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What do modern, current day CD Transports do that older CDP's with RCA digital out don't?

I have read a few posts saying that even a modern inexpensive CD transport can sound better with modern DACs than older, more expensive CD players equipped with digital outputs (RCA digital output).

I understand very old CD players with optical outputs only can be poorer sounding due to the optical interface. But I would be curious to learn about how a nice $2000 Sony ES or Marantz higher grade CD player from 12-15 years ago, with RCA digital out won’t work just as well feeding a DAC as say, an modern Audiolab slot loading transport for about $600.  Let's consider the older player is working without problems, like bad laser or mechanical problems.

Hopeful that someone here can explain what the new stuff has on board that works in their favor.

troidelover1499

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facten
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@troidelover1499 - I’d suggest doing some research on transports in your price range as others have noted.; and if you are located in the US Audio Advisor lists a few models  in that range, and they offer a 30 day return policy.

I am in the quality of the transport provides SQ improvement camp. I had the Cambridge CXC , which is in your price range, pretty competent transport with good sound quality. It replaced an April Music transport that stopped working and was comparable to it. I moved up to a Simaudio 260D which is more money and the increase in SQ was noticeable.

Let your ears be the judge and don’t be dissuaded by others from at least accessing for yourself.. Good luck with whatever decision you make whether you try one or not.

facten
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+1 Charles

 

 

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