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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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noske
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Audiolab 6000CDT has a buffer which helps considerably MSRP ~ $700

I understand they are very good but I don't like slot loading.  Trays aren't much better.

I'm so superficial.

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charles1dad
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@noske 

I understand they are very good but I don't like slot loading.  Trays aren't much better.

I'm so superficial

I believe that there's something to that perspective. It seems that there are legitimate arguments for top loading CD mechanisms. Some of the most admired and regarded CD transports were top loading and many utilized the Phillips CD PRO-2 (Still used with the highly respected Jay's Audio transport) which is superseded by the Stream Unlimited CD Pro-8 drive. 

The Pro-Ject is my first top loading transport and I really like this approach compared to my prior tray loaders. I have no experience with slot loading transports. 

Charles 

stuartk
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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?

stuartk
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Aging is not improving my manual dexterity ! ;o)

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charles1dad
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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. 

 

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