CD transports; do they really matter


In my pursuit of total sonic harmony, I have been investigating whether a CD transport ( to replace my bulky and aged Luxman CD player ) would be a good option.  I had an interesting conversation with the manufacturers rep of a respected brand regarding his companies CD transport.  He basically said its all in the DAC, the transport, as long as its not a cheap component, does not make much or any difference. So, I ask does it really matter?

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Somewhat off topic, but I had issues inserting disc's into the top-loading well of the Pro-ject without catching the disc on the side of the well. Does anyone know whether the well is less cramped on the Jay's?

Aging is not improving my manual dexterity ! ;o)

LOL I hope  that is not the case 😊

No problem for me placing the CD in the Pro-Ject. 

 

@charles1dad ...I didn't bother to check first but I'm pretty sure the Jay's transport does not use the Pro CD-2. CD-4 sticks in my mind.