Audiolab 6000CDT

I'll add that there is also price bias on this forum.  the CDT 6000 doesn't cost enough to get a good review from some people here.

My observation has been different. The Audiolab 6000CDT is mentioned often on this forum and in a positive light. For 600 dollars many consider it a very good value proposition.

What I have read is that those familiar with the 6000CDT have simply stated it can be noticeably bettered if one has a higher budget ceiling. Usually, they are referring to the Jay's Audio CDT2 MK III (Certainly the CDT3 MK III) or the Pro-Ject RS2T, CEC etc. This is hardly a putdown. These are much more costly and do perform at a higher sonic level. No shame in that at all.

For 600.00 USD you'd be hard-pressed to beat the 6000CDT. If someone is willing to spend 3-5x the cost, then the other transports will demonstrate their relative worth. Seems fair and logical to me.

Charles

I find myself wondering if one added a good re-clocker like an Empirical Audio Synchro Mesh or a Wyred4Sound Remedy how much closer the Audiolab might approach the better transports at significantly lower cost?

I've owned the 6000 CDT and doubt you could find a better dedicated transport for the same cost.  Is it as good as other products mentioned at higher prices?  Probably not, but that's not the question.  Could you buy a better unit at the same price?  Probably not. 

@soix  - A few years ago I tried the Wyred Remedy and it produced zero SQ benefit in both of my systems. I have no experience with the EASM

+1 charles1dad