The purpose is to transmit digital data to the DA convertor for processing.
A good cd transport definitely make a difference as compared to an average one.
Of course, you can said that a CD transport with a DAC will definitely beat a 1 box player provided that u are comparing in the same class which will cost more.
My advise is still keep to a 1 box player. A CD transport with a DAC sill required a good interconnect & power cable matching in order to sound good.
Sometimes, making thing complicated is a long way to achieve good sound. Keeping your stuff as simple ( CD player, int. amp & speaker ) as it is will be more easier for u to achieve a good sound unless u don't mind spending $$$.
A good cd transport definitely make a difference as compared to an average one.
Of course, you can said that a CD transport with a DAC will definitely beat a 1 box player provided that u are comparing in the same class which will cost more.
My advise is still keep to a 1 box player. A CD transport with a DAC sill required a good interconnect & power cable matching in order to sound good.
Sometimes, making thing complicated is a long way to achieve good sound. Keeping your stuff as simple ( CD player, int. amp & speaker ) as it is will be more easier for u to achieve a good sound unless u don't mind spending $$$.