Stereo digital preamplifier/network player/DAC
All pre-owned product is tested in our service department and have been passed for sale... and comes with a 90 day warranty!
In good condition. Note some smudges on top and sides; small scratches on top. Original box and packing are NOT included, but we will pack carefully.
Factory Remote is NOT included, but there is an iOS and Android App for control. Images with white background are stock. Full specs are last image.
The CXN is three components in one. First, it's a digital preamp with an assortment of connections for handling your digital gear. Plus, it's a network player ready to stream your favorite audio sources using either a wired Ethernet or Wi-Fi® connection. And, of course, it's a high-performance DAC with state-of-the-art audio processing to improve the listening experience for all digital formats. Cambridge's sophisticated Adapted Time Filter 2 technology upsamples all incoming digital audio to a 24-bit/384kHz signal to resolve extremely fine detail. That happens for all incoming audio data — whether it's from an Internet radio stream, a lossless FLAC file on a USB flash drive, or a connected component like a CD transport.
This system performs interpolation and data buffering, and re-clocks the audio signal to almost completely eliminate "jitter" — timing errors in the music signal that can add harshness, compromise clarity and cause instruments and voices to sound less distinct. The upsampled audio signal is then fed through twin Wolfson 24-bit DACs, for clean, detailed, noise-free sound and outstanding stereo imaging with every source.
In addition to coaxial and Toslink optical digital audio inputs, the CXN is a network player designed to optimize music streaming and downloads. Connect to your amplifier using the RCA or balanced XLR audio outputs.The CXN's versatile back-panel connections give you several ways to use its outstanding audio processing and D-to-A conversion to enjoy incredible sound from all your digital audio sources. For starters, there's a digital audio input with your choice of optical or coaxial connections. A coaxial connection is compatible with many CD/DVD players, and it's ideal for a Sonos® Connect player. An optical input should work for your HDTV, Apple TV®, or game console. And you'll find two flavors of USB input: Type A for plugging in a thumb drive, and Type B for connecting to your computer.
Features:
stereo preamp/network player with built-in digital-to-analog converter (DAC)
digital inputs let you connect sources like a computer, disc player, media streamer, or TV and enjoy superior sound
connects to your home network via wired Ethernet or Wi-Fi® (802.11n) for music streaming and downloads
supports Spotify Connect and Apple AirPlay®
provides access to 20,000 Internet radio stations
plays PCM digital audio sources up to 24-bit/192kHz
twin Wolfson WM8740 24-bit digital-to-analog converters in dual differential mode for precise stereo imaging
Anagram Technologies Adapted Time Filtering 2 (ATF2) 24-bit/384kHz audio up-sampling with jitter reduction for resolving fine detail
asynchronous USB technology for reduced timing jitter and better sound
large toroidal power transformer for clean, stable power
all-metal construction to minimize vibration-induced distortion
4.3" color LCD displays track/artist info and album art
free downloadable apps for iOS® and Android™ let you use a compatible smartphone or tablet as a remote control
Connections:
Ethernet port for a fast, reliable wired network connection
stereo balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA preamp outputs for connecting an amplifier
Toslink optical digital audio (1 in, 1 out) — supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz
coaxial digital audio (1 in, 1 out) — supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz
USB input (Type B) for connecting a Mac or Windows® computer — supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz
3 USB inputs (Type A) for connecting a thumb drive, an optional Wi-Fi antenna, or the optional BT-100 Bluetooth receiver (1 front, 2 rear) — supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz
If connecting to a TV, please make sure you can select "PCM" output in its audio menu — this DAC cannot decode multichannel Dolby® Digital signals
Specifications:
16-15/16"W x 3-1/4"H x 14-7/16"D (5-1/2"H with antenna)
weight: 7.7 lbs.
