They claim it doesn't matter but I would be curious to try it and see if that is true. I would use the USB input and my computer if there isn't a specific reason you have to use a transport. Cost is zero since you evidently already have a computer plus you get all of the convenience of computer based playback vs. loading discs.
good cd transport for $1,000 or less
Looking to run through the new Benchmark Audio Dac1 HD--> bel canto or nuforce or wyred calss d monos -- Quad 12l2 speakers with REL Sub. Any suggestion would be great. Open to buying second hand for a hogher quality unit.