BEST CD TRANSPORT

Thanks @nonoise 

That is an impressive looking transport. Another High End European CD transport utilizing the Stream Unlimited CD Pro-8 drive . This is why I've viewed the RS2T as a "" relative " bargain. The other European brands with this drive unit are 10K USD and higher. I am not suggesting that just this top load Stream Unlimited drive  unit is all that matters, But it is a fundamentally important aspect contributing to a high quality CD transport. It is well thought out in addressing vibration and resonance issues.

Charles

@fastcat95

Wise choice for Schitt.

Gryphon, Audionet, Aqua HiFii (La Diva MK II) and Acustic Arts Audio have all chosen the latest Stream Unlimited CD PRO CD-8 top loading drive mechanism/assembly unit.

Charles

@cdc 

I believe that the main distinguishing attribute contributing to the high level of sound quality by the RS2T is the utilization of the Stream Unlimited CD PRO-8 top loading drive unit with its integrated Blue Tiger servo. I strongly suspect this is the major factor.

Charles 

I don't believe that all wall wart SMPS (Switching  mode power supplies) are the same. Like literally everything concerning audio it depends on the level of execution/implementation. The Pro-Ject RS2T transport comes standard with a wall wart power supply (SMPS)  and sounds fabulous. Better than my really fine P.S.Audio PWT which has a linear power supply (LPS).

Yes you can further improve the. RS2T with a good quality external LPS.  A nice option but by no means mandatory. The stock SMPS  with the RS2T is very well done.

Charles

@2psyop 

I have the CDT2 MK2 paired with the Pontas II 12th Anniversary DAC. So far it's the best digital playback I have had. On par with Bluesound Node output to the Pontus II

The Bluesound Node is on equal footing with your Jay’s Audio CD transport?

Charles

@disc

 The Takumis, in particular, may be overkill, but I really do appreciate the results

 No doubt that your results justify these power cables. The caliber of your components warrant their usage. The better the AC power quality, the better the sound. Good move by you.

Charles

@disc

Are you using the Hijiri Takumi power cable for the LTA/RS2T as well as your Boulder 866 amplifier? Looks like you have an exceptionally clean and simplified audio signal pathway. Definitely uncluttered.😊

Charles

@thaluza

The builder (Benjamin Zwickel) of your Mojo Audio DAC also designed/built an audio streaming unit. Interestingly however he’s a very strong advocate of high quality CD transports for the digital source. You probably already know this about him. 😊

Charles

@thaluza 

I took a look at your audio system page, very,very nice!

I can imagine that your Mojo Audio Mystique EVO DAC and Pro-Ject RS2T pairing sounds exquisite.

Charles

@ggc 

Premier audio manufacturers use Esoteric VRDS Transports as a benchmark measure of the technology

I would agree with regard to those desiring “tray drawer “ operation. As noted above, some of the very best sounding CD transport/CD players held in the highest regard choose to utilize upper tier Phillips top loading drive units.

Charles

@bigkidz 

While the Esoteric is a very well made component and it also sound really good the top ones on my list better it in sound quality. The Esoteric has less of an organic sound if that is what you are looking for. 
 

Agreed. Mirrors my listening encounters with Esoteric digital audio. Built like the proverbial tank people like to reference. In my opinion the sonic signature is analytical hifi more so than natural.  However, as noted it simply depends on what a specific listener is pursuing.

Charles

@richdirector 

Truly superb and betters my Rega Rp8 Apheta often ... Annoying as it shouldn't

Ha, seems as though Redbook CD playback via you RS2T transport caught you off guard and perhaps exceeded expectations.😊

I agree with you on the simple elegance and advantages of a good quality top loading CD transport versus a tray mechanism.

Charles

@bigkidz

Best hands down Pro-Ject Audio

Then Audiomeca Mephisto II

Next Metronome T1A & AL2 CD Transport & Power Supply

Then CEC TL-2

This is an impressive list of very high quality excellent CD transports. Could not go wrong with anyone of these. I can report that based upon direct listening experience the Pro-Ject Audio RS2T sound quality/music reproduction  is outstanding!

Granted its cost is more than many other transports mentioned thus far within this tread. Due to the superb performance it yields, the price is very reasonable and fair.

Charles