Azur 640C

About the Azur 640C

The Cambridge Audio Azur 640C is a compact disc player released around 2005, designed for audiophiles seeking high fidelity sound at a modest price. It uses a Wolfson WM8740 digital-to-analog converter (DAC) with 24-bit/192kHz resolution, providing excellent audio clarity and dynamic range. The player features a custom Cambridge Audio servo mechanism with a Sony optical pick-up, ensuring reliable disc reading and low jitter. The Azur 640C V2 version employs dual WM8740 DACs in a dual differential configuration to improve stereo separation and reduce distortion. It has a frequency response of 10Hz to 20kHz, dynamic range over 100dB, and channel separation greater than 90dB. The unit includes coaxial and optical digital outputs, a toroidal transformer for low noise, and a low resonance, acoustically damped chassis. It comes with a remote control and has a slim, all-metal case with a solid aluminum front panel. The player is praised for its lively, energetic sound with clear attack and good bass depth, making it a strong performer in its price class. Dimensions are 430 x 310 x 70 mm, and it weighs 4.6 kg. The Azur 640C has been discontinued and replaced by newer models but remains respected for its sound quality and build.