Yes the Apollo is a good transport. I would look into any DAC that uses either a Burr Brown or ESS Saber DAC chipset. This will give you a warmer and more analog like sound.
Will my Rega Apollo be a good transport?
I have been using my Rega Apollo (not Apollo R) and really liking it for a number of years and am considering purchasing a DAC. I don't download much music but when I do I burn it to a disc. Using a Bryston B100 integrated with Morrow MA4's, Audioquest Rocket 44's biwire to my Silverline Sonatina's. Way up here in Maine there are not many hifi dealers so I have been reading a lot of reviews. Bryston, Arcam FMJ, Cary 100 have peaked my interest but I have more to review. Back to the original question, will the Rega be a good transport? Also I am open to DAC recommendations for a good match.