TechAudioCambridge Audio CXN100 could be the best way to stream music in styleCambridge Audio’s “supercharged streamer” is a big upgrade over its already impressive CXN V2When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechAudioCambridge Audio CXN100 could be the best way to stream music in styleCambridge Audio’s “supercharged streamer” is a big upgrade over its already impressive CXN V2When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Cambridge Audio’s “supercharged streamer” is a big upgrade over its already impressive CXN V2
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Cambridge Audio)
(Image credit: Cambridge Audio)
Cambridge Audio’s award-winningCXN V2network music player has been a big hit, and now it’s got a sequel: according to the UK audio obsessives the new CXN100 “isn’t just a remake but a completely rebuilt, supercharged streamer” that’s packed with cutting-edge tech.
One of the big selling points here is the latest StreamMagic Gen4 module, which delivers full streaming capabilities including MQA compatibility and is the same module you’ll find in the firm’s Evo 150 and Evo 75 all-in-one players. There’s Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz and Deezer built-in, and the player also supports hi-res internet radio thanks to its support for MPEG-DASH. And as you’d expect, there are plenty of wired and wireless connection options here to suit any system.
Cambridge Audio CXN100: key specifications
The heart of the CXN100 is the ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 Reference DAC, an extremely high performance 32-bit D/A converter designed specifically for audiophile applications. It supports PCM digital signal inputs up to 32-bit 768kHz and DSD 512 and promises precision, superb dynamic range and ultra-low distortion. According to Cambridge, “the timing filter inside the ESS 9028Q2M is so good that no post-DAC filter is required, which further simplifies the signal path and ultimately results in precise, jitter-free, class-leading audio clarity.”
To feed the DAC there are multiple digital connections here: USB, coax and TOSLINK as well as wireless options for Bluetooth, Chromecast and AirPlay 2.
The new CXN100 is available now from Cambridge Audio and from authorised resellers. The price is £899 / €1,049 / $1,099.
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