Primare DD35 Full-Size CD Transport at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA

The DD35 is a full-size dedicated CD transport from Primare (Malmö, Sweden), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA. Built around the TEAC CD 5020A-AT low-resonance CD drive — the same mechanism used in the award-winning CD35 Prisma — and equipped with a dedicated discrete power supply on the digital output stage, the DD35 delivers a jitter-free digital signal of uncompromising quality to any external DAC, integrated amplifier, or preamplifier. It is the ideal transport partner for the Primare 35 Series modular ecosystem, and equally at home in any system where the highest-quality CD digital signal is required.

TEAC Transport and Dedicated Digital Output Stage

The DD35 uses the TEAC CD 5020A-AT — a dedicated low-resonance, high-precision CD drive mechanism designed for bit-perfect extraction with minimal mechanical noise. The digital signal feeds a dedicated output stage with its own discrete power supply, fully isolated from the drive mechanism — ensuring that noise from the motor and drive circuitry cannot corrupt the digital signal before it reaches the DAC. Both RCA coaxial and Toslink digital outputs are provided for broad system compatibility. When paired with a Primare I35, I25, or PRE35 equipped with the DM35 or DM36 DAC module, the DD35 forms the source foundation of a fully separates Primare digital system — enabling optimal separation between digital transport and analog conversion stages.

Scandinavian Design and System Integration

The DD35 shares the full-size 430mm chassis and Scandinavian design language of the Primare 35 Series — pairing naturally with the PRE35, I35, I25, A35.2, and A35.8 in any rack configuration. Control buttons are precision-crafted for optimal tactile response, and 12V trigger input and output enable auto-on/standby with the rest of the system. RS232 outboard control port provides full integration into custom installation environments.

Key Features

• TEAC CD 5020A-AT Transport: The same flagship-grade low-resonance drive used in the award-winning CD35 Prisma CD player.
• Dedicated Discrete Digital Output Power Supply: Fully isolated from the drive mechanism for ultra-low-noise digital signal delivery.
• Jitter-Free Digital Output: Bit-accurate transport to any external DAC or Primare integrated amplifier with digital input module.
• RCA Coaxial and Toslink Digital Outputs: Dual outputs for broad system and DAC compatibility.
• 12V Trigger In/Out: Auto-on/standby integration with any connected power amplifier or preamplifier.
• RS232 System Control: Full outboard control for custom installation environments.
• Full-Size Scandinavian Design: Matches the Primare 35 Series form factor in Black or Titanium finish.

Technical Specifications

Connections at a Glance

• 1 × RCA Coaxial Digital Output
• 1 × Toslink Digital Output
• 12V Trigger In / Out
• IR In / Out (3.5mm)
• RS232 System Control

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Primare DD35?

The Primare DD35 is a full-size dedicated CD transport from Primare (Sweden) built around the TEAC CD 5020A-AT low-resonance drive mechanism with a dedicated discrete power supply on the digital output stage. It provides RCA coaxial and Toslink digital outputs for jitter-free transport to any external DAC or Primare integrated amplifier with a digital input module. It is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA.

How does the Primare DD35 compare to the Cambridge Audio CXC V2?

The Primare DD35 and Cambridge Audio CXC V2 are both dedicated CD transports, but differ in drive specification and power supply architecture. The CXC V2 uses a custom-engineered transport mechanism with a single coaxial output. The DD35 uses the TEAC CD 5020A-AT — the same flagship mechanism found in the Primare CD35 Prisma — and provides both RCA coaxial and Toslink outputs with a discrete dedicated digital output power supply, fully isolated from the drive. For buyers building a Primare separates system around the I35, I25, or PRE35 with DM35/DM36 modules, the DD35 also integrates cleanly via 12V trigger and RS232 for full system automation.

What DACs does the Primare DD35 work with?

The DD35 works with any external DAC accepting RCA coaxial or Toslink S/PDIF input. Within the Primare ecosystem, it pairs directly with the DM35 or DM36 DAC modules installed in the I35, I25, I35 Prisma DM36, I25 Prisma DM36, or PRE35 Prisma DM36 preamplifier. This configuration separates the transport and conversion stages for optimal noise isolation — a classic audiophile transport-plus-DAC topology using Primare's modular system architecture.

Why choose a dedicated transport like the DD35 over an all-in-one CD player?

A dedicated transport separates the mechanical operation of the CD drive from the digital-to-analog conversion stage, eliminating the possibility of mechanical noise from the drive motor or spindle coupling into the sensitive DAC and analog output circuitry. In the DD35, the dedicated discrete power supply on the output stage further isolates the digital signal path. For systems where the DAC is already of very high quality — such as the ESS ES9068A in a Primare I35 Prisma DM36 or PRE35 Prisma DM36 — using the DD35 as a pure transport feeding that DAC is the architecturally cleanest source solution.

Does the Primare DD35 have an analog output?

No. The DD35 is a pure digital transport with no built-in DAC or analog output stage. It delivers the digital signal from the CD directly to an external DAC via RCA coaxial or Toslink output. This is by design — the DD35 is engineered to do one thing at the highest possible level: extract the digital data from a CD and transmit it cleanly.

Where can I buy the Primare DD35 in Buffalo, NY?

The Primare DD35 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Primare dealer in Buffalo, NY, USA. The Vinyl Sound team provides expert guidance on transport and DAC pairing, system building, and Primare 35 Series configuration. Visit vinylsound.com or contact the Buffalo showroom for availability and demonstration.