Using old CD player as a transport

I have a 1989 Sony CDP-508ES. Its transport seems to be much more solid than late model mid-fi units. Any experience and/or advice on using the Sony as a transport alongside a DAC? Thanks

digmusic03-15-2007 5:52pm

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digmusic OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 12 posts 03-16-2007 at 02:17am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thanks...more research is needed on my part.
beheme Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 231 posts 03-15-2007 at 11:59pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete https://servicesplus.us.sony.biz/Sony-Parts-Catalog-Details.aspx?groupid=901 it says parts no longer available for your unit¨...if this is true worldwide, not sure I would build a system around it although transport + DAC is a very flexible solution (check Monarchy 22, DAC + preamp combo).
swampwalker Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,138 posts 03-15-2007 at 10:31pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You may find that the use of a Monarchy DIP, Genesis Digital Lens, or other de-jitterer is a necessary part of any Transport-DAC equation.

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