Roksan Attessa CD Transport, Black

The Roksan Attessa CD Transport is a pure CD drive that reads discs with low jitter and passes the digital signal on to an external DAC or streaming amplifier.

No built-in DAC, no compromise: the transport handles exactly one job – reading your silver discs cleanly – and leaves the conversion to the device that does it best. Made for anyone who maintains a CD collection and wants to pair it with modern converter technology.

Why the Attessa CD Transport?

While some budget CD players sound like an old coffee grinder while reading a disc, the Attessa mechanism works discreetly in the background. Specially optimised firmware reads the data efficiently and keeps the signal path short – reducing jitter, the tiny timing deviations in the digital clock that otherwise make the sound feel flat. The heavy steel chassis with an aluminium front keeps micro-vibrations away from the laser.

Pair the transport with the Attessa Streaming integrated amplifier and the two merge into one unit via MaestroUnite: one remote, one app, one coherent system.

What you hear

The Attessa Transport plays back the CD's information precisely and calmly. Through a good DAC, voices stand cleanly in the room, spaces open up, and well-produced recordings gain in stability. How much of that comes through in the end depends on the DAC in the target device – the transport supplies the template, the converter paints the picture.

Who is the Attessa CD Transport for?

Ideal for you if you already own a good DAC or a modern amplifier with a digital input and take your CDs seriously. Straight talk: if your amplifier only has analogue inputs, the transport alone produces no sound – you absolutely need a converter behind it. And it plays exclusively audio CDs and CD-Rs; SACD or DVD-Audio are not its territory.

Our verdict

For CD fans with modern converter technology, the Attessa Transport is a clean, long-lasting solution – especially paired with the Attessa Streaming integrated amplifier. If you have questions about connecting it correctly to your DAC, we're here for you in Wädenswil.

Technical specifications

• Type: pure CD transport (no internal converter)
• Digital output: coaxial (75 ohms)
• Supported formats: CD, CD-R (Red Book standard)
• Control: MaestroUnite app (paired with an Attessa amplifier)
• Chassis: sheet steel, aluminium front
• Special feature: low-power standby
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 432 × 76 × 349 mm
• Weight: 6.1 kg
• Included: CD transport, remote control, coaxial digital cable, power cable

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a CD player and a CD transport?

A CD player has a built-in converter and outputs finished analogue signals. A CD transport like the Attessa only reads the data and needs an external DAC or an amplifier with a digital input to turn it into music. In return, paired with a good converter, it often sounds higher quality.

What device do I need in addition to the Attessa CD Transport?

You need a DAC or an amplifier with a digital coaxial input. The Attessa Streaming integrated amplifier is an ideal match, as its converter takes the transport signal directly. The connection runs via the included 75-ohm coaxial cable.

Can I control the CD transport via an app?

Yes, paired with a Roksan Attessa amplifier and the MaestroUnite app, both devices can be synchronised and operated conveniently from your smartphone. Used on its own, you operate the transport via the included remote control.

Does the transport also play SACD or DVD-Audio?

No. The Attessa CD Transport is a specialist for audio CDs and CD-Rs to the Red Book standard. It doesn't support SACD, DVD-Audio or MP3 data discs – but it handles the classic CD format all the more confidently for it.

Why buy the Roksan Attessa CD Transport from HD Zürisee?

Because sound quality depends heavily on how well it works together with your converter – and that's exactly where our experience helps. We check with you whether your DAC or amplifier is a good match, and set up the pair with the Attessa Amp. Our technician Mauri handles service and installation. Get in touch by phone, email or WhatsApp.

Pairs well with

You'll find the ideal partner under integrated amplifiers (e.g. the Attessa Streaming integrated amplifier as a converter), and matching speakers under speakers. All components in the range are gathered in the Roksan collection.