Hey bigkidz,
I use the Jay's audio transport though a Black Cat balanced cable in my large system.
I use the Jay's audio transport though a Black Cat balanced cable in my large system.
CD Transport to pair with Audio Note DAC 5 - suggestions?
Here's the question: Is there anyone out there with experience with an Audio Note DAC who can recommend a CD Transport that would go well with it? The budget is $3-$4K. There are many fine CDT's out there - I'm looking specifically for one that would complement an Audio Note DAC5. For more background, read on...
I recently bought a used AN DAC5 and in my system and to my ears, it's been nothing short of transformative.
For streaming I paired it with a DCS Network Bridge and I'm very happy with the combo.
For CD's I've been using a TRI CDP as a transport through the DAC5. It sounds really nice - better than expected - but I'm thinking about upgrading to a dedicated transport. The DAC5 just processes Redbook files, so I don't need a CDT that spins SACD or anything else. I'm trying to keep the price under $3-4000 and I'm ok with buying used.
The Audio Note CDT 3 or even the CDT 2/ii would be a no-brainer for complementing the DAC5 but the price new is way out of budget, and I rarely see them used.
Jay's Audio CDT2-MK2 - I've read all the positive reviews out there and at under $2500, I'm intrigued. But also have no idea how it would play with the AN DAC.
Any ideas, suggestions?
I recently bought a used AN DAC5 and in my system and to my ears, it's been nothing short of transformative.
For streaming I paired it with a DCS Network Bridge and I'm very happy with the combo.
For CD's I've been using a TRI CDP as a transport through the DAC5. It sounds really nice - better than expected - but I'm thinking about upgrading to a dedicated transport. The DAC5 just processes Redbook files, so I don't need a CDT that spins SACD or anything else. I'm trying to keep the price under $3-4000 and I'm ok with buying used.
The Audio Note CDT 3 or even the CDT 2/ii would be a no-brainer for complementing the DAC5 but the price new is way out of budget, and I rarely see them used.
Jay's Audio CDT2-MK2 - I've read all the positive reviews out there and at under $2500, I'm intrigued. But also have no idea how it would play with the AN DAC.
Any ideas, suggestions?
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One of my favorite reviewers Christian Punter as Hifi Advice also gave the Jay's a very good review: https://www.hifi-advice.com/blog/review/digital-reviews/cd-player-reviews/jays-audio-cdt-2mk2-and-da... |
Sparkler Audio makes a very good transport. I’m using my s503 CD player as a transport and the results are fantastic. Best trans I ever had was a highly modified 47 Labs FLatfish. Wish I never got rid of it but the audio bug bit and... http://www.sparkler-audio.com/portfolio/S503_en.html |
My search is over! After narrowing the list down to the Jay's and CEC transports, I came across a gently used Audio Note CDT2/II in great condition at the same price as the CEC, and bought it on the spot. So, a happy ending for me: I ended up with the AN transport I wanted from the start, well within budget. Thanks again for all the great advice and suggestions! |
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