If you’re trying to find a devoted music streaming gamer for your system, then the brand-new Cambridge Audio CXN100 uses almost all of the functions you might consider, consisting of Spotify Connect and Roon Ready compatibility.
The CXN100 is a “matured” variation of the competitive, entry-level WiiM Pro — a banner I like a lot– and this is since the Cambridge rather utilizes a full-size metal real estate, an intense, understandable screen and a fuller series of outputs.
The CXN100’s predecessor, the CXN V2, has actually been my preferred banner for several years, and the brand-new variation seeks to enhance on it in a variety of methods. The internals have actually been entirely upgraded and now consist of the StreamMagic Gen4 module with
“MQA compatibility.” The onboard DAC has actually been updated too, from the Wolfson DAC to the ESS ES9028Q2M Sabre32 Reference chip, and the business states it has actually enhanced the post-DAC analogue phase with much better signal-to-noise ratio and minimized distortion.
The screen, which is the very best function of the CXN V2, has actually been boosted for the CXN100. It boasts a boost from 4.3 inches to 4.8 inches and is now surrounded by less, though more-dedicated physical buttons.
The CXN100 uses compatibility with music streaming requirements consisting of Spotify ConnectRoon Ready, Tidal, Qobuz, Chromecast integrated and Apple AirPlayThe system likewise consists of Bluetooth, USB, digital coax and digital optical connections. Analogue output is readily available through well balanced XLR or out of balance RCA sockets. As a stereo banner it regretfully does not consist of spatial music assistance.
While the WiiM Pro and Pro Plus are unequalled for the cash, they’re not latest thing in use. These designs do not have a screen, and the dark, capacitive buttons are not actually much enjoyable to run.
At the end of the day, it is the screen and manages that set the CXN banners apart from nearly every other rival, consisting of WiiM, theBluesound Node and Sonos Port. If you like the versatility of having a host of streaming alternatives, and wish to own something that looks sleek resting on your AV system, then the CXN100 seems a fantastic choice.
The Cambridge Audio CXN100 is offered now for $1099 or ₤ 899.