Looking for a cd transport in the 5k range: Jay’s Audio CDT3 MK3 or Pro-Ject RS2T?
I wrote recently about a brand where I had both their transport and DAC which after a certain period of time could not be fixed. Kept breaking down. Spent too much money trying to get them to work. No dice. Refused to name brand because I knew thread would be taken down. Yet somebody guessed it shortly after! Astonishing.
So I need a transport and from comments on Audiogon it has come down to these two. Problem with Jay is they only have one dealer in Texas who does not return calls the PRO--JECT is easily accessible and 2k cheaper. It must be a top loader with an AES output. Just transport, No DAC.
Currently using th $500 SMSL(some prefer the Shanling) as a very good stopgap but am looking for more resolution in large orchestral forces.
Anybody heard both of these and have any opinions?
Thanks for your help.
I cannot comment on those two. I have a McIntosh MCT-500 that has functioned flawlessly. That said, I have been thinking of selling it, because I find it easier to rip my CDs to my HIFIRose transport. And I'll use the shelf real estate for a new DAC. Sure, I'll lose SACD superiority, but I only have a half-dozen. I'd sell the player for $5K. It's like new, have boxes etc. |
@jayctoy That the Teac 701t is a fine machine I have no doubt. But I have serious doubts that it can be obtained for anywhere near 2K. While we're at it, this would be the appropriate place to mention the thread I started in digital a couple of months ago regarding the drop in replacement transport mechanism for the CD Pro 2 drive that is currently available from volpeaudio.de and represented by Enco systems of Novi, Mi. as US distributor. I can attest that it is a step up from the CD Pro 2 and is a true drop in replacement. And, once again, let me reiterate that I have no affiliation with Volpe or Enco.
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