Cambridge Audio CXN 100 Network Player

Meet the CXN 100 Network Player 
Excellence from Cambridge Audio and now available in Black!

Rewarding Performance

No-one should play favourites but CXN100 is something else. Hi-fi specialists and listeners alike loved its predecessor CXN V2 just wait until they hear this.

CXN100 will instantly transform a classic hi-fi stack into a system with a bright future, and because its a network device, CXN100s firmware can be upgraded remotely, via our StreamMagic app, to receive the latest services. 

Forever Changes

The first thing youll notice is the big hi-res colour screen all the better for album artwork. Changed too, is the volume control. To do one thing well with a reassuringly tactile response. Inside, things have been taken up a level with a new ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC and Cambridge Audio's Gen 4 StreamMagic module.

Redesigned, expertly tuned, and simplified circuitry for a purer signal path, complete the picture.  

Ready for the Revolution?

The convenience of streamed music was once let-down by its quality. Thats no longer the case thanks to better CODECS, broadband speeds and products like CXN100. Its designed to deliver the effortless accessibility of the digital format, but with the uncompromised sonic excellence that comes with over 55 years of designing hi-fi and well over a decade perfecting their StreamMagic platform. 

Whatever you Want

CXN100 has free and subscription hi-res streaming services, like internet radio, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect with MQA, Qobuz, and Deezer on board for the best available sound quality. With Apple Airplay2 and Chromecast built-in, you can access Apple Music, Amazon Music, BBC Sounds and more. CXN100 is also Roon Ready, consolidating your digital music browsing experience in one place.  

The Whole Story

CXN100s circuitry has been totally re-designed to capitalise on the ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 Digital Analogue Converters 32-bit capabilities. The audio signal path and tune have been simplified and the carefully chosen components performance to make sure that nothing comes between you and the original recording.

The result? A warmth, depth and nuance not often associated with digital audio. 

StreamMagic

If the DAC is the CXN100s heart, then Cambridge Audio's StreamMagic Gen 4 module is its brain.  Running the custom-made streaming platform and app, which has been perfected for well-over a decade. Its responsible for the network players slick, seamless and stable listening experience from any digital source. CXN100s firmware can also be upgraded over-the-air to receive updates and access to new services. 

Control. Pure and Simple

A beautifully smooth volume dial and large colour display take the experience of playing music from CXN100 up a level. The StreamMagic app is your remote control, giving you intuitive command of connected sources curate playlists, program pre-sets or browse albums from the comfort of your listening position. CXN100 also works with the physical remote control supplied with CXC and CXA components.  

Designed for Life

With elegant, minimalistic lines, crafted from aluminium and steel, CXN100 will endure physically and aesthetically for many years to come. Its ability to receive over-air updates should repay your investment too. Making products that last is just one of the ways that Cambridge Audio can minimise their impact on the planet and maximise your listening pleasure. After all, great sound shouldnt cost the Earth.

Product Features
Stunning Sound Quality - hear every detail from your digital music
ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 Reference DAC - for stunning digital/analogue conversion 
StreamMagic Gen4 module - for full streaming capabilities, incl. MQA
Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz & Deezer built-in - for the best possible sound
High-resolution Internet Radio - thanks to MPEG-DASH support
Roon Ready - consolidated browsing of your digital music collection
Multi room Capability - compatible with Google Home, Apple Airplay and Roon multi room systems
Flexible Digital Connectivity - with USB audio, Coaxial & TOSLINK or wirelessly with Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2 & Bluetooth
Big hi-res colour screen - see album artwork from the comfort of your chair
Technical Specifications

DAC
ESS ES9028Q2M

USB AUDIO INPUT
USB Type B conforms to USB Audio 2.0

DIGITAL AUDIO INPUTS
USB Drive
Bluetooth (5.1)
S/PDIF Coaxial
TOSLINK Optical

ANALOGUE AUDIO OUTPUTS
Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUTS
S/PDIF Coaxial and TOSLINK Optical

COMPATIBILITY

TOSLINK optical
16/24bit 32-96kHz PCM, DoP64 S/PDIF

Coaxial
16/24bit 32-192kHz PCM, DoP64 UPnP: up to 32bit, 768kHz

Local USB media
PCM up to 32-bit 768kHz, DSD up to x512

USB audio
PCM up to 32-bit 768kHz, DSD up to x512

Bluetooth
SBC, AAC AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Internet Radio, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, MQA, Qobuz, Deezer, Roon Ready.

AUDIO FORMATS
ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis

ETHERNET
10/100Mbit

WiFi
IEEE 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz)

MAX POWER CONSUMPTION
30 W

STANDBY POWER CONSUMPTION
DIMENSIONS
430 x 85 x 305mm 

In The Box
CXN100
Mains lead
Control bus cable
Antenna x2
Quick start guide
Safety sheet
Registration card
*This information has been obtained from Manufacturers website. We advise that Features & Specifications are subject change from Manufacturer without notice.

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