DAC and CD Transport Question


This has always confused me...

If you have a good outboard DAC does the CD Player matter?

If I buy lets say a Benchmark DAC1, will the sound be different if I use and old NAD cd player compared to buying a Rega Apollo, or an even more expensive player for that matter?

Sorry the beginner question, thanks in advance!
gusterdmb

Showing 1 response by getheleadout

Different transports and digital cables can sound completely different.

The differences can be so profound, you really have to hear it for yourself.

That said, many similar transports, DACS, and digital cables do sound similar.

It all depends on the particular sound the designer was going for.

In other words, designers who are attempting to achieve the same sound, with similar designs and parts, do tend to sound more similar.

Hope I didn't confuse you...