New Project RS2T transport

@lpretiring

IMHO the performance is excellent, but I would caution perspective buyers to be sure of the commitment to complete satisfaction from the dealer you choose to purchase from.

Best of luck going forward.

LP

Wise counsel. I don’t understand why they can’t get this figured out. CD transports have long been figured out and are not complex technical mysteries. Mine is an earlier model (2021) and has performed beautifully with frequent usage. I’ve posted numerous times on this site quite enthusiastically spreading the word due to my utter joy with my RS2T.

Charles

I will only buy brand new from a trusted dealer here in Australia in case there happens to be any issue but i am glad to hear this Transport is still working out well for you guys. Getting a bit fed up with computer based audio and i have a large CD collection gathering dust. Last time i spun silver was on a mere Oppo 105 player which is not bad but not great so i`m not really sure what to expect with this transport. All comments here re SQ seem very positive which is definitely encouraging.

Will be looking for a new or used DAC as well to pair with this transport. Open to suggestions guys on a great DAC /RS2T pairing. Is there maybe anything to look for/keep in mind specifically or that will likely be a better match?

Early days but i was thinking maybe something like a used Yggy A2/OG or Bricasti even but Bricasti is allot more $$$

I have highly efficient horns and i love classic Rock, 80`s 90`s rock, alternative the most. Not much into classical opera jazz etc

Pete

@petieboy12003 

A friend of mine used a Bricasti DAC for about 4 years before getting a MSB DAC a few years ago. I thought the Bricasti was a very good sounding DAC. In my opinion a RS2T and Bricasti would be an exceptionally good pairing sonically. I believe that you'd be thrilled with this combo.

Charles

I recently got mine back from repair under dealer warranty. It took 4 months. I am glad that my dealer stepped up and advocated for me. I ended up getting a new laser assembly. I was experiencing songs that stopped suddenly, and a few of my cd’s were not loading. Also, the transport would not power up unless I unplugged and re-plugged. These issues are solved now, hopefully. This is a fantastic sounding transport.

For those who have had issues with powering up from a full off position, it was recommended to me by Fine Sounds to load a disc prior to powering up. I haven't tested this theory as my power has been stable since the power company thankfully did some major renovations in my area.

I also have had good luck with some difficult to load discs just by being very cautious with leveling and being sure of full down position on the spindle.

Wow!...4 months to repair. Glad you're up and running and enjoying your music again.

   LP