While I can never go back to a CD transport, I agree with your other comments.
I am not the one you need to convince on this one!
I know, but your post gave the perfect opportunity for my "usual rant" (sorry, folks).
Frankly, this is one of the main reasons why I am committed to Taiko Audio. They agree with your assessment of the complications associated with computer audio.
If I ever were to venture into computer audio, I would want to do it as well with ready made, expensive solutions indeed -- budget allowing.