If I may through Project into the conversation, their transport is in the same price range, and may offer a few features the others do not
Jays CD2- Mk3 CDT vrs CEC-TL5 CDT
I have narrowed it down to these two units. I haven't heard back from Tom, at Audio Union, in Springfield, MO. yet.( Good company and good service or not ?) Apparently they handle the CEC units in the states. I believe they also service them in MO. Also, Not sure, as he hasn't answered my e-mail yet. Also the CEC's are belt driven. Not sure if that's good or bad, or makes little difference? They are also more expensive than the JAYS. Jays warranty is one year, and unknown at this time about CEC's? They both appear to be outstanding units. They will be matched up with my Meitner MA 1-V2 DAC. If anyone can shed a little light on this topic, it would be great. Thanks Robert TN
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My comment would be that most manufactures with offerings that use a SMPS, require an aftermarket LPS for best performance. It’s not new or rare. There are not many companies that include —or even offer— a top quality and performing LPS for its corresponding component. I can also confirm that adding an LTA linear power supply to the Pro-Ject RS2T was indeed a very tangible performance jump. |
I now use a CEC-TL5, and previously used a SimAudio Moon 260t. I really don't know if the belt drive makes a difference, but the CEC also employs a weighted disc placed on top the CDs, and I believe that it is a positive feature.
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@robshaw LTA has one linear power supply. I think it was $600+. All ya gotta do is tell them what voltage OR what brand/model component it’s for. |
Audio Union distribiutes CEC in the America's from Springfield Missouri. I attempt to answer all communication on the same day. The email @robshaw mentioned was answered 5 hours later. |
In regards to the Audio Union comment. He is totally CORRECT, it was answered very promptly, and thoroughly. When I posted my comment it had to have been prior to receiving his post/answer. It wasn't meant to be a negative, Sorry if it appeared that way. Once answered, I should have responded with a, thank you, if I did not I apologize. Hope this helps for people considering a CEC unit. Robert TN |
lalitk, To answer your question, I bought the Project RS2T transport. I read many reviews and several posts from Charles one dad and others. I initially bought one and had to return it, didn't work. It also happened to me for a second unit. Quality control seemed very poor. The MUSIC ROOM treated me great. They bent over backwards to help out. After some coaxing from others on the forum, I decided , one last try. I suggested to the Music room, and they agreed to open my 3rd unit, and use to make sure there were no issues. I have had it for several months now and no issues to date. I have since mated it with a LTA Linear power supply. and a wire-world OCC power cord. With a great DAC, it's the best CD transport I've ever heard. I can't say how much better it is than the CEC, or the new Vinshine unit from China, haven't used them? All i can say it's eye opening better than my Audio lab 6000 transport which is very good in its own right. We are not talking 5 or10% better or your have to listen closely to notice a difference, it's like hearing your CD collection like you've never heard before. Other than the 2 times the others went back, I guess the 3rd was the proverbial charm. NO Regrets Robert TN Hope this helped!! |
Great call with Project RS2T cd transport. If I ever venture into a CD player, the RS2T would be one of my top contenders. If one is seeking top performance from CD’s, a transport like RS2T is the way to go with a flexibility of an external DAC. I don’t spin CD’s nowadays since founding a very elegant solution to enjoy my CD’s without the need to fork money for a top end player.
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