When using a DAC does the cd player really matter?

I kept my Jolida CD100 and added a PS Audio DL III. What a difference in sound. I think you will be very pleased. When $$$ allows, I too want to see what Cullen can do with mods. You can also add a computer via USB or second digital stream via Toslink. A great machine.

It also assumes that the transfer of bits from CD to hard disc was perfect, i.e. bit for bit and error corrected and that the reading of the data from the hard-drive is perfect. These are much better assumptions than assuming that your CDP reads every bit perfectly every time. Back to the original question, the lower the jitter that is sent to the DAC, the less jitter out of the DAC. The more jitter-free the transport, the lower the overall jitter in the signal passed to the pre-amp. Is it audible? Only you will know. Some say yes, some say no.

i agree with the jitter issue. i use a jitter reduction/remover device on all my setups before the external dacs. very big improvement.

05-25-08: Rbstehno
i agree with the jitter issue. i use a jitter reduction/remover device on all my setups before the external dacs. very big improvement.

Rbstehno, what jitter removal devices do you use on your system?