Description
Description Freakuence!
Nice CD transport. Get a dac and stop the convenience; streaming is great, but CDs sound really good though.
Retail price: 599.00
Details
No remote control available unfortunately! This does not pose a problem. With a universal remote control from Logitech, for example, it can be operated perfectly. With this you can also control your other equipment, and even turn them all on/off at the same time with a single press of a button. And so a problem has suddenly become a solution. We donate this tip!Looking for another type from the brand’s current series? Send us a message! Shipping is pricey unfortunately, because we send CD players on pallets instead of regular packages.
General description
This CD transport is designed to read digital audio signals with extreme precision from CDs and pass them to an external DAC or compatible amplifier. It uses the S3 Servo mechanism, which ensures accurate and consistent data recovery. The enclosure is acoustically damped to minimize external vibrations. With digital outputs including S/PDIF coaxial and TOSLINK optical, it offers flexible connection options. Power consumption is up to 25W during operation and less than 0.5W in standby. Dimensions are 85 x 430 x 315 mm (H x W x D) and the weight is 4.3 kg.
Background information
The Cambridge Audio CXC was designed in London by Cambridge Audio’s in-house engineering team, with a focus on pure CD reading without noise or jitter. The CXC uses the famous S3 servo mechanism from their high-end models, developed specifically for audio CDs. The sturdy metal housing prevents vibration. Everything is about pure digital precision: no DAC, only digital signal via coax or optical.
Brand history
Cambridge Audio was founded in 1968 in Cambridge, England. That same year, the company introduced its first product, the P40, an integrated amplifier with a toroidal transformer. Products such as the P50 amplifier and the T55 FM tuner followed in the 1970s and 1980s. In 1995, the company moved to London. In 1999, the Azur development program was launched. Starting in 2003, Azur series models were produced, including the 640A and 640C. In 2010, the company introduced the StreamMagic platform. In 2014, the CX series was launched. In 2016, the Edge line appeared, named after co-founder Professor Gordon Edge. An all-new EVO series was introduced in 2021.
Questions & Answers
What disk formats are supported by the Cambridge Audio CXC?
The CXC supports standard audio CDs and CDs with MP3 files, but not SACDs or WMA files.
How is the CXC operated?The CXC can be controlled via the included remote control or the buttons on the unit itself.
What outputs does the CXC have?The CXC has one digital coaxial and one optical output, but no analog outputs.
Is the CXC compatible with universal remote controls?Yes, the CXC can be controlled by universal remote controls programmable for Cambridge Audio devices.
How is the CXC connected to an amplifier?The CXC is connected via the digital coaxial or optical output to an amplifier with a digital input.
Can the CXC perform gapless playback?Yes, the CXC supports gapless playback, meaning there are no pauses between consecutive tracks.
What is the difference between the CXC V1 and the CXC V2?The CXC V2 has an improved design and comes in a new color, but the core functionality remains the same as the CXC V1.
Why doesn’t the CXC have an analog audio output?Designed as a purely digital CD transport, the CXC requires an external DAC or an amplifier with digital inputs for D/A conversion.
How is the CXC installed?Place the CXC on a stable surface, connect the power cable and connect the digital output to the digital input of the amplifier or DAC.
