Is computer audio a bust?


In recent months, I have had several audio acquaintances return to CDPs claiming improved SQ versus their highly optimized computer transports (SS drives, external power supplies, etc, etc).

I wanted to poll people on their experiences with computer "transports." What variables have had the most impact on sonics? If you bailed on computers, why?

I personally have always believed that the transport, whether its a plastic disc spinner or computer, is as or more important than the dac itself and thus considerable thought and energy is required.

agear
opps, oh, the noise floor, My cables do a staggering 4 pico/farads per foot of capacitance, what does you cables do?, I can litterally hear the musicians turn the pages of their music books and feet shoffel on the floor while the music is played, a spectacular wow factor to me!
08-06-14: Joecasey

Are you trying to be kind??? You're giving him way too much credit.

Now you're the one being bad Joecasey (but also funny...)
08-06-14: Agear
08-06-14: Joecasey

Are you trying to be kind??? You're giving him way too much credit.

Now you're the one being bad Joecasey (but also funny...)
If the shoe fits, wear it!
Computer audio via USB is an absolute BUST! USB is for connecting peripherials - not for music!