What is the best transport?


I want to upgrade my transport. I am using the Audio Note CDT 2. My dac is the Audio Note 2.1x sig. I have not yet auditioned any new transports, but have read up on the Audio Note CDT 4 and the Esoteric P-03.

Both of these are in the 16-18k price range. My budget can go that high. Will my dac be good enough or be overpowered?

What else is available which should be considered?
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I wonder what the advantages of PS Audio PWT transport is compared to just saving your cds in your computer...
Joncourage,
I have`nt seen any "nays-ayer" posts,just people who are comfortable with what they have and who feel no need to change at this time. You`re happy with a computer based system, that`s your choice, who`s putting it down? What ever allows you to enjoy your music to your satisfaction is the way to go. Why do some people feel the need to get others to convert when they`re already content with their current individual choice?
Anyone using computer based system, BACK UP your music. Several years ago my external USB drive died and thank GOD it was backed up.
Could I interest you in a Victrola?

Spending 16-18K on a transport in the year 2012?

There might even be a blurb in the Farmers Almanac regarding the demise of the CD. Nostradamus predicted 2014.
changeout, I am likely i the minority here. However, I think really good transport is tough to beat. Have you considered the dCS transports? The dCS Paganini transport is right at your price point (17k usd)

I run a dCS Puccini and U clock currently and hope to move up to their separates soon...