CD transports; do they really matter

I am relatively new to using a CD as a source for a replay in my system.

I have built a very satisfying Analogue LP Source system over 30 Years and do not feel there is much I can change to make a major improvement, but I a do know I can change the presentation if wanted as the overall system is very adept at resolving detail.

About Six Yeas ago, I decided to try out CD in the System for the first time.

I used a Cambridge Brand CDP that was used in my Son's Bedroom Separates System.

There was something about the convenience I liked and the idea of not needing to be vigilant, not like when using a LP and Cartridge.

The idea that when a CD was being played, my Stylus was not subjected to usage wear was also attractive.

The CDP used was not able to endear myself, and the overall was unattractive to be thought of as a main source, more of a background music replay.

Wind the Clock Forward, a friend had been modifying Sony CDP's to be working as a Valve CDP.  I had supplied ears on a few occasions to assess the work being carried out on the different models to varying specifications and cost values of exchanged components.

A loan of a CDP was offered and when used, I got it immediately, the CD Source was quite attractive and I had no concerns about using it, I also purchased a large quantity of CD's as the outcome.

Wind the Clock Forward, an offer of a Bespoke Built Valve DAC was made to me to purchase. This DAC was produced by the person who had mentored my friend through the CDP Modifications.

I accepted and made the purchase, that was delivered to my friends home to be picked up.

Modified CDP's vs Bespoke Built DAC>Cheapo CDP's was carried out for a few hours and the DAC Combo was performing in a very attractive manner.

I was a very happy customer.

The DAC was in my mind, deserved of a CD Input that was to allow it to really show itself off, and after a period time the DAC was taken to an event where Vinyl Replay was the main presentation, and at the end of the day a demonstration was given of the DAC coupled to a the PS Audio PWT.      

I and a few others in attendance were blown away, by the demonstration, especially when the day had been demonstrating TT Set Up's approaching           £8 000 - £20 000, replayed on a system with a value of approx' £150 000.

Today I own the PS Audio PWT > Bespoke Built DAC, it has been Tube Rolled and there is a New Level of Performance as the result, and I  have a Trialled COAX Interconnects to a variety of values and do believe I have this interface as good as it can be.

With this additional investigations and work carried out on the DAC, I was feeling there was not much need to look further to raise the performance level further.

The information being shared in this thread, suggests there are most likely experiences for myself to be encountered, that are worthwhile pursuing and  attempting to arrange to receive a demonstration of a different model of CDT.

Very Fortunately there are a range of Jay's CDT's at a Dealership quite close to my home. 

Is there a synergy between the DAC and PWT that will be hard to surpass?

Is there a CDT that will make the PWT appear to be a less attractive option?  

I do fully understand the reply.

There are ex PWT owners who I believe at one point of ownership were content with this choice.

I also know there are members within this forum, of which some will have experienced this and have exchanged the PWT for a Different Model/Brand of CDT or even possibly did not continue with a CDT and took on another digital source.

I was hoping to be offered a few thoughts from a member or two,  on what was the new experience and noticeable difference that they encountered, to help them make the decision to exchange the device.

@charles1dad Thank You for sharing your experiences and how the impression made from the new device proved to offer attraction to the measure where it influenced the choice that was made to exchange the PWT for the Project CD Box RS2 T.

After the reports I have read, I have the pre-empted thoughts that I am to encounter a similar experience. 

As stated I can receive a demonstration of Jay's Audio CDT's as there are models on demonstration local to my home. With a little thought put into the planning, I might be able to have a home loan of the Project and use the PWT, Project and Jay's all in one demonstration session.

@jl35 Thank You for your contribution and making your thoughts on the performance of the Perfect Wave PST known, especially how it is comparing to the PWT Model that I use. The PST model will cost approx' £6500  ($9000)in the UK.   This figure is beyond the value I would go to as a price for a Transport.

As an additional preparation, does it make sense to continue with a COAX Cable as the CDT > DAC Interface,  if their are upcoming demonstrations being planned, or will another type of umbilical cable be better to be used for the intended demonstrations?