Which Universal DVD has the best CD Transport?

While I have a dedicated cd player I also have the Arcam 27. In the used department this would be a pretty good "best of both---" choice.
On its dvd reproduction it is far superior to Pioneer 47ai (had that one) and Sony 9000 or 999.

Muse Model 10 plays CD, DVD, DVD-A, CDR, and the standard layer of SACD. I use a Model 9 Signature (CD,DVD, & DVD-A) which sounds terrific on redbook CD's, as well as DVD-A's. Kevin Halverson of Muse says the 10 offers even better playback for redbook CD's as well as the added formats of CDR and SACD. Search the archives for Muse Model 9 or 9 sig to read many favorable comments about their CD playback capabilities. An added bonus, they can be run balanced also (at least the 9 sig and 10, you should check on the 9). I don't know the exact prices, and you will probably not find a Model 10 here used for awhile. I believe the 10 is about $4K, the 9 sig about $2-2.5K used, and the 9 about $1-1.5 used. Muse will also upgrade either of those to a Model 10, so you can buy used and have the factory upgrade for an "almost like new" player. Good people to work with. Good luck with your search.

Check out EAD.