If I rip all my CD's to flac files do I still need a CD transport?

I ripped my CDs to an Innuos Zenith MKII. My CDs sit on the shelf and will likely stay there. I sold my CD player and haven’t looked back. 

FYI, they are both digital ends.

No you don't need it.

If the EMP attack comes, better to have saved those CDs...

1. R.I.P. all of your cd’s.

2. Keep your transport.