Dedicated Compact Disc transport • custom S3 Servo mechanism • designed specifically for Evo streaming amplifiers • high-precision digital output • interchangeable side panels
The Cambridge Audio Evo CD Transport is a purpose-built Compact Disc drive designed to complement Cambridge Audio’s Evo 75 and Evo 150 streaming amplifiers. Engineered exclusively as a digital transport, it utilizes Cambridge’s proprietary S3 Servo engine to extract bit-perfect data from your CD collection, passing pure digital signals directly to your Evo system for reference-grade audio playback and seamless display integration.
Key Features & Innovations
Custom S3 Servo drive mechanism — the Cambridge Audio Evo CD Transport uses Cambridge Audio's reference S3 Servo to control disc speed and laser tracking with ultra-precise error correction and minimal jitter.
Seamless Evo ecosystem integration — connects to Evo streaming amplifiers using a single proprietary link cable, transferring both digital audio signals and album artwork metadata directly to the amplifier’s display screen.
Pure digital transport design — engineered solely to read digital audio data with zero onboard DAC circuitry, preventing digital-to-analogue conversion interference before reaching the main system DAC.
Signature Evo aesthetic & side panels — crafted to match the sleek proportions of the Evo series, featuring customizable magnetically attached side panels (Rich Walnut and Matte Black wood veneer options).
Acoustically damped metal chassis — heavy-duty metal housing and a rigid drive assembly isolate the CD drawer from external vibrations to ensure pristine laser disc reading.
FAQ — Evo CD
Can I use the Evo CD Transport with non-Cambridge Audio amplifiers?
No. The Cambridge Audio Evo CD Transport is designed specifically as a dedicated companion for Cambridge Audio Evo streaming players (such as the Evo 75 and Evo 150) and uses a proprietary umbilical connection cable.
Does this CD player contain an internal DAC?
No. It is a pure digital transport, transferring the uncorrupted digital audio stream directly to the high-performance ESS Sabre DAC inside your Evo amplifier.
Does album artwork display when playing CDs?
Yes. When connected to an Evo streaming amplifier, the system fetches CD album artwork and metadata via the internet and displays it on the amplifier's color screen.
Are the side panels interchangeable?
Yes. The unit includes magnetic side panels to seamlessly match the styling options of your Evo amplifier.
Why Buy From Us
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