I'm currently using a Marantz CD63 KIS as a transport with a MF Trivista 21 DAC, the sound of which I enjoy. However, I'm wondering whether using a newer player as a transport will give an improved/more detailed sound. I was thinking of something like a new Marantz CD6003 or a used player/transport from the Cyrus SE range.
I've been specifically considering the Cyrus SE range as based on most of the reviews I've read the general consensus is that they dig up more detail from discs than comparable players - is this a fair comment?
I've previously had an Arcam CD72 which I also used as a transport but couldn't notice any difference in sound between using it or the Marantz through the DAC. It's probably also worth noting that the transport and laser were replaced a few years ago in the Marantz so it shouldn't be mechanically "tired" (I've owned it from new and it's been very well cared for).
Any thoughts from people that have gone down this particular path (with the Trivista or any other DAC) would be greatly appreciated.
If it makes any difference, the rest of my system comprises a Plinius 9200 amp and Wharfedale 9.1 speakers (a temporary solution) which I'll soon replace, potentially with a pair of Monitor Audio RX1s which I like the sound of. However, therein lies another question - would I be better off spending the money on more expensive (and I'm assuming better) speakers, such as a pair of Spendors or PMCs as opposed to on a new transport?
Thanks.
I've been specifically considering the Cyrus SE range as based on most of the reviews I've read the general consensus is that they dig up more detail from discs than comparable players - is this a fair comment?
I've previously had an Arcam CD72 which I also used as a transport but couldn't notice any difference in sound between using it or the Marantz through the DAC. It's probably also worth noting that the transport and laser were replaced a few years ago in the Marantz so it shouldn't be mechanically "tired" (I've owned it from new and it's been very well cared for).
Any thoughts from people that have gone down this particular path (with the Trivista or any other DAC) would be greatly appreciated.
If it makes any difference, the rest of my system comprises a Plinius 9200 amp and Wharfedale 9.1 speakers (a temporary solution) which I'll soon replace, potentially with a pair of Monitor Audio RX1s which I like the sound of. However, therein lies another question - would I be better off spending the money on more expensive (and I'm assuming better) speakers, such as a pair of Spendors or PMCs as opposed to on a new transport?
Thanks.