement, NAD, Naim and Cyrus.
The Arcam CD23T has that little something, it's not as detailed and analytical as others nor is it not as "vynil" sounding but it's just an overall balance that make it quite versatile with many type of music.
I don't know how Cary sounds and if the MF A5 is much different than the A3.5. As far as the Arcam go, I'm not sure if the fmj36 is based on the famous RingDAC that is in my CD23T, if it is, it's worth taking a look for sure.
Have fun shopping.