Accustic Arts Transport v. CEC v. Audiomeca

Has anyone tried the Accustic Arts transport. I saw the Galen Carol Audio review of it. They say they prefer in to the CEC TL1x. One of their comments is that it is better with lower frequencies - I guess, a noted weakness of the CEC. It is a direct drive. Is that something to avoid? It seems that most people prefer a belt drive. Also, the Audiomeca II seems quite reasonable, used. Thanks for any comments you may have.