You are basically correct in my book. Some CD Players made excellent transports, but I would not buy a new Alpha and then the MSB. There is a $80 Aiwa CD Changer that makes a decent transport, so save your money.
Really need a DAC w/ a great CD player
To DAC or not? Choice of player Arcam Alpha 9 or equivalent. Is a DAC (ie MSB) still needed, or am i just using my player for a transport? |Why spend big bucks on players? I'm confused...big bucks cd player..or highend DAC?