About the Cambridge Audio Topaz CD10
An amazing value in a CD player
An amazing value in a CD player
We're not certain how Cambridge Audio squeezed so much performance and great sound into a player at this price, but when it sounds this good, who's asking questions? The CD10's handsome brushed aluminum faceplate is built around a sturdy, all-metal chassis equipped with top-notch hi-fi circuitry. You get a precision transport, dual-sided circuit boards for ultra-short signal paths, and a premium Wolfson digital-to-analog converter (DAC) — all geared to extract every drop of information from your CD library.
Praise for the CD10
"From the first disc to the last the CD10 went about its business without a hitch. Tonally neutral but with a slightly forward middle range, it has enough smoothness and detail to make you think you might have stolen something. Some players convey a flatness, perhaps best described as a lack of color or rhythmic energy. But this player just had an engaging liveliness that kept me focused on the music rather than the clock...the Topaz CD10 is a real standout — a potential MVP".
—Neil Gader, The Absolute Sound, September 2010
You'll enjoy playback from a variety of discs, ranging from regular CDs to home-burned CD-Rs filled with MP3 and WMA files. The full-function remote gives you command of the basics like "play" and "stop," plus direct track access, repeat, random, and program modes from the comfort of your favorite chair. It can even control other Cambridge Audio components, including the Topaz AM10 integrated amplifier.
Product highlights:
- plays CDs, CD-Rs & CD-RWs, and MP3 & WMA CDs
- does not support gapless playback
- Wolfson Microelectronics WM8761 digital-to-analog converter
- all printed circuit boards use double-sided, fully surface mounted components for ultra-short signal paths and optimum sound quality
- two-pole Butterworth filter reduces AC line noise for quieter operation
- brushed aluminum front panel with wrap-over lid assembly controls resonance
- RCA coaxial digital output
- 1 pair RCA analog outputs
- remote
- signal-to-noise ratio (A weighted): >95 dB
- detachable power cable
- weight: 9.5 lbs.
- 17"W x 2-15/16"H x 13-13/16"D
- warranty: 2 years
- MFR # C10136
What's in the box:
Cambridge Audio Topaz CD10 owner's manual
- Single-disc CD player
- 6' AC power cord
- Remote control (RC-CD5/CD10)
- CR2025 3V lithium battery
- User's Manual
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Features & specs
General | ||
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Disc Capacity | N/A | |
CD Transport Only | No | |
Disc Exchange | N/A | |
Track Programming | 20 | |
Random Play | Yes | |
Direct Track Access | Remote | |
Direct Disc Access | N/A | |
Networking Features | ||
Network Music Streaming | --- | |
Ethernet Port | --- | |
Wi-Fi | --- | |
Remote | Included | |
Parts Warranty | 2 Years | |
Labor Warranty | 2 Years | |
Compatibility | ||
CD-R Playback | Yes | |
CD-RW Playback | Yes | |
Stereo SACD Playback | N | |
Specifications | ||
CD Frequency Response | 20-20k Hz | |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 95 dB | |
SACD Frequency Response | Not Compatible | |
SACD Dynamic Range | --- | |
SACD THD | --- | |
Inputs | ||
Digital Optical Input | ||
Digital Coaxial Input | ||
USB Type-A Input | ||
USB Type-B Input | ||
Outputs | ||
Analog RCA Output | Yes | |
Analog XLR Output | No | |
Digital Optical Output | No | |
Digital Coaxial Output | Yes | |
Headphone Output | No |
Product Research
Overview: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player adheres to three core value principles - stunning performance, ease of use, and incredible value. The Cambridge Audio CD10 features a single front-loading tray and rugged chassis. The CD10 utilizes a Wolfson 8761 DAC and double-sided surface-mounted PCBs for premium sound quality. It offers both analog (RCA) and digital (coaxial) outputs. An IR remote is included for wireless operation.
Features
Controls
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Specifications
Features
Rugged Chassis Design: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player has been carefully designed with a brushed aluminum front-panel, rigid metal chassis, and dual-layer damped feet to prevent resonance and improve sound quality.
Wolfson 8761 DAC: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player employs a Wolfson Microelectronics WM8761 DAC (digital-to-analog converter) for exceptional audio reproduction.
Double-Sided Surface-Mount PCBs: All PCBs (printed circuit boards) use double-sided, full surface mount technology, eliminating wire links and giving ultra-short signal paths for optimum sound quality.
Compatible Discs: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player supports playback of CD-Audio and finalized CD-R or CD-RW discs (8 or 12cm).
MP3/WMA Playback: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player also supports playback of MP3 and WMA music files recorded onto CD-R and CD-RW discs.
Controls
LCD: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player features a front-panel alphanumeric character LCD which displays CD playback information. When inserting a disc, the CD player will take a few seconds to read the Table of Contents information from the disc. The display will then show the number of tracks on the CD and the total length of the CD.
Direct Track Select: Using the supplied IR remote control's numeric keypad you can select a desired track for direct track access.
Program: Fully programmable CD playback allows unique sequence of up to 20 tracks from one disc.
Skip/Scan: The Cambridge Audio CD player lets you skip (previous/next) between tracks and scan (fast-forward/rewind) within a track.
Repeat/Random: The Cambridge Audio CD10 offers both Repeat (one/all) and Random (on/off) playback functions.
Remote Control: The Cambridge Audio CD10 comes supplied with an IR remote control for wireless operation of the CD player. The IR remote lets you control playback and search functions of the CD player. The remote control also supports volume and source select functions for Cambridge Audio Topaz receivers and integrated amplifiers.
Connections
Analog Output: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player features a rear-panel analog stereo RCA output for connecting a home stereo receiver (such as the Cambridge Audio SR10), or integrated amplifier (such as the Cambridge Audio AM10).
Digital Output: The Cambridge Audio CD10 compact disc player features a rear-panel S/PDIF coaxial digital output for connecting a digital receiver or an external DAC (such as the Cambridge Audio DacMagic, sold separately).
Detachable Power Cord: The Cambridge Audio compact disc player includes a detachable 6' AC power cord.
Specifications
D/A Converter: Wolfson Microelectronics WM8761
Filter: 2-pole Butterworth filter
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz (+/- 0.4dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion:
- <0.006% @ 1kHz 0BFs
- <0.01% @ 1kHz -10dBFs
S/N Ratio: >95dB 'A-weighted'
Crosstalk:
- < -98dB @ 1kHz
- < - 95dB @ 20kHz
Output Impedance: <500 ohms
Maximum Power Consumption: 15 watts
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I used to think all CD players were about the same. You just needed a laser and a turntable for the disc. Wrong! This one takes the cake, much better than any other CD player I've owned. The DAC is outstanding and makes a clearly audible difference.
Richard W. from Roanoke VA