Beautiful music, beautiful instrument
David from Ormond Beach, FL on 7/9/2025
Not so long ago the purchase of a CD player meant that the purchaser was trading off musical quality both in accurate digital signal measurements as well as inaccuracies inherent in conversion into analog audio signals. Many companies marketed expensive digital to audio converters to improve the "musicality" of existing and future music software. Other manufacturers improved the quality of their hardware to more accurately capture improve capture of the musical software. This competition has led to significant advancements and a subsequent lowering of prices to the point where several manufactures now provide high quality transcription of CDs at strikingly lower costs to the consumer. The Cambridge player offers an extremely well built and a design that should provide years of future music enjoyment. Like many other musical "geeks" the beauty of the reproduced music is my primary interest, but my enjoyment also includes my respect and admiration for a fine instrument to play my software.
Pros: Musical Quality A Design & Construction. A
Cons: None
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Jeff from Battle Creek, MI on 6/5/2025
A beautiful piece of equipment. Haven't had a chance to really check it out much. Still adding parts to vintage system.Still a work in progress.
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Kyle Martin from SNOHOMISH, WA on 6/2/2025
Great cd player! Super simple and stylish! Sounds really good!
Pros: Easy to use, good build quality.
Cons: Only plays 1 disc at a time.
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A Bit Disappointed
John from Southgate, MI on 5/9/2025
I am a bit disappointed, I was expecting this unit to be Silver face, it is Lunar Grey which is not a big deal as it does looking pleasing to enough the eyes. Also there is no printed Owners manual included, I had to download it from the Cambridge web site and that cleared up a few things about the front panel buttons that were not operating as I expected, or sometimes I need to press a button twice on the front panel and only press the corresponding remote control buttons once.
Pros: It does play all of my older scratched CD's my retiring CD player was no longer able to accomplish. It does seem well constructed though.
Cons: No printed owners manual included. Also some confusion on how to properly operate the unit via the front panel buttons.
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Steve from Bedford, MA on 4/16/2025
Fast boot up. Relatively stout CD tray action. Simple looks and design. Display is clean. Sound is good. DAC Electronics are still burning in.
Pros: Clean and simple Design Compliments AX components Does what is asked to do
Cons: No standout features for the $ price
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Digging out my old discs for a great new machine
Eric from Edison, NJ on 4/7/2025
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Far better than expected.
Blaine from GRAMERCY, LA on 3/21/2025
I was skeptical spending this much money on a cd player since I could've easily spent way less on a vintage cd player. But I was really surprised on it. The cd tray mechanism is smooth and quickly shoots in and out when putting in cds, it reads cds extremely fast, and the overall quality is really good. I could easily recommend this to anyone who wants a good but not overly expensive new cd player.
Pros: Cd trey mechanism is quick and snappy Reads discs extremely fast Overall build is quite high quality for the price
Cons: Remote is straight out of one of Cambridge's amplifier and not meant directly for the cd player. Other than that I have had zero negative things to say.
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Paul from North Ogden, UT on 3/13/2025
Excellent cd player. Very pleased with this product.
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Bruce from Rockwall, TX on 2/21/2025
Bought this because of a friend who recently bought one. I like the ability to stream via Bluetooth and the ability to have music going to two sets of speakers.
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Leon from Hope, AR on 2/12/2025
Love It!!!!!!
Pros: Very easy and simple to operate
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Good definition - separates instruments well
Phillip from Vadnais Heights, MN on 1/27/2025
I am still becoming familiar with the AXC35. Two CD discs I listened to were Ravel's String Quartet in F Major and the third Velvet Underground album. One thing I distinctly pay attention to is the sound of a string being plucked. The second movement of Ravel's string quartet begins with a pizzicato passage that is a challenging test for any piece of audio equipment. I thought it was reproduced well. On The Velvet Underground, the strings on the acoustic guitar played on track five of side one, have a unique sound that came through accurately. The instruction manual could have more information and clarity. Loading discs can be awkward. The small height of the CD tray requires considerable care when loading discs to avoid bumping the edge of the disc on the front panel due to the tight clearances.
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Steven from Bel Air, MD on 1/21/2025
It passes the 'I Can Hear The Heart Beating As One' test! Breaking in nicely. Acoustic music shines. Bass is warm and full. Maybe not quite as musical as the Denon 600, but not disappointing. Purchased this for a second system for the bedroom. Mix of older and newer equipment.
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Jason from LINCOLN, NE on 1/19/2025
This sounds great. I have zero complaints. Just what I had hoped it would be. Good job Cambridge Audio!
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Disappointed
Dennis from READING, PA on 1/16/2025
Bought this player to "upgrade" my system built around the Cambridge CXA61 and specifically to replace my aging Onkyo c7030 unit. The first thing I noticed was a difference in color between the faceplates of the two Cambridge units. Then I discovered the CXA61 remote would not control the cd player. Finally, I played a disc and found the sound to be lacking. Long story short, I reconnected the Onkyo and then connected the AXC35 to my AXA35 amp where it does not sound nearly as good as the Onkyo but at least is compatible with the AXA35 remote.
Pros: Compatible with AXA35 remote
Cons: Doesn't integrate well with CXA61 Musically, there are better choices
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Barry from Erie, IL on 1/11/2025
Awesome CD player. Great value for the money! As always, Crutchfield delivers 5 Star service across the board! ????
Pros: 100%
Cons: 0%
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Do you still want a CD player? Look no further.
Hassan from Chapel Hill, NC on 1/3/2025
If you want the full uncompressed sound of CDs, this is the component for you.
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Ronald from Traverse City, MI on 12/30/2024
It's great. Plays discs that used to skip Love it Crutchfield was great to deal with
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Phil from Aurora, CO on 12/20/2024
Elegant in its looks and simplicity. Perfect for people who want to get away from multidisc CD changers. My CDs have never sounded so good!
Pros: Great sound. No carousel to break.
Cons: The remote is bigger than it has to be because it has buttons that only work on the AXA35, not this model.
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Crutchfield customer from Morganton, NC on 11/26/2024
There was some difficulty in understanding how to best connect to a speaker system, and the directions for use are not exactly straightforward, but now that it is connected and running, it seems to be an excellent device.
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Clifford from Chestertown, NY on 11/15/2024
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Nice and simple
Michael from Dingmans Ferry, PA on 11/1/2024
Basic cd player that connects to my 30 year old stereo receiver. Robust cd drawer and great sound.
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Helvi from Rochester, NY on 10/13/2024
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Bill from N Versailles, PA on 9/24/2024
Sounds good but this has same issue that a NAD player i recently got, It wont fast forward, only several seconds at a time. YES with clean multiple CD's .
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Disappointed
William from Charlottesville, VA on 7/29/2024
Don't buy it. After a little over 2 years (warranty expired) mine will not open. Crutchfield tech support tried to help but no luck. I will buy a different brand next time.
Pros: Worked great for 2 years.
Cons: Stopped functioning after the warranty expired.
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Great all analog input product!
Lewis from Annapolis, MD on 7/28/2024
Punches above weight. I was looking for an amp without a dac. This one is ideal. Outstanding overall performance . The phono stage is an upgrade from my external phono preamps. Recommended for analog listeners and those with a DAC for streaming and CDs.
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Simply Superb
Mark from Bath, NC on 6/25/2024
Had very high expectations and they were met. Best CD player I have ever owned.
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Crutchfield customer from Livingston, MT on 4/12/2024
Clean, efficient and just awesome. Syncs perfectly with my Cambridge AXR100 amp so I really only need the amp remote to operate it all.
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A Good Buy!
Hector from Glendale Hts, IL on 3/28/2024
Good sound, easy to operate, and works as well as expected. It was also well packaged and arrived immediately.
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William from New Albany, OH on 3/11/2024
Very simple, very high-quality reproduction.
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Good CD player.
Michael from Long Beach, CA on 2/19/2024
So far so good. Haven't had it a full week yet. Sometimes there's a slight digital click right before a tune starts after jumping to a new selected track. Hopefully that will go away. Other than that it seems like a solid CD player.
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Nice player
Dennis from Sinking Spring, PA on 2/7/2024
First off, the unit arrived quickly and safely so hats off to Crutchfield. Now for Cambridge. No RCA or coax cable is supplied, but there is a note to use their products. If they wanted me to do that, they should have shipped some with the player. Minor point, but I had to borrow some RCA cables to start burn in. Other than that, the unit plays well after 12 hours of play. The drawer is quick, the discs read quickly, and the sound is not bad using the built in DAC to the Cambridge AXA35 amp and Paradigm Atoms. For the intended use, casual listening in my office, it's all I need. IMO, no need for an external DAC in a lower end system such as this $700 dollar setup. If I was to use this with my main setup, I would use a coax cable through my amps internal DAC as it appears this is a decent transport.
Pros: Bang for the buck
Cons: No RCA or coax cable in box
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Certified Great Surprise
James from Loudon, TN on 2/3/2024
Bought an open-box and I can't tell from new. This is replacing a 12 year-old Onkyo that was starting to skip. Not only is this CD player beautiful to look at, it functions and performs exceedingly well, with quick reads upon insertion of CD, and super fast tray actions. Have it hooked up currently to my Schiit headphone stack and let me tell you it sounds FANTASTIC. Can't say what voodoo Cambridge worked up inside this player but I perceive a distinct upgrade in audio quality with the Cambridge as opposed to the Onkyo, especially on the low end, where the bass is now much more fast, defined, and fuller. And that's where I like to play with my headphones. I will likely move the player to my 2-channel system in the future, but for now it's killing it with my headphone setup. Heck, maybe I just buy another AXC35 for the 2-channel. Build quality, features, and functionality are all very, very good, and I'm beyond ecstatic with the purchase. Bravo Cambridge Audio!
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I ran this with Klipsch R-50M speakers, & a well kept Sansui Classique 550 receiver. I compared the player with 2 other players (Arcam CD5 & a 1990 Sony CDP-291), & various CD's. The build quality seemed good. I felt the unit would be reliable & last awhile. It's not graceful per se, but solid. It diligently played everything I put into it (stuff the old Sony would never play). No bells & whistles....just kind of an old school player, which I like. I like that it will work on Euro voltage as well. That's nice if you ever have to move (which I have). The sound, unfortunately, I thought, was lacking color & inconsistent. I wasn't craving for more. I did blind tests with friends (including an audio engineer, & a musician), & even tried a different receiver....but it was the same. It's ok. I give it 4 stars, considering its one of the lower priced models (though still a chunk of cash). I think it would do better if you ran it through a separate DAC. Made in China, as most of these are.
Pros: Solid & simple
Cons: Sound is "meh"
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An amazing CD player
Dylan Conrad from Costa Mesa, CA on 1/14/2024
An absolutely fantastic CD player. Well built, feels nice, produces excellent music. What more could one ask for?
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Christina from Midvale, UT on 1/3/2024
I love that I have the option to either use RCA to connect to my amp, or digital coax to connect to my DAC. Sound quality is excellent either way. I am amazed at how quickly the disc tray opens when I hit the eject button-it's these small details that make it feel like a quality product. Not to mention, it's a classic, timeless style.
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Jon from Beaver Falls, PA on 1/2/2024
My Cd collection has never sounded better...I have it connected to my Cambridge Topaz AM10 and the music just comes to life I'm definitely a Cambridge convert. Polk and Cambridge only for me going forward.
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David from Sarasota, FL on 12/22/2023
Great Sound Quality which is a tradition from Merry old England! Warmth, extended highs, bass A winning combination! Not to be missed! Excellent build quality as well which improves upon it's previous generation 5*
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Dennis from Austin, MN on 12/21/2023
I bought this to go with my Cambridge axr 100 receiver . Was using a Rotel tribute a more expensive CD player but I like the Cambridge just as well ! Sounds great plays all the CDs no problems !
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Paul from Blairsville, GA on 12/20/2023
Very nice piece of equipment! Very basic. Clean design, plays very nice! Reads CD very quick!
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Louis from Berlin, NJ on 12/6/2023
I was totally confused between separate DAC and CD transport, or CD player. my current system is valued at approximately $8000 and I didn't want to spend a great deal on how I accessed my CD collection. The Cambridge AXC35 was exactly what I was looking for. The first selection I played was Grover, Washington Junior, Winelight. I immediately noticed the clarity, imaging, and sounds stage and new immediately. The Cambridge was exactly what I was looking for. I would highly recommend the AXC35 to anyone that has a substantial CD collection and does not want to break the bank in hearing their music as if you were hearing it for the first time.
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Richer Sound
Robert from Nebo, NC on 11/28/2023
In the early days of CD, the thinness of the sound was easily demonstrated by turning the volume way down and listening to the music, gradually fading it. Compared to LP's, CD's came off as anemic. With it's superior DAC (Digital to Analog Converter), this unit is a big step up. Turn the volume down and listen: at very low volume, it still sounds like music! It's a nice looking unit as well, and has programming functions if you use the remote that don't clutter the base unit with a confusing cluster of buttons. Assuming that it keeps doing its thing for years to come (we just got it last week), very well pleased.
Pros: Looks nice and sounds great.
Cons: Cost a bit more than my receiver! But, a lot less than the $5000 one I saw for sale, lol.
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Great cd player
Daniel from Silver Springs, NV on 11/13/2023
Quality CD player. Plays music clearly with more bass and highs. Glad I made the purchase
Pros: Quality cd player. No frills just performance
Cons: None
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Christopher from Tuxedo Park, NY on 9/18/2023
Beautiful sound and detail. For me, it has checked all the boxes. I especially appreciate midrange.
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Very nice cd unit, exactly what I needed.
Mary from Bastrop, TX on 9/18/2023
It is a good sound, imo, wonderful, I have it partnered with a 1978 receiver, very satisfactory. Controls function by remote or manually on the component, I prefer that later. Happy to have found the Crutchfield company, I will most likely make more purchases, I also purchased a warranty and hope I never have to use it.
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Great as either player or transport
Daniel from LA PORTE, IN on 9/8/2023
I am using this with a Cambridge Audio AXR-100 receiver. Prior to adding the AXC-35, I had been using a Sony Blu-Ray player as a CD transport. My main reason for buying the CA AXC35 was to have a single (Cambridge) remote to control the receiver and player when listening to CD's - silly but true. I initially connected the unit to the receiver as a transport using one of the digital inputs. It worked fine in that role though, not surprisingly, it sounded essentially identical to the Sony BD. Many people will argue that transports can affect sound. I have read arguments about jitter and various other factors but, in my opinion, any properly functioning transport will read the digital information and pass it along to the DAC, just as well as the next. Out of curiosity, I switched the AXC-35 over to the "player" configuration and connected to one the amplifier's analog inputs. With the AXC's internal DAC handling the conversion, I was surprised at the noticeable improvement in sound, compared to the AXR's internal DAC. Fuller, cleaner and more airy across the audio spectrum. The AXC's internal DAC (Wolfson WM8524) may be a little dated but, to my ears, offers superior performance over the "no-name" DAC of similar spec's that is used in the AXR-100. In addition to quality sound, the unit functions well. It loads fast and seems to have a solid build. Operation is fairly basic and intuitive. It covers all of my needs for what I need a CD player to do.
Pros: Player Transport Solid Build
Cons: No digital optical output - only coax
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Scott from Billings, MT on 8/20/2023
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Allen from Braintree, MA on 8/17/2023
I have linked my Cambridge Audio AXC35 with my Cambridge Audion AXR100 amplifier/tuner with output through a pair of ELAC speakers and it very satisfactory. I recommend linking audio equipment in the same manufacturer family. I think that it would make things more compatible. In my case it has. Overall, I recommend my configuration. My only regret is that Cambridge Audio does not have a multiple disk CD player.
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Arthur from Savannah, GA on 8/14/2023
For a mid- priced mind player this thing sounds great. No frills but great highs, midrange and bass sound. Very happy with this unit.
Pros: Great price for great sound.
Cons: None that come to mind.
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Michael from Lynn, MA on 8/10/2023
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Edward from Oak Harbor, WA on 8/7/2023
Very happy with purchase!! Cambridge CD player sounds wonderful!!
Pros: Great sound, easy set up!
Cons: None
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Troy from Plymouth, MN on 12/7/2022
I purchased as an "outlet" item so know there was some risk. Crutchfield as always packaged the product very well so I was confident that there would be no issues on that end. Unfortunately the display only shows on the bottom half of the display window. This is not that big of a deal to me as the information displayed is very basic anyway - Track Number, total time, etc.....This is the only reason that I rated it 4 Stars! I purchased this unit to replace an old Technics SL-PD9 5-disc changer that I had not used in a number of years. I do not have much experience with mid-level CD players so cannot review based on any comparators but I am extremely pleased with the way this (attached to my Adcom SA-10) sounds. My trial CD was MMJ Circuital and it sounded great! Overall, I would highly recommend this CD Player.
Pros: Sound, Tray function, aesthetics
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superb
HWAN from Centreville, VA on 10/1/2022
Last year, I wanted to get AXC 35, but the item had been long out of stock. Instead, I've bought NAD C538 and used it satisfactorily, then recently I broke up the gear by accident. I actually took the chance to get AXC 35 which is fortunately in stock this time. I love British sound, so my Harbeth speakers and tube amps are all British-made. Compared to NAD C538, AXC 35 seems to be slightly higher in both construction and sound quality. Full midrange and no harsh high-end and no dull low-end. I'd like to affirmatively and strongly recommend this Cambridge CDP, if you search under $500.
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Bang For The Buck
Alan from HAMMOND, IN on 9/27/2022
Best sounding CD player I've ever owned. Original Master Recordings never sounded better. Wish it had a TOSLINK vs. coax for digital output.
Pros: Good price and features Sounds great
Cons: No TOSLINK output; Only Coax connector
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Steven from Seattle, WA on 9/25/2022
Great product, great service, no surprises. I like that. I am listening to CDs again!
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CLEAN DETAIL
James from Crestwood, KY on 9/22/2022
This player offers a clear detailed and exacting response which results in a very satisfying sound experience. Drawer slides in and out quickly with absolutely no hesitation. Nice remote.
Pros: Sound Ease of use
Cons: Nothing
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Timothy from Milltown, IN on 9/5/2022
Very happy with the purchase. Great neutral sound and integrates perfectly with my vintage gear. It replaces a disc changer of another brand that jammed often!
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Amazing sound!
Brian from Terre Haute, IN on 8/28/2022
I have only had the AXC35 for a week, but it has been everything it was advertised to be! The sound is beautiful, detailed, clean! And, it has all the features, I believe, it needs. Two thumbs up!
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Peter from Dix Hills, NY on 8/28/2022
So far, all the CDs that I have played sound great. Built in DAC is fine. I can bypass the internal DAC if I desire in the future. Automatic shut down when not in use is a good feature. The price was fine.
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Great organization. Personell. Products
Crutchfield customer from FRANKLIN, NC on 8/26/2022
I can't describe how elated I feel to talk to professional people that know their stuff. Not ony do they know their stuff they have the stuff in stock. I asked for a high quality cd player just to sing with soundtracks at Church and this Cambridge unit was more than I could ever hoped. Just sorry for all the hours of searching o .line just to talk to someone that had no idea of specs and quality or availability. Super easy, fantastic sound. I gave a new music store. Thank you Crutchfield for knowing your jobs so well
Pros: Couldn't be a better experience
Cons: Wish I had known you earlier
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Glenn from Marana, AZ on 8/26/2022
So far, it seems like an excellent CD player. Sound quality and build quality are great.
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None Better for the Price.
Charles from Hedgesville, WV on 8/23/2022
Exceptional value for the sound quality delivered. While these reviews are always subjective, my previous CD player was also a Cambridge unit which was more than 4x more expensive. The AXC35 is noticeably better at detail and placement within the sound field. Crisp highs and solid lows. This is probably about as close to final master sound as you will find in this price range. Enjoy!
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George from Edmond, OK on 8/23/2022
Sounds great, good value, simple to operate.
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Very good performer
Richard from HUMBLE, TX on 8/14/2022
I shared with advisor Jody that I wanted to have a CD player as all my disc players are DVD-type and it just made sense to have something designed specifically for music, since 90-95% of my play is music CD's. He suggested the Cambridge Audio AXC35 and I readily agreed as it was one I had considered. I'm very happy with the performance of this player and feel that it is an upgrade in sound. Shipping was, as usual, precise and timely. I recommend this unit for those who have a CD collection. For reference, I'm using this in my all-analog system featuring Rotel stereo pre-amp (1550), Parasound power-amp (275v.2), bi-wired to DefTech D-11 speakers. it's a very nice detailed sound.
Pros: Ease of use, tray opens and closes smartly with remote, very nice sounding, moderately priced.
Cons: None.
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Adequate
Keith from Columbia, MO on 7/28/2022
Cambridge Audio AXC35 MY setup: cd player> dac (Denafrips Ares II)> amp ( Sansui AU9500)>speakers>sub (REL). I also use the Bluesound node (bought thru Crutchfield) for internet access and use it for amazon HD music, Utube music and flac files with the USB in the Bluesound node . I am using this cd player as a transport only and am glad I do. I first listened to it thru RCA cables straight to amp and found the sound to be a bit flat or lacking. When I ran it as a transport only thru my dac it improved the sound immensely and enjoy it very much. The cd player does excellent job of rendering the music off a disk with no hiss or other unwanted sounds. I give the CD player 5 stars but the built in dac as only adequate.
Pros: great CD player
Cons: lackluster built in dac
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Marcus from Carmel, IN on 7/21/2022
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Great !
Wilson from Sumter, SC on 7/20/2022
Excellent sound. Did not realize a dedicated CD player could sound so much better than use of a DVD player.
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Good unit plays gapless.
John from Menlo, GA on 7/18/2022
It's nice that it plays gapless but I wish I could have gotten a multidisc player like my 30 year old Kenwood CD player.
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Luis from San Ysidro, CA on 6/14/2022
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Alton from Leland, NC on 6/3/2022
Crisp,sharp sound. I am using the AXC35 as a transport with the CXA 81. The sound is very detailed and spacious. Using Wharfedale Evo 4.3's. Very nice for the money!
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A1
Antonio from Hephzibah, GA on 6/2/2022
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Impressive
Michale from Langhorne, PA on 6/1/2022
Very impressed, the build quality is fantastic, along with the sound!
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Amazing CD Player For The Price!
Elton from Bangor, ME on 5/28/2022
I have owned this CD player for about half a year now, and honestly I think it is one of the best purchases I have made in a long time. For being on the lower end of component CD players, the build quality is top notch. I like the layout of the front panel and the metal face. I didn't think I would use the remote control as the buttons are easily accessible, but now I find it very convenient to load the CD, get comfortable, and then start playback and program playback from the remote. One unexpected surprise is that I am able to play CDs with this player that won't read on my computer or portable CD boomboxes. A couple of CD's given to me by friends were so scratched, it made me think "these things will NEVER play," yet this player does so, flawlessly! I haven't had a single CD skip or glitch during playback. Most of my CD's are new and/or very lightly used and it's nice to know this machine will tackle all of them! I expect this player to last many years, as it seems to be built using quality components. The overall sound quality I would describe as "neutral," It doesn't seem to modify the audio signal in any way after it leaves the inbuilt DAC, which is perfect for my listening. I don't have to adjust any EQ settings on my receiver, and the sound is great. Across my many genres of music, from Bach to Def Leppard, it handles all types of music in equal sound quality and range. I definitely recommend this CD player to anyone looking for a budget-friendly, great CD play
Pros: Flawless Playback Easy To Use Remote Control Sound Quality Internal DAC is great High Quality
Cons: None
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Awesome
Mark from Bensenville, IL on 5/25/2022
GREAT SOUNDS great be careful about the patch cord get a good one it affects the sound
Pros: Great
Cons: None
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So far, so goo
Arthur from Brooklyn, NY on 5/9/2022
I've had the CD player for about a week now so it is still early going. Even so I am very positively impressed. The build quality seems very good; the unit has a sturdy feel. More importantly, sound quality is excellent. This replaces a Marantz player that was always problematic; the sound used by this Cambridge player is softer and fuller. All good so far!
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Kenneth from Boston, MA on 5/9/2022
Shipped and received quickly. Sounds fine - the DAC is supposedly a good one, so the fidelity of the recorded music should be true. Of course, there are so many variables involved, such as the different components that make up a person's music system. Also, I am 61 years-old with some tinnitus in my left ear, so hear music differently from when I was 21! It should be mechanically reliable for the long haul.
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Great buy!
David from Clayton, NC on 5/3/2022
Great product for the price. Solid construction, doesn't feel or look cheap. Sounds great and love the remote.
Pros: Looks and sounds great.
Cons: None
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Checks All the Boxes
Neil from Napanoch, NY on 4/25/2022
If you're looking for a no-frills CD player that in the most important of ways is an excellent choice, the Cambridge AXC35 should be at the top of your list. Simply put, this addition to your audio system provides fantastic sound, is easy to set up. is attractive to look at and overall is a terrific choice for the money. If you want the biggest bang for your audio buck. look no further. Truly.
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Wayne from Topeka, KS on 4/17/2022
Very nice looking CD player. And it sounds better than the 300 disc Sony I just got rid of.
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John from Fort Collins, CO on 4/13/2022
High quality, tasteful unit. Works well with my NAD integrated amp and Paradigm speakers.
Pros: Don't know why you would spend more.
Cons: None.
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Daniel from Wooster, OH on 4/11/2022
The first disc I played was Pink Floyd's Meddle , and right in the middle of Echoes the disc skipped . One of the reviews I read had mentioned discs skipping and I thought , oh s##t . So I cleaned the disc and replayed it and it skipped again . Now I'm thinking , I can't possibly replace a large portion of my 600 c.d.'s , so I started documenting the date , band title and which songs I listened to , to see if there were any problems . After listening to what on vinyl would be considered 50 different side A or side B , I have not had any other disc skip . The overall sound from this player is remarkable . It is like going from regular television to high def . My c.d. collection , which had been put on the back burner in favor of vinyl , is relevant again . If I had known how good c.d.'s could sound I would have bought this product ten years ago .
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Your Ears Deserve This CD Player
Chance from PETOSKEY, MI on 4/8/2022
I purchased the Cambridge AXC35 CD Player after already owning the Cambridge AXA35 Integrated Amplifier for the last year -- WOW! Does this thing bring new life to my CDs! I am running these through the Klipsch RP-600M's and the sound is phenomenal -- crisp, dynamic, and full. I have been having a blast revisiting my CD collection again. And regarding my turntable, I am using the Fluance RT-85 w/ the Ortofon 2M Blue stylus -- again, it sounds like heaven through the Klipsch RP-600M speakers and Cambridge AXA35 Amplifier; however, while the internal preamp in the amplifier is sufficient, I decided to add an external preamp instead. I went with the Schiit Mani. After doing a comparison... OH, BOY... there's a difference. The Schiit Mani added much more depth and bass to the records, as well as had more noticeable reduction in noise. I've always wanted to have a solid Hi-Fi setup and without breaking the bank. I couldn't recommend this CD player, the matching amplifier, and the speakers enough. My rep who helped me with my purchase is Rachel and she was pure class. Cheers!
Pros: High Quality DAC at this price point Includes remote Sleek Design Sounds like Heaven.
Cons: None.
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Crutchfield ptoducts -" always!"
Beth from Eagle, CO on 4/7/2022
Great player to complete and update stereo system. Great help in picking it out and had a knowledgeable customer service rep named Rachel. Thank you Rachel and Crutchfield for your service and products.
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Richer than New York cheesecake
Lawrence from High Point, NC on 3/30/2022
Love this CD PLAYER. Precise audio reproduction. I have it connected to a multi-channel Denon receiver bi-wired into a stack of vintage Dahlquist speakers. The sound. pure heaven.
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Another great Cambridge product
Anthony from Kalispell, MT on 3/30/2022
Since I had bought a Cambridge amp, I wanted a matching CD player. This one hits the mark. I can honestly say this is the best sounding CD player I have ever owned and is quite easy to operate. They must have put a high quality DAC in it for it to sound as it does. I have had other players that did not sound this good and cost more.
Pros: Simplicity, sounds great
Cons: none
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Great buy
Robert from Dothan, AL on 3/24/2022
For the money it can be beaten. Remote gets a bad wrap. Works fine with plenty of features. Sound is warm and clean
Pros: Very warm sound. Quality build. Quiet motor.
Cons: None
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Jeffrey from Indianapolis, IN on 3/20/2022
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Cambridge CD player
Peter from Tempe, AZ on 3/16/2022
I didn't realize how much better my music could sound.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Ronald from Spicer, MN on 3/13/2022
Timely shipping and product is exceptional.
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Crutchfield customer from Geneseo, IL on 3/13/2022
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Werner from Greer, SC on 3/11/2022
Love my new CD player. Sounds great. Good value.
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CD magic
Jason from Ulster Park, NY on 3/4/2022
I had given up on CD s and wasvonly listening to vinyl for the last 15 years because my only player was a crappy DVD player, which produced fatiguing, headache inducing sound. This purchase has made my whole CD collection musical and wonderful again. I still prefer analog but now love my CDs again.
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William from Charlottesville, VA on 3/4/2022
Cambridge makes nice, good-looking components. It matches nicely with my Cambridge receiver.
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Kevin from Overland Park, KS on 3/2/2022
Sounds really great. The controls are easy to use and the unit responds quickly. The brushed finish on the front is a nice look.
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Neal from Litchfield, NH on 2/20/2022
Very nice sound. My cds have never sounded better! No nonsense single cd platform works well but may not be for some people who like to set it and forget it.
Pros: Single cd platform
Cons: Single cd platform
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Amazing sound, must buy
Marco from Aldie, VA on 2/19/2022
Absolutely incredible product. CDs come to life again. Crutchfield cannot be beat. Great service, shipping and support. Why shop anywhere else.
Pros: Sound
Cons: None
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Robert from Stuart, FL on 2/14/2022
Really loved the product, but on the second week of ownership CD's I had played previously began skipping not every disc did this, but enough to begin thinking about returning the item as defective.
Pros: sound quality
Cons: tiny print on front of unit. If your a senior you will learn to memorize the locations, until then wear your readers.
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Mark from Long Branch, NJ on 2/13/2022
Appears very well built. Like the built in DAC. sounds great!
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O Brother How Subtle Thou Art
Rolland from Chicago, IL on 2/10/2022
This player reveals subtleties and nuance that I've never heard from anything near the price. It is a no-frills player with all the focus on performance. Listening to Diana Krall's "All For You," a disc from 1996 which was a stellar recording then and is even now, was a revelation. The soft passages were silky smooth whereas on my previous player there was a subtle edge. I also noticed as vocal levels varied the change in dynamics seemed more graceful and smooth (spell that r-e-a-l-i-s-t-i-c). Another favorite, Stravinsky's Firebird on the Telarc disc demonstrated how cleanly the loud, dynamic passages were reproduced and how smoothly the player handles transitions from soft to loud. The subtle strain I'm used to hearing on the most dynamic passages was gone. It just sounds less like a recording and more like being up close to the live performance. My only complaint has to do with the operation of the unit. It appears to change tracks requires two actions, one to choose the track number and one to touch play. It also requires two steps to engage play from a power-off state. You first power it on, then touch play. I would knock it down a star for these issues but the overall sound quality is so good I didn't have the heart to do it. This was a great choice and I'm thrilled with the value and performance for the buck! This won't be my last Cambridge Audio purchase, I'm sure.
Pros: Music sounds more like music and less like an audio file
Cons: Operation that could be a little easier.
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Great
Kevin from Medford, OR on 2/9/2022
Great machine, great service, completely satisfied!!
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Guest from Lexington Park, MD on 2/8/2022
Crystal clear audio. Vocals and Instruments I had never heard before. Cellos I had never heard before suddenly appeared on a Michael Jackson song. I have this unit connected to a 40 year old Technics SA-600 with a pair of Elac 6.2 Bookshelf Speakers and a Polk 10" Subwoofer. Incredible clarity. Will be buying a second unit for the third floor loft.
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Diane from Wilmington, DE on 2/8/2022
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Excellent CD player
Crutchfield customer from Metairie, LA on 2/7/2022
When my old Onkyo CD player died about 15 yrs ago, I never replaced it and instead ripped my CD collection to a hard drive for convenience. Thus condemning them to boxed storage for over a decade until I decided to purposefully listen to my vinyl and CDs again. This Cambridge CD player really makes my CDs sound fantastic compared to streaming or even my near-lossless rips. Listening again w/ headphones and enjoying the quality of this player has brought a smile to this guy's face. I didn't realize how much I missed the act of deliberative listening. A high-quality build that is easy to use and plays CDs flawlessly.
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Great product
Tim from Perrysburg, OH on 2/7/2022
The clarity is phenomenal. I have it paired to the Cambridge CXA61 and could not be happier.
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Bob from Ashburn, VA on 2/6/2022
Easy install My old CD's sound better than ever
Pros: Quality product at a fair price
Cons: None so far
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Patty from La Porte, TX on 2/3/2022
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Jose from Toa Alta, PR on 2/3/2022
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Nice CD player
Jill from Norman, OK on 2/3/2022
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Quality Sounding CD Player
Ruth from Chesapeake, VA on 1/29/2022
My Sony CDP mid-level CD player I bought brand new in 1988 finally died so I bought the Cambridge Audio AXC35 Cd player & I am impressed by the sound quality, this CD player actually sounds better than my old Sony CDP, I can't be any happier, great price for such a good sounding machine. You should make sure the CD player is level, my shelf was slightly un-level so I leveled the CD player with coasters under the back rubber feet making the CD player perfectly level so it reads the CD disc perfectly.
Pros: Nice looking, sounds great & works smoothly, great price.
Cons: I can't think of any Cons
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Perfect!
Regina from Willimantic, CT on 1/16/2022
I am a diehard CD compiler and listener and love using a single tray player. I've gone through a few. When my last one died I found this Cambridge Audio player online and it rated well for a moderately priced model, so I bought it. The player works well and the tray seems very solid, much more so than any other I've owned. I'm hoping that means the entire unit is well-built. My only complaint is not being able to permanently set the player to show the time remaining for each song. I have to find the remote and reset it every time I use it. Oh, and it's deeper than my other stereo components, so it's a little harder to stack. And I would have preferred a black, not silver, face. Otherwise, perfect!
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Jonathan from Sherwood, OR on 1/16/2022
Easy install. Sound pushed thru my AXA35 and my Polk speakers makes my CD's sound perfect.
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excellent
Christopher from Cumming, GA on 1/16/2022
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Satisfied
Harold from Garden City, ID on 1/10/2022
The sound quality is excellent. I wanted a simple player that plays cd's accurately and this unit does just that.
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Excellwnt Choice
Jonathan from Beverly, MA on 1/9/2022
Extremely well built! Great sound and detail. Fabulous process with the Crutchfield team!
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Ringgold, VA on 1/4/2022
Amazing piece of equipment. Every good sounds from a CD being played. Plain and simple operation to do what it is built for, get the best sounds a CD can provide, with the right combination of speakers. It does what I wanted it for, CD's only.
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Great Product
Crutchfield customer from San Antonio, TX on 1/3/2022
The best sounding CD play I have ever had!
Pros: Very fast in loading
Cons: None
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Cambridge Audio AXC35 CD Player
Crutchfield customer from Jackson, MS on 1/2/2022
This is a simple CD player. SIMPLE- without a bunch of moving parts to go wrong like multi-disk players which should improve its longevity. It has a good remote and TOS optical links and is one of the cheapest CD players you can get with optical output. It's a perfect match for my ARX85 and sounds great. The match is very neutral sound, so you hear what the artist intended. It doesn't matter what you play- this deck plays it well.
Pros: Easy set up and operation
Cons: Single disk operation only
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Glad I didn't go cheap
Crutchfield customer from Dallas, GA on 1/2/2022
Great CD player. Played old scratched cds without skipping
Pros: Plays with ease
Cons: Drawer was jammed when I first opened the box. Took cover off and popped it out easily.
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Very Classy Look And Sound.
Crutchfield customer from Omaha, NE on 12/30/2021
It works great, the tray is very smooth, connected easily to my AXR100, the combination of the two is great. The discs sound great on my Klipsch speakers.
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The Beauty of Simplicity
Crutchfield customer from Salt Lake City, UT on 12/27/2021
I had a '67 Volvo 222 wagon for years and every time my mechanic lifted the hood and so the small but perfectly designed engine, void of unnecessary frills, he would say, "The beauty of simplicity." I say the same thing when I use the AXC35. Simple and solid. Flawless performance. And a perfect match for my Cambridge receiver.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Tinley Park, IL on 12/16/2021
Very easy to set up and use. Sounds great! Looks good. I have it paired up with the AXA35. If I had to go out of the way to complain about something, the remote isn't that great.
Pros: Easy to set up and use. Looks great, sounds even better. Great value for the money.
Cons: The remote isn't great.
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Crutchfield customer from W Lake Hills, TX on 11/9/2021
great machine for a great price! Plug and play.Quick turn around from ordering to being at the front door step Good customer service!
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Crutchfield customer from Coraopolis, PA on 11/7/2021
for it's price the axc35 is a solid performer with a very good internal dac at this price point. you can't go wrong for 350.00 dollars.
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Crutchfield customer from Velva, ND on 10/28/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Santa Fe, NM on 10/19/2021
Great cd player. Clean sound with good depth. A little expensive, however much better than a typical $100 player. Twice as good, maybe not.
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Crutchfield customer from Creve Coeur, MO on 10/17/2021
The CD player has a very clean design and is easy to use. The quality of the sound produced by the player is top notch. I am pleased with player for the price I paid. Highly recommended.
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Get budget unit.
Crutchfield customer from Weirton, WV on 10/6/2021
Get unit for budget systems. Sounds clear and it gives you the ability to utilize a Outboard DAC. What is not to like.
Pros: reasonable in price and flexible
Cons: None
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High quality sound
Crutchfield customer from Germantown, TN on 10/5/2021
This CD player has a 24 bit Digital to Audio Converter which delivers high quality audio output. I find I can turn down the volume on my receiver because the CD player delivers more volume. Both the device and the remote have all the important options to manage playing a cd.
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old ears
Crutchfield customer from Tipp City, OH on 10/4/2021
Oct. 2021. I have this cd player matched to a Cambridge Audio AXA25 int. amp and a pair of Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 speakers. Also using Audio Quest connecting cables. My setup is budgetary, and I'm "retired", but still appreciate good sounding music. The cd player is pretty basic. It adds no flavor to the cds. Basically neutral but clean. Badly recorded cds will be noticeable. I listen to jazz, classical and "old school" rock.
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Crutchfield customer from Livingston, NJ on 10/4/2021
Great sound reproduction.. very easy to use, great looks .
Pros: Easy to operate Great sound.
Cons: None
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Sedro Woolley, WA on 10/3/2021
It immediately had trouble loading a cd. It would rattle rather than load. Some cds play, then stop. Also, so far I haven't figured out how to make it play automatically when I insert a cd. I have wait for loading to complete and press play. Minor but annoying.
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Not great but not a disaster
Crutchfield customer from Modesto, CA on 9/25/2021
1. The door opens & closes ok, not clunky, but not super smooth either. 2. The screen and controls are tiny and hard to see when the lights are low. 3. It doesn't save the pause location if you shut it off. It starts at the beginning of song one again. 4. If using a power bar it doesn't turn on w/ the rest of the equip. A little light turns on but you have to physically turn it on. 5. The main reason I chose this one is for the color. All my equip. is silver / aluminum / stainless. But this isn't metal at all, it's plastic and dull gray, not silver, so it doesn't match my high quality vintage stuff but since I don't want black my options were very limited in the price range. Conclusion: it's close to silver and play's CD's.
Pros: It plays CD's
Cons: color & functions
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Another Cambridge Audio winner...
Alan from Rome, GA on 9/22/2021
The AXC35 is a simple, no frills CD player. It is part of the AX line from Cambridge Audio so it works visually with my AXR100. The AXR100 remote will control the AXC35 functions. This was no small consideration in choosing this CD player. In keeping with the AX line the controls on the player are straightforward. The CD tray opens and closes with authority. The build quality is solid. It does exactly what it is supposed to do and it does it well. You can program for repeat, sequence, or random play. The sound is significantly better with either DAC-cleaner, clearer, more brilliant- than my old CD player. I first used the AXC35 as a CD transport and used the DAC in the AXR100. The CD player functioned fine and the DAC on the receiver is good. I then used it as a regular CD player. To be honest, I prefer the unit running as a CD player and using its own DAC. The DAC in the AXC is bright. The DAC in the AXR100 is smoother but more covered. I prefer the bright. One drawback is that my TV remote overlaps the AXC35 codes. This is not a fault of the player, just the reality of everything having a remote these days. Bottom line? I am very happy with it. This is the first single disc player I have had. My previous CD players were all multi-disc changers. It has forced a bit of a mindset change from "how many CDs to put in" to the simpler state of "which CD" do I want to listen too. This is not a bad change. In my book the AXC35 is a winner.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Manahawkin, NJ on 9/20/2021
Really happy with the AXC35. I wanted a good quality CD player without spending too much and that's what I got. Nice looking unit that sounds great and appears to be a quality player that I will enjoy for many years.
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Sounds good.
Joel from Seattle, WA on 7/12/2021
Sounds good and has the functions I want. I bought this CD with a Cambridge AXR100. The two share the same remote signals, and look great together. Zac was very helpful.
Pros: I like the coaxial digital output Recognizes the Cambridge receiver remote Looks awesome paired with a Cambridge receiver
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AVOID THIS CONSUMER NIGHTMARE!
Crutchfield customer from North Haven, CT on 6/29/2021
BIG disappointment. It seems that there is a problem in the CD seating mechanism that causes a loud whirring sound when I try and play CDs. The malfunction doesn't happen every time I play a CD, but I have had it happen to a CD and then had the same CD play fine later. Unfortunately, it is happening more frequently. I found a complaint in the reviews from another retailer that described the same malfunction perfectly. So maybe it is a design issue, or maybe they had a bad manufacturing run? Either way, I am getting the short end of the stick. TAKE NOTE: This didn't start happening until about a week after I bought the unit. I don't have the original box/packaging anymore, so it looks like I bought myself a defective CD player. AVOID THIS CONSUMER NIGHTMARE!
Pros: Looks great.
Cons: I don't enjoy occasionally spending several minutes to get the machine to play a CD without a loud whirring sound (assuming I can get the CD to play at all).
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Woodlawn, IL on 6/25/2021
Very solid.. accurate.. as well as elegant. Controls are straight forward.. flawless performance.. especially at this price.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Herndon, VA on 6/24/2021
Sound is very good. The tray moves nicely. Feels like a solid build. Easy to use. I only play normal music CDs so I don't know how this works with CDRs or any other disks. I have liked all the Cambridge equipment I have ever owned and this lives up to there standards.
Pros: Nice build quality. Sounds great. Wasn't very expensive. Does exactly what I want it to do.
Cons: No complaints.
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Cambridge AXC35
Keith from Rome, NY on 6/16/2021
Nice CD player, but don't but it if you own a Pioneer AV receiver, every time I raise or lower the volume of my Pioneer receiver with the receivers remote, it changes the track number of the Cambridge CD player, it's very annoying.
Pros: Nice sound and build
Cons: Changes track number when I raise or lower volume with my Pioneer AV receiver remote.
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"Playing CD's"
Crutchfield customer from Charlotte, NC on 6/14/2021
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Crutchfield customer from East Troy, WI on 6/13/2021
Amazing cd player, this player will make your cds come to life love it.
Pros: Would highly recommend
Cons: None
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Finding a comparable replacement
Roy Eric from Chesapeake, VA on 6/7/2021
I really don't know where to start and don't know how to rate this machine. Was hoping to have a 5 star ready but I can't! My intentions were to replace an old Carver CD player, though not top of the line by any means within the Carver lineup, but great sound reproduction. I decided to try the Cambridge AXC35. The first few CD's played flawlessly and sound was exceptional. Somewhere in my mind this CD player just doesn't have the balance and fullness that my Carver CD player does. Oddly, certain CD's will not spin without making a very audible thumping sound. I never know which CD will do this and don't want to have to insert almost 400 CD's into this player to see how many thump! However, Crutchfield customer service was very nice to send a replacement. And the replacement does the same thing but much less than the other one did. I may return it as well. I don't know if it's the age of my CD's which span back to 1984 or the internal workings of the CD player but my Carver never did this at all!! But for those CD's that do spin correctly the sound reproduced on the AXC35 is good enough for me. If I can't find a machine to play all the CD's as my old Carver does then I am at a bad cross roads because what is comparable with my Carver as a replacement? Very bummed. I need help with comparable quality if at all possible!
Pros: Nice case Great sound Great with rock & roll
Cons: Will make a thumping sound on random CD's when the workings inside spin a CD.
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Crutchfield customer from Jacksonville, FL on 6/7/2021
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Alexandria, VA on 6/2/2021
I'm very satisfied with this product. I'm even more satisfied with the manner in which I was dealt with over the telephone by your technician when I ordered it last month. I'll be coming to you guys first should I ever need to upgrade my system.
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Crutchfield customer from Matthews, NC on 6/2/2021
The first one that I had was defective, but Crutchfield replaced it promptly. Although I have not auditioned it extensively, I am not that impressed yet. Most of the reviews that I read before I purchased it were favorable, but at the moment, I am not impressed.
Pros: Easy to set up. Can be operated by AXR 100 remote. Smooth operation.
Cons: Dim display. Requires a sizable increase in volume to play CDs
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Crutchfield customer from Merrick, NY on 6/2/2021
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Sleek look, wonderful sound
Crutchfield customer from Madison, WI on 6/1/2021
Very sleek design, excellent sound, simple display, easy to use
Pros: sleek design, ease of use, sound quality
Cons: no memory of where playback ended if disc is left in machine after powering down
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William from Norristown, PA on 5/28/2021
Extremely please with the sound quality. Was well worth the wait. More important is dealing with Crutchfield was an out standing experience. Ordered 2 different units from Mr. ONLINE(name withheld to protect the guilty) that never arrived. Then I thought of Crutchfield. The AXC35 was out of stock. I chose the reserve option, no charge until shipped. A whole lot better experience then the other guy's third-party vendors.
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Great price, great sound!
Anthony from LEDYARD, CT on 5/26/2021
Bought this to replace a malfunctioning CA Topaz CD10. Very affordable. Quick shipping as always. Very easy setup right out of the box. Lovely, crystal clear sound. No added noise I can hear. Easy, simplistic remote. Perfect!
Pros: Sounds great. Easy addition to my simple system. No fuss. Press play and enjoy.
Cons: None yet.
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Very happy with this choice
Crutchfield customer from Callicoon, NY on 4/13/2021
Nice crisp, clear sound. Simple, classy design.
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Straight-Up CD Player
Crutchfield customer from Long Beach, CA on 4/1/2021
Sounds great. This the first professional CD player I have ever owned, and I am quite happy with it. The sound is crystal clear and defined. The face plate is a little more grey than silver; it's hard to tell in the pics. I would buy this again as I love its simplicity.
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Great buy
Crutchfield customer from Holden, MO on 3/23/2021
Very good sounding player. Goes great with my Cambridge audio amp. Love the minimalist look.
Pros: Price. Quality.
Cons: None.
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Happy camper !
Crutchfield customer from Lockport, NY on 3/23/2021
I needed a budget cd player that had rca outputs available. After reading the reviews I went with this one. I have been more than satisfied. It's simple and has no features but, sounds fantastic! I was shopping online when I found this one. I said to myself let me check with Crutchfield. Being they're always a pleasurable company to do business with I purchased it from them. Happy all around with purchase.
Pros: Sound is phenomenal ! Price more than fair. Looks sharp.
Cons: Watch your fingers when cd tray closes ! No actual flaws found yet lol
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Clarks, NE on 3/23/2021
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from North Las Vegas, NV on 3/15/2021
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Mt Holly Spgs, PA on 3/14/2021
Sounds great mated with my cambridge axa 85 receiver very dynamic balanced bass and treble.
Pros: Looks well built
Cons: no optical output
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Sparks, NV on 3/14/2021
I knew I needed a new CD player when the digital streaming on my receiver was sounding better than the CD's I was playing. I suspected the receiver had a better DAC, so I upgraded to the Cambridge Audio player, and am happy to say that CD's are again the best sounding music on my system. Very pleased.
Pros: It's a quality player that plays my old commercial CD's and ones that I've burned from iTunes, equally well.
Cons: It doesn't fly or make popcorn.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Grand Rapids, MI on 3/10/2021
great product...sounds good, easy to install
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Great value CD player
Crutchfield customer from Wake Forest, NC on 3/9/2021
I bought this to go with my NAD M33 since I still like to play my CD collection (which I've yet to rip) even though streaming music through the M33 is divine. The AXC35 sounds amazing and I can't hear a difference when switching between the inboard Wolfson DAC and when connecting the AXC35's coaxial output to the M33's coaxial input to use the M33's DAC. It has great styling and fits perfectly atop the M33.
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Crisp and clear
Crutchfield customer from Houston, TX on 3/8/2021
Great player! Clear and crisp. Slick clean look and NOT BLACK!
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Monticello, GA on 3/1/2021
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Kalamazoo, MI on 3/1/2021
I purchased the AXC35 along with the Cambridge AXR100 receiver. Perfect match. They look and work great together. The sound is great.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Rnch De Taos, NM on 2/25/2021
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Blue Hill, ME on 2/23/2021
High quality feel and most importantly sound!
Pros: Substantial construction w/ simple operation
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Wetumpka, AL on 2/23/2021
Simplicity works. This unit has taken the cd to a different level. I prefer vinyl but this is really nice. Now i can listen to my cd collection again. Great product, great sound reproduction, and you can't beat Crutchfield. A super trifecta. Tom Roland
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Gardena, CA on 2/22/2021
Love it! Clean, straight forward, easy to use, and sounds great!
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Nice cd player.
Crutchfield customer from Saint Clair, MO on 2/22/2021
Bought this to pair with my Cambridge AXR 100 receiver. They work great together and I am loving listening to my cd's again. Nice cd player for the money spent.
Pros: Pairs great with my Cambridge AXR 100 receiver
Cons: Non
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Capitola, CA on 2/21/2021
Works and sounds good. Appreciate quick tray action. Looks good too
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LOVE
Crutchfield customer from Marietta, GA on 2/16/2021
It's not hooked up yet, but it's a very good looking piece of equipment. Not too big, either, so fitting into my cabinet wasn't a problem.
Pros: Size and appearance.
Cons: None yet.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
James from Louisville, KY on 2/10/2021
I didn't realize that the CD transport itself was as relevant to the sound as the DAC. I was wrong. I purchased a cheap TEAC about a year and a half ago after my top of the line Harman Kardon died after thirty two years. When I purchased a Cambridge integrated amp I could really notice how much better my records sounded than my CDs. I had been using AV receivers until I bought the Cambridge Amp. I decided to purchase the AXC35 after reading reviews similar to my thoughts in this review, and the difference is amazing. I am no longer buying vinyl copies of anything I have on CD. All of the fine details were reproduced and the sound stage was great. I have become a Cambridge fan for their policy of putting the money where it counts and focusing on the sound quality above everything else.
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nice, but sort of cheap build
CORY from PHILADELPHIA, PA on 2/2/2021
nice player and a beautiful design, but... the material of the face plate feels plastic... not sure what it is, but sort of feels cheap. i might have considered the more expensive Azur model from CA but reviews pointed out build quality issues and i thought better of spending the money.
Pros: looks great
Cons: feels cheap
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CD Player
Crutchfield customer from Arlington Hts, IL on 1/28/2021
Nice player,,,,quality product
Pros: High quality audio
Cons: Loading CD's is a multi button pushing process.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Winter Springs, FL on 1/17/2021
The AXC35 CD player is well-made & everything works like it should. Being an audio engineer, I think the AXC35's DAC seems to be studio quality, the playback is much higher resolution than my CD players of yore. Highly recommended!
Pros: Well-made. High quality DAC.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Washington, DC on 1/17/2021
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Crutchfield customer from Charlotte, NC on 1/17/2021
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It just sounds better
Crutchfield customer from Hartsdale, NY on 1/17/2021
Purchased as a replacement for an aged and recently balky Marantz. It's paired with a Marantz Amp we have had for several years which works and sounds good. Like many recent years have moved much of my listening to streaming services. I have a Sonos system that includes a Connect. Yep it's that old. This purchase has motivated me to dip back into my CD collection. Along with the happy finds of long forgotten gems and the eye rolling questioning of past judgements, I've come to believe it just sounds better.
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Crutchfield customer from Bath, NC on 1/16/2021
Crutchfield recommended the Cambridge CD player to me after my player died. I didn't want all the fancy gizmos. My CDs have never sounded better. Thank you Mr. Crutchfield. You have another customer for life.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
David from Columbus, OH on 1/8/2021
After returning multiple NAD C538 players due to a loud incessant chirping during playback, I pulled the trigger on this player. The most I can say is that CD's play on it. CDr's on the other hand are more problematic. Which may not seem to a big deal unless you like to camp out on a streaming site and transfer your digital files to disc for playback on your system and in the car. Suffice to say this piece of equipment is noisy. I dread to think how a Radigue disc late at night will come off. Oof. I guess I shouldn't hold audiophile grade gear at this price to the same level of functionality as a $35 portable player? As for sound. Since I have been constantly switching among three players over the past couple weeks, I feel I got an accurate impression of the AVC35 sonic characteristics. Some may say balanced and crisp? Some may say tinny and sterile. The bass disappears in the mix. If making everything you play sound like And Justice For All, this might be right up your alley. A serious crank of the bass knob on the receiver alleviated the issue. Never required before over the course of four other players, but there is a first time for everything. Sounds good now thankfully, albeit mechanically noisy when playing back CDr's and even some CD's.
Pros: works
Cons: Sound Mechanical noise
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Larry from St Louis, MO on 12/31/2020
Great quality and performance. Worth every penny.
Pros: Quality of build. Functionality
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from New York, NY on 12/27/2020
Excellent addition to my Cambridge receiver! Smooth sound.
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Crutchfield customer from Pittsburgh, PA on 12/20/2020
Outstanding product. Easy to use with great sound quality. I highly recommend it.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Opelika, AL on 12/17/2020
Perfect match to my Cambridge amp. I had forgotten that the quality of the CD player affects the quality of the sound as much as it does. As it has done for a long time, Cambridge produces high quality products.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Findlay, OH on 12/11/2020
Excellent value at this price point.
Pros: Sleek design, quiet operation.
Cons: Minor, but there's no backlight on the remote. Would be nice to see the buttons without turning room lighting on.
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Retail as it should be!
Crutchfield customer from Coventry, RI on 12/5/2020
Great product! Brings out details I hadn't noticed before...really (I know everyone says that). Sounds like a new system and I feel this purchase has maximized the range and stage I was getting with my Klipsch speakers. Notable: DSOTM and Yo Yo Ma Plays Morricone. Also some Linda Ronstadt CDs and others with female lead vocals seemed really bright. (Klipsch! Yeah, I know.) That appears to be smoothed out. A factory problem with the remote was handled quickly and professionally. Overall this was a great experience with my second Cambridge/Crutchfield purchase!
Pros: Better range and more defined stage. Excellent value for the price.
Cons: None
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Great sound
Crutchfield customer from Bryson City, NC on 12/3/2020
Low end single CD player that sounds terrific. The sound was checked on the old system and the new. Much better sound and clarity. I replaced an older Yamaha 5cd player that is being repaired . I will use this one for my everyday use and will use the 5 disc player when company comes.
Pros: Simple Sounds great
Cons: None noted yet
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Anaheim, CA on 12/2/2020
Sounds great and got a good price. Service was great on the phone and received the product very quickly.
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A Player
Crutchfield customer from Lumberport, WV on 12/2/2020
Simplistic and aesthetically pleasing best describes this product. I'm impressed with the build quality especially the CD transport mechanism. Nothing more than I need and simplicity comes with a sound quality that is very pleasing and realistic. I've had the player for a short time but it doesn't take long to recognize quality. I have champagne tastes and a beer budget but I definitely think this product exceeds most at this price point. I was listening to Bonnie Raitt's version of John Prine's Angel from Montgomery this morning and came away like I made the right decision. Buy with confidence! There's no disappointment here.
Pros: Build quality, CD transport mechanism, price and looks.
Cons: I wish I would have gotten it sooner.
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Crutchfield customer from Newport, KY on 11/29/2020
Sounded fine. But when burning a CD from it's digital out, it would not increment tracks for some reason!
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Great sound / great value
Crutchfield customer from Austin, TX on 11/29/2020
Excellent sound quality. Elegant design. Exactly what I wanted to play cds while I work from home at my desk. Great value for price.
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Crutchfield customer from Newport, KY on 11/28/2020
sounds very good easy hook up and a great sound.Thanks for the player.
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Crutchfield customer from Talent, OR on 11/16/2020
Woks great looking forward to getting a lot of good listening enjoyment out of it. Dale
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Glad old CD players quit
Crutchfield customer from Chicago, IL on 11/16/2020
Terrific sounding player. Glad my older players quit. I was missing out on much improved CD playback.
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Excellent Value
Mark from LIBERTYVILLE, IL on 11/12/2020
We were looking for a second, affordable CD player to go with a small Elac 5.1 bookshelf + subwoofer system. This British designed Cambridge unit delivers. It's a no frills machine that places the focus on simplicity and sound quality. It is also solidly built. Surely one of the better machines under $400 plus purchasing from Crutchfield is always a plus in terms of advice, support, price, etc.
Pros: So far none.
Cons: Remote is too monocolor. Would be easier to spot functions with button that had color or design differences.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Ogdensburg, NY on 11/10/2020
Nice unit but every 3-4 days the unit turns on by itself and stays on until you turn it off. Never had a unit do that before.
Pros: Nice unit
Cons: Turns on by itself for no reason
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Des Moines, IA on 11/5/2020
I purchased this unit thinking it could be controlled with my CXA81 integrated amp's remote would work with it. It did not work with it, but I love it anyway. Sounds fantastic and matches amp.
Pros: Great sound, matching color to my CXA81 integrated amplifier
Cons: None to speak of
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Berkeley, CA on 11/5/2020
I've been upgrading my music system. This wa the last piece, replacing an aging DVD player I'd repurposed for music. It's terrific. I have to connected to a Yamaha amp and Q Acoustic floorstanders. The music is clear, loud or low. The deck itself looks great. The drawer opening and closing is smooth and the CDs loud fast. I'm very happy with the purchase.
Pros: Great looking; fast loading; sounds fantastic
Cons: None.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Cherry Hill, NJ on 11/3/2020
What a difference between my old Sony CD Player from 1988 to this. Clearer, Crisper sounds and sharp base. For sure hearing sounds I did not hear before. This is a very well made CD player I expect to have for a very long time! Extremely happy with this purchase. Have it hooked it up to an Onkyo-TX-1500 with two Klipsch R-41M bookshelf Speakers.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Brooklyn, NY on 11/1/2020
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Park City, KS on 10/28/2020
Does what it says it does and sounds great. Paired with the AX 100.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Thousand Oaks, CA on 10/10/2020
Sound is terrific, build is sturdy Just what I wanted to replace an old CD player.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Haslet, TX on 10/5/2020
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Worcester, MA on 9/30/2020
If your looking for a no-frills CD player, you've found it! Cambridge put the money into superb audio playback and left out the bells & whistles. Years ago, I owned a high-end Arcam that was also fantastic. This AXC35 sounds very nearly as good for about a third the price. I will say that this is my second AXC35 as the first had a factory defect. AS usual, Crutchfield promptly replaced it & this second unit is faultless! Just like doing business with Crutchfield, you won't be in any way, disappointed !! Highly recommended!!
Pros: Great audio playback!
Cons: A little slow to respond to remote commands. No big deal.
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Good entry level cd player.
Crutchfield customer from Stockton, CA on 9/25/2020
Very well built entry level cd player with very good sound, I was surprised.
Pros: Good entry level player.
Cons: Non so far
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from The Villages, FL on 9/14/2020
ordering and shipping was extremely easy & fast unit operates superbly and has a nice warm tone to the sound it puts out
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Minden, LA on 9/3/2020
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Richmond, VA on 9/3/2020
Very happy with this purchase.I have only had it for a few days,but so far it has been great.
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Well done, Cambridge!
Crutchfield customer from Kettering, OH on 8/27/2020
This is a great machine for its price range. Looks pretty, simple layout and it sounds fabulous! Nice to have a deck without the myriad extra features that are seldom used and can often lead to problems...
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Great choice
MIke from Waverly Hall, GA on 8/25/2020
Love everything about this player. The design is fresh and matches the Cambridge receiver. They both can use the receiver remote which is a plus.
Pros: Great all around
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Wheeling, WV on 8/15/2020
Excellent build quality. Sound quality is almost like analog, not harsh at all. Overall, I am very satisfied!
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AXC35 pairs well with AXR100
Richard from Houston, TX on 8/7/2020
Love it. It's musical and simple. Pairs well with the AXR100 receiver, electronically and cosmetically. Solid CD transport motor and tray. We have two hi-res audio disc players (SACD and DVD-Audio) set up at home but rarely use their full capabilities. The AXC35 played the disks I want to hear 99.9 percent of the time. Just what I wanted, just what needed for the bedroom 2-channel stereo system.
Pros: Musical Simple Beautiful
Cons: None from my perspective.
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Rock solid built CD unit.
Crutchfield customer from Santa Barbara, CA on 8/6/2020
I've always wanted a high end CD unit. After painfully dealing with a low end player that was defective from the get go, I had had enough. I told my self that I would go with my go to company for the past 25 years now, Crutchfield. They didn't question my credit status because I have good credit, unlike a competitor whom after approving a credit line for their store, they without explanation closed it. Apparently the bank whom issued the card was responsible. Never dealing with them again. Anyways Cambridge Audio who's motto is Great British sound. Built in DAC, rock solid CD transport, etc., and all of the features that I need. Not to mention a 2 Year warranty which was extended a year after I registered my product on Cambridge's website. I really don't expect flaws from this very well built product. I have Cambridge 700 Series RCA cables which are being used for the AXC35, and the sound is great! Thumbs up!
Pros: Well built, very sturdy. Rock solid CD transport, built in DAC, etc.
Cons: None as of yet.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Lindenhurst, NY on 7/26/2020
Great CD player. The best i ever had. You should buy one too, regardless of what your wife say's. No skip's just great sound.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Vista, CA on 7/19/2020
I am satisfied with my product. It is a basic player and that is why I purchased it. It is my opinion that simpler is better because there are fewer things subject to possible failure. It would be more important to me to write this review in 10 years - that way I could give you my opinion about reliability of the product. I choose not to have "bells and whistles" in the hopes that the product would give more years of trouble free service.
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Nice overall machine
Crutchfield customer from Bellingham, WA on 7/14/2020
Nice overall. Solid, clean look. Takes a bit to load the cd compared to my 1990's Onkyo it replaced. Seems to skip easy. Guess I'll need to get isolation feet for it. Remote seems kind of cheap
Pros: Price. Clean looks.
Cons: Cheap'ish remote. Skips easily from bass
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Very clear and clean sound
Crutchfield customer from Kingwood, TX on 7/8/2020
Had been using an Oppo that also did Blu-Ray. The Cambridge Audio is ssooo much better - very clear and clean. I am very pleased.
Pros: Sound!!!
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Boynton Beach, FL on 6/18/2020
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Adequate
Crutchfield customer from Beloit, WI on 5/5/2020
Adequate but just barely. The sound is not as noise free as I expected. The controls are simple which I appreciate and build quality seems good. I hate that it turns its self off after finishing a disc.
Pros: Simplicity and build quality
Cons: Signal to noise not up to expectations. Operating quirks
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Best advisor, price and delivery
William from La Jolla, CA on 5/2/2020
Crutchfield does beautiful on the three things that matter most for me on a purchase of a new hi-fi component: (1) trusted advisor - Crutchfield finds the optimal product, in my case a well engineered, not pricey CD player with an outstanding DAC. The Cambridge Audio AXC35 replaced my older McIntosh MVP, a rather bulky CD player with excessive load time, (2) best price - Crutchfield's price equaled the bargain guys everywhere, and cost a fraction of my McIntosh, (3) fast and safe delivery - Crutchfield has no delivery charges and they ensured a safe delivery in a protective double box. The net is a customer who is a 'happy camper.'
Pros: outstanding high fidelity performance for relatively little money
Cons: none
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Well made, Clean & Simple
Crutchfield customer from Hainesport, NJ on 5/1/2020
Rock Solid, Minimalistic clean lines, good remote functions. Glad I made the purchase.
Pros: Better than I expected
Cons: None
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Orlando, FL on 4/23/2020
Outstanding CD player. Has provided many hours of enjoyable listening of my favorite CD's.
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Really good CD player
Crutchfield customer from San Francisco, CA on 4/19/2020
Bought this to go along with my Cambridge Amp. I have a number of CDs that I listen to. Usually, recordings that aren't available on iTunes or other streams. So the CD player comes into play. Works great sounds great.
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Smooth and full bass
nOrman from New York, NY on 4/8/2020
Wow! Wow! and Wow. Amazing CD player. It filled up room without blasting. It replaced an Arcam. Draw not an issue as some have said. Just be careful, by stopping and then allow draw to complete opening.
Pros: As advertised.
Cons: None
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Great paired with Cambridge 100 watt receiver
Richard from ROCHESTER, NY on 4/7/2020
Intuitive controls, great sound paired with a Cambridge AXR 100 receiver, and hooked up to Paradigm Monitor tower speakers.
Pros: Ease of use, sounds great with matching receiver
Cons: A little pricey, but you get what you pay for.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Highland Park, IL on 4/6/2020
I'm loving it??Best sound I've ever experienced, and I've always owned good equipment. Beyond that, I enjoyed something very rare in today's world, customer service that really cared?? Thank You Crutchfield ?
Pros: Clean, clear, musical, great sound definition.
Cons: None.
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Crutchfield customer from Yarmouthport, MA on 3/19/2020
Great price. Very compatible with my McIntosh MA 6500.
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A good product, wrong color
Crutchfield customer from Pearl City, HI on 3/18/2020
A clean design and good product fairly priced. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was the color. It is grey rather than silver. I have an all silver-faced system and prefer to stay with that color scheme.
Pros: Reasonably-priced, good specs, well-designed
Cons: The color. I would have preferred a true silver rather than grey
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Weston, FL on 3/15/2020
I love this CD player, it's so simple yet sounds so good. Fast shipping
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Queen Creek, AZ on 2/26/2020
The product fit well with the matching AXR 100 receiver. Great sound quality. Very happy.
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Check out the Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Saint Louis, MO on 2/3/2020
After reading so many reviews of disappointing CD players I decided to give the Cambridge Audio AXC35 a spin. I ought to have done it sooner. Its Wolfson DAC brings to life aspects of even first generation CDs in my collection I'd never heard and with a precision and clarity that surprised me. Equally important, it gives them a depth and ambience they lacked with former equipment. It performs even better with newer CDs - with a sound profile describable only as "you are there." (Phonophiles beware: this unit might get you to question your taste for vinyl!). Warmly recommended. My only concern is that the CD tray opens and closes with such ferocity I wonder about its longevity.
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Cambridge Audio AXC35
Crutchfield customer from Middleburg, VA on 12/8/2019
Didn't think we'd be listening to many cd's, since we are gradually returning to our LP collection, but we play this unit a lot and are very pleased with it. Great sound, smooth intuitive operation and controls, technical specs speak for themselves.
Pros: It's all good.
Cons: No complaints at all!
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Crutchfield customer from Orland Park, IL on 11/7/2019
Excellent pure CD player .
Pros: Solid simple controls
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