Description
Key Features
Inside, the CD34 uses a compact disc transport paired with a dedicated CD/video-capable decoder chipset, reflecting an era when budget disc players were increasingly built around highly integrated, multi-format silicon rather than bespoke CD-only designs. A separate headphone amplifier stage drives the front-panel headphone socket, with its own dedicated level control, allowing private listening independent of the main line output. Cambridge Audio’s house approach with the 30 Series was to keep circuitry simple and costs down while still offering both fixed line-level and digital coaxial outputs, making the CD34 a flexible option either as a standalone player through an amplifier or as a transport into an outboard DAC.
Technical Specifications
- Type: Compact disc player, 30 Series
- Outputs: Fixed line-level (RCA, left/right), coaxial digital output
- Headphone output: Front-panel socket with dedicated level control
- Power requirement: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
- Maximum power consumption: 40W
- Country of Design: England (designed and engineered in London)
- Laser safety classification: Class 1 laser product
Important Owner’s Notes
This unit is supplied without a remote control. As noted above, slight motor noise was present during testing; this is a cosmetic/audible quirk rather than a functional fault affecting playback, but please bear this in mind before purchase.
Why Buy From Us
With over 40 years of experience in the Hi-Fi industry, we are well placed to assess and test equipment of this type. Every item we list is fully inspected and tested before sale — this unit was checked by Andrew in our workshop.
When you buy from us you can expect:
- Full inspection and testing prior to listing — not simply a visual check
- Transparent descriptions with no omissions
- Professional packaging to ensure safe delivery
- After-sales support available by phone or email should you have any questions
Summary
A functional, honestly described Cambridge Audio CD34 offered as a cheap, no-frills CD player — ideal as a spare, a second-system player, or a low-cost way into CD playback. Please note the slight motor noise flagged above; this unit is sold as seen. This is a single-unit listing. Please feel free to get in touch with any questions prior to purchase.
