pro-ject cd box rs2 vs jays audio cd2 mk3

@ejlif, 

The latest Rossini transport is a hefty OEM tray mechanism built by Denon that plays both CD and SACD. The Pro-Ject CD BOX RS2 is top loader CD (No SACD but plays the hybrid CD layer) utilizes the Stream Unlimited CD Pro-8 drive.

The Rossini has an internal chassis linear power supply.  The Pro-Ject transport has a supplied wall wart and a  linear power supply is optional. The Pro-Ject even with an optional linear power supply is much less costly. Keep in mind despite the lower cost it was selected as the CD drive mechanism for top model Gryphon Ethos player and Accustic Arts Drive II transport.

How important is SACD playing capability to you?  Otherwise in  terms of Redbook CD I just can't see either as less than excellent solutions. You're in a no lose situation in my opinion. 

Charles 

@jaymark, 

Light years better with the LPS. That dramatic of a difference?

Charles 

I'm going to get the Project RS2.  I found a place to buy one.  It will go either spdif or AES.  I have both options on the Rossini.  I have audioquest Diamond cables here for either of those as well as the Audio Envy spdif cable.  Audio Envy cable seemed really good in another system I use it in so I will compare all of these sertup and see what sounds best.  Probably get the LTA power supply after I get a handle on the sound of the RS2 as it comes stock.  It will be going in place of an Audiolab 6000.  

@ejlif,

congratulations! I believe this transport will pair brilliantly with your Rossini DAC.I will be ordering very soon the Fidelizer Nikola Signature LPS to pair with my CD BOX RS2 transport. If you have the time or desire to do so, I look forward to reading your listening impressions.

I got the RS2 transport and wow it's fantastic.  It's a nice step up from the Audiolab 6000.  I'm not in love with the build quality or clunkiness of inserting and playing CDs with the puck but I'll take it for the sound.  I'm really thrilled.  I will eventually try a better power supply as well.  This thread was very valuable and I'm glad I got this over the Jay's CD transport.  New CDs are showing up daily in the mailbox.