Considering the Pro-ject Box CD RS2 Transport ? You might want to read this, first.
I recently bought one of these and soon returned it.
In terms of SQ, it clearly outperformed my Simaudio 260DT so I've no complaints in that regard.
However, I could not get used to its toy-like dimensions.
It would not stay stationary, due to its light weight, so I had to hold it in place with one hand while operating its tiny buttons and loading/unloading discs with the other.
Needless to say, this issue was only exacerbated once I placed it atop my preferred footers.
While audiophile geishas may find it ideally-sized, I found it highly impractical.
Given that our only current choices for this new drive are the Pro-ject and the 28K Gryphon, it would seem there's an empty niche in the market for a reasonably affordable alternative, housed in a full-sized case.
To be fair, Steve Guttenberg did grumble a little about ergonomics but on the whole, reviewers' attention has been fixed squarely upon the Pro-ject's undeniable virtues.
I'm not suggesting everyone will experience what I've experienced nor am I attempting to dissuade anyone from buying this unit- my aim here is simply to shine a light on what's been, so far at least, largely absent from discussions I've encountered.
