I was skeptical about claims of CD transports being better than CD players or universal players, because overall a bit is a bit is a bit, right? At this time I am running a Cambridge Audio dacmagic to downstream components that are unforgivingly revealing at times. The Audiolab replaced a Denon 1920 universal player,still functioning well after 14 years, and has a well regarded transport. The improvement claims are true.This is not snake oil. Even with a 9 year old Cambridge dac, the improvement across the board was like going from a good 400 dollar cd player to maybe what I would expect from say 5 times that price. Listening to CDs I've had for years revealed details I've never heard, as well as more organic tones from Acoustic instruments.I would have been more than happy if those were the only improvements. But there were many more, but the dynamics were what really floored me, and the bass really tightened up.It was a bit like an upgrade in both wattage and current in a power amp. the Audiophile Man on YouTube has a review on the Audiolab CDT that says it perfectly. This thing is heavy and built like a tank. Highly recommended.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
The whole DAC/CD Transport thing was new to me as I reconstituted my dream stereo from what I had been able to hang on to for 40 years and some lucky estate finds. But I was left with 25 years of music downloads on my computer and no good way to run them through the system. I finally settled on an original Schiit Gungnir DAC and was blown away by how good digital music could sound. That left my extensive CD collection hung out. My 80s STOA CD player bit the dust. My replacement had no digital out and was clearly anemic next to the Gungnir, so I plugged in another that I had and it wouldn't work either. I wasted another month or two looking for a low cost solution after splurging on the DAC. Finally I got frustrated staring at shelves of CDs with their potential locked, for lack of a good transport. I read all the and chat room reviews and buried my questions on why a transport with no internal DAC should cost more than a decent CD player with one. Then I saw the price on this one. I bit the bullet and ordered it. I hooked it up immediately and have been smiling ever since. It and the DAC are my only components of current manufacture, but they are a bargain necessity in my book. I'm an old vinyl head and not fixing to repent. However, there's nothing to lament in the sound of this unit and a good DAC run through tube monoblocs and 40 year old monitors. Super product and a great deal. I guess you can argue esoteric perceptions of brightness, depth, voicing, slot loading, etc. of this transport over more expensive models. I'm probably too old to weigh in on all that, if it exists. I only want gear that makes me grin from ear to ear when I crank it up. The Audiolab fits the bill.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
The reviews suggesting the Audiolab 6000CDT is capable of reproducing music as well as or better than anything within a few times its price range are absolutely correct. The quality of the sound will be dependent on the DAC Rather than on this transport. It is that good. I have not used it enough yet, to find any faults. It sets up and operates easily, it’s stable and sounds great.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
This is my first cd transport. I have many cds and have worn out a couple of players. Given the development of dac technology, I figured I would try a transport and dac combo. Using a very reasonably priced dac, I feel this transport sounds very good on cds of differing vintage. I feel this option really gives a lot of bang for the buck plus the ability to upgrade in the dac department. I have used slot loaders before and feel they are durable. The audiolab does what it says and is appears to be well made.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
The 6000CDT definitely has an improved quality of sound compared to a less costly CD player that would have a DAC. Withouth there being a DAC and the build quality of the 6000CDT most likely account for the improvement in sound although at a higher cost. I am satified with it and would recommend the 6000CDT to anyone wanting to upgrade.. There was only a small oddity when I unpacked it. The manual stated there would be two AAA batteries included in the carton. They were not included.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
I've never believed the common theory that a "bit is a bit." Accidentally proved it to myself when my Rotel RCD 1072 suffered a drawer failure. I used it as a transport only, although it is a nice sounding player on it's own. Swapped in a cheap Sony DVD player that had a digital out and oh my God. What happened to my system! Sounded horrible. Found this when searching for a transport only unit. What a difference. My system is not only back, but better than ever! Amazing. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this unit. Mine is the refurbished model. Thank you! Ron
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I know many use streaming now but many of us still have CDs. This is an excellent transport that has won many accolades. Use it with an outboad DAC or with an amplifier/receiver that has a built-in DAC.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
The build on this unit is very good. It also does exactly what it is supposed to do. The claim that the unit will play damaged cds is no idle boast. I have a stack of cds that skip (or stick) on lesser cd players. Not so with the Audiolab 6000CDT. I was listening to cds I had been unable to play since the early '90s. My only complaint is with the remote not always functioning as it should.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
This transport will not be the limiting factor in how much delight you can squeeze out of your CD collection, it will be the rest of your system. Awesome value.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Great sounding CD player but make sure your amp has a digital output, otherwise you will need to purchase an adapter like I had to.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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