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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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acresverde
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@charles1dad ...again, I have not checked but it seems to me the CD3 was a player in toto and not just a transport.

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mdrone OP
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Charles,

How wide is the Jays transport?

How much clearance does it require?

Looks like its built like a tank.

M

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@mdrone 

I don't own the Jay's Audio CDT2 MK II/III. I'm sure the component dimensions are available on their website. 

Charles 

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@acresverde 

I took the time last night to post picture and info regarding the CDT3 which is a transport.  It was their flagship CD transport as recent as 2019. They may have creased production as this unit relied on the Phillips CD PRO-2 drive mechanism. Which is distinguished from their CDT2 which uses the Phillips CDM4 drive mechanism. 

Charles 

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