I thought the combination of the SB+DL-III sounded better than the Transporter when playing standard 16/44. Keep in mind though, that your SB device is limited to 24/48, while the Transporter will support up to 24/96. The new "Touch" will support up to 24/96.
If it were me, I would get the Touch ($590) and the DL-III (for $500) and save a few bucks over the Transporter. The Transporter sounded a bit thin compared to the DL-III and the DL-III displayed a bigger soundstage
If it were me, I would get the Touch ($590) and the DL-III (for $500) and save a few bucks over the Transporter. The Transporter sounded a bit thin compared to the DL-III and the DL-III displayed a bigger soundstage