CXC

Compact Disc Transport

Colour
$599.00
  • High quality audio CD transport – for detailed playback of music CDs
  • Custom designed S3 Servo – perfect disc speed & error free playback 
  • Digital only S/PDIF Coaxial & Optical output – for pure digital audio signal  
  • Gapless playback – ideal for classical pieces & DJ mixes 
  • Acoustically dampened metal chassis – isolates components for peak performance 
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EXCELLENT SUPPORT
  • CX Series V2 setup

    Rewarding Performance

    You’ve spent years collecting CDs, so why not give them the CX sound upgrade too? CXC is a CD transport that’s designed to work with DACs and compatible amps – like our award-winning CXA81. You’ll hear incredible detail from your discs, possibly for the first time. CXC breathes new life into CDs – giving you many more years of enjoyment from them.
     

    CXC Black Edition

    CX Black Edition

    We present a 1000-piece limited edition of each CX Series 2 model in a minimalist matt black finish, with discreet gloss black branding. The same award-winning sound as CX, only in black. Why? Because we thought they’d look dead cool. If you want some, please don’t delay – CX Black Edition won’t be here for long. 

    CXC on shelf

    Do One Thing Well

    There’s a complete purity of purpose to CXC. It’s built to read the digital audio information on CDs with absolute accuracy and consistency. It then passes that signal on to a DAC, like our DacMagic 200M or the high-quality DACs found in CX amplifiers. Each component in CXC is focused on performing this task with precision.

    CXC detail close up

    Precision Driving 

    The disc drive in CXC was originally designed by our engineers for our high-end CD players. The renowned S3 Servo is no multi-purpose disc drive. By spinning audio CDs at the exact speed required for data retrieval, it provides CXC with award-winning sonic precision and stability. 

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      "Trust us, its sound will impress"

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      "...a very pleasant reminder that real time and attention spent listening to music pays dividends"

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      "...robust power supply, durability, and solid construction make it a worthwhile addition to your system"

      Man using CXC CD player

      Let’s Get Physical

      CXC benefits from an acoustically dampened metal chassis. It ensures that external forces don’t interfere with the digital signal. CXC has a choice of S/PDIF digital outputs – one coax, the other optical. Pick the one that best suits your DAC, be that a standalone unit or one integrated into an amplifier.

      Un diseño para siempre

      Complete Control

      CXC comes with a remote control, so you can choose exactly what to listen to. And all CX Series remotes can control every CX component, so you only need one device handy for key commands. Alternatively, use the controls on the front of CXC. 

      CXC close up

      Designed for Life

      A CD collection should last a lifetime. We designed and engineered the CXC CD Transport to do the same. The bespoke S3 Servo is built to play CDs with precision for many years to come. And with elegant, minimalistic lines crafted from aluminium and steel, CXC’s timeless design will endure both physically and aesthetically.

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    • CXC Series 2 Reviews

      3.7

      15 Reviews

      Sonically Extraordinary; Mechanically Awful

      This is my second unit. The first was purchased in October of 2018. It was replaced at the end of December of 2019. Now, on the Eve of Thanksgiving, I am getting a loud, shuttering noise when I either open the drawer or close the drawer. Some days, it is noiseless; other days, it shutters. Now, almost three years later - with a collection of over 300 CDs - I will be faced with either a repair - where the cost could approximate its purchase price of $397.00 or purchase a new one, at $599.00? It a sonic wonder but mechanically, it is becoming a harbinger of either repair or replacement?

      Response from

      Dear Valued Customer,

      Thank you for your review.

      We are sorry to read about your dissatisfaction with the CXC-Luna.

      We'd advise contacting our support team to see if there is anything further we can do to help troubleshoot your issue.

      Cambridge audio support department can be contacted via the support inquiry form here: https://www.cambridgeaudio.com/gbr/en/support-query/hifi or by emailing [email protected] and someone will get back to you ASAP.Best regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

      very good sound

      The cxc is a reliable cd player. Very good sound. CD's not playing well on my previous player are errorless on this player.

      Response from

      Dear Valued CustomerWe are delighted to know that you are enjoying the unit as we intended. We hope it adds a whole new dimension to your music experience.Kind Regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

      Questionable quality.

      CD player has a great sound, but after 2 years of very limited usage stopped reading CDs. It can't read CD anymore. It looks it is manufactured only for 2 years or warranty period. Now I only get an error after every CD I try. Very disappointed.

      Response from

      Dear Valued Customer

      Thank you for your comment.

      We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the exceptional sound quality of our CXC player.

      However we apologize for the problems after two years of use.

      This is definitely not the level of performance it aims to deliver.

      We understand your frustration and want to assure you that we take the quality and longevity of our products seriously.

      Contact our customer support team at [email protected] and we will do our best to resolve this issue quickly even if your warranty has expired.

      We value your loyalty and are committed to your satisfaction with our products.

      Thank you for choosing Cambridge Audio and we look forward to helping you resolve this issue.

      Best wishes

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

      Rock solid performance.

      Even though I'm streaming most of the time through Roon and my CXNv2. I do enjoy playing a CD every now and then, even though I have ripped my whole collection so my Roon Core has access to them.

      I've connected the CXC to the optical input on my CXNv2, as my amplifier only has a single digital input which was already in use.

      But the combination of the CXC and CXNv2 work wonderfully together. Through a single remote. They turn on/off together and both devices just work.

      The CXC is very quiet and so far it has played all my CD's without issue.

      The only downside I can think of is that it is a transport, and its reliant on the hardware it is connected to (amplifier, DAC) to produce sound. Hence my 4 star rating on value.

      Response from

      Dear Valued Customer

      Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful detailed and complementary description.We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying them as we intended and we hope they bring you many years of enjoyment!Receiving feedback from satisfied customers like you not only brightens our day but also helps us understand the impact of our products on people's lives. Your review motivates us to continue delivering exceptional experiences.Kind Regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

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    • The details

      DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUTS S/PDIF coaxial and TOSLINK optical
      S/PDIF OUTPUT IMPEDANCE <75 Ohms
      MAX POWER CONSUMPTION 25W
      STANDBY POWER CONSUMPTION <0.5W
      GAPLESS PLAYBACK? Yes
      REMOTE CONTROL Yes
      DIMENSIONS (H X W X D) 85 x 430 x 315mm (3.1 x 16.9 x 12.4”)
      WEIGHT 4.7kg (10.3lbs)
      BOX CONTENTS CXC CD Transport, Power Cable, 3 x AAA Batteries, Remote Control, Control Bus Cable