Cambridge Audio - CXN100 Network Player
Cambridge Audio - CXN100 Network Player
Cambridge Audio's CX-series network player, pairing the StreamMagic Gen 4 platform with an ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC, balanced XLR outputs and a high-resolution colour display.
The CXN100 combines comprehensive wireless and wired connectivity with precision-tuned circuitry to deliver high-fidelity streaming without complicated setup. Its ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC and carefully engineered signal path extract musical detail while preserving warmth and emotional connection, handling hi-res files up to 32-bit/768kHz PCM and DSD512. The StreamMagic Gen 4 platform provides fast, stable streaming, with over-the-air firmware updates ensuring long-term relevance.
Beyond streaming, the CXN100 works as a full digital hub: asynchronous USB Type-B, coaxial and optical inputs accept your other digital sources, while an app-activated preamp mode lets it drive a power amplifier directly. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue outputs suit any system, and Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, internet radio, AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in and Roon Ready cover multiroom and every major service.
Features
- StreamMagic Gen 4 streaming platform with over-the-air updates
- ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC
- Hi-res playback up to 32-bit/768kHz PCM and DSD512
- Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue outputs
- Preamp mode (activated via the StreamMagic app) with 7-band EQ
- Digital inputs: asynchronous USB Type-B, coaxial, optical and USB media
- Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer and internet radio
- AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in and Roon Ready multiroom
- High-resolution colour display with tactile volume control
- Asynchronous USB Type B input to 32-bit/768 kHz and DSD512
- Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD built in, no dongle needed
- No remote in the box — controlled from the StreamMagic app or a CX series handset
Specifications
- THD+N: Less than 0.0005% at 1 kHz and at 20 kHz, 0dBFS
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, plus or minus 0.1 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 120 dB
- Crosstalk: Less than -120 dB at 1 kHz
- DAC Chip: ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32
- Maximum Resolution: 32-bit/768kHz PCM (USB/UPnP), DSD512
- MQA: Supported, with green and blue front-panel indication for MQA and MQA Studio
- Digital Inputs: USB Type-B (Audio 2.0), S/PDIF coaxial (up to 192kHz), TOSLINK optical (up to 96kHz), USB media, Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX HD)
- Analogue Outputs: balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA
- Digital Outputs: S/PDIF coaxial, TOSLINK optical
- Headphone Output: None
- Bluetooth: Version 5.1, built in — SBC, AAC and aptX HD, no dongle required
- Network: 10/100 Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11ac dual-band
- Streaming: AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Deezer, Amazon Music, internet radio, UPnP and Roon Ready, controlled by the StreamMagic app
- File Formats: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, OGG Vorbis
- Remote Control: None supplied — the CXN100 responds to CX series remotes over IR and is controlled from the StreamMagic app
- Power: AC 100-240 V. US operation 120 V, 60 Hz
- Max Power Consumption: 30W (less than 0.5W eco mode)
- Standby Power: Less than 0.5 W in ECO standby; under 2 W in network standby
- Dimensions: 16.9" x 3.4" x 12.2" (430 x 85 x 305mm)
- Weight: 7.8 lbs (3.55kg)
- Included: Control bus cable, two Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antennas, US mains lead, quick start and safety guides