CXN100
Network Player
$1,099.00
4.3
(29)
  • 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
  • Multiroom Capability - compatible with Google Home, Apple Airplay and Roon multiroom 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
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  • Rewarding Performance

    We shouldn’t have favourites but CXN100 is something else. Hi-fi specialists and our 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 it’s a network device, CXN100’s firmware can be upgraded remotely, via our StreamMagic app, to receive the latest services. 
     

    • Audiograde Best of 2024 Badge

      "Cambridge Audio’s CXN100 is the go-to network player if you seek reliable music streaming with a big-brand user experience. And who doesn’t want that?"

    • What HiFi 5 Star Logo

      "...the amply-featured and user-friendly CXN100 streamer remains the one to beat."

    • HiFi Pig 5-stars Award

      "CXN100 is a magical network server that would be welcome in anyone’s HiFi setup"

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      BEST MUSIC STREAMER 2024

      "Cambridge Audio didn’t have much to prove where high-performing music streamers are concerned - but with the CXN100 it’s improved on its own already sky-high standards and delivered a device that demands your attention"

      CXN100 Network Player's screen

      Forever Changes

      The first thing you’ll notice is the big hi-res colour screen – all the better for album artwork. We’ve changed the volume control too, to do one thing well with a reassuringly tactile response. Inside, we take things up a level with a new ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC and our Gen 4 StreamMagic module. Redesigned, expertly tuned, and simplified circuitry for a purer signal path, complete the picture.  

      Smartphone playing music through the CXN100

      Ready for the Revolution?

      The convenience of streamed music was once let-down by its quality. That’s no longer the case – thanks to better CODECS, broadband speeds and products like CXN100. It’s 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 our StreamMagic platform. 

      StreamMagic app screenshots

      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.  

      CXN100 internal circuit board

      The Whole Story

      CXN100’s circuitry has been totally re-designed to capitalise on the ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 Digital Analogue Converter’s 32-bit capabilities. We’ve been able to simplify the audio signal path and tune our 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. 
       

      CXN100's StreamMagic Gen4 Module

      StreamMagic

      If the DAC is the CXN100’s heart, then our StreamMagic Gen 4 module is its brain.  It runs our custom-made streaming platform and app, which we’ve perfected for well-over a decade. It’s responsible for the network player’s slick, seamless and stable listening experience from any digital source. CXN100’s firmware can also be upgraded over-the-air to receive updates and access to new services. 

      Young man enjoying the sound of a CX range stack, including the CXN100 Network Player

      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.  

      Remote control available here

      CX stack on an hi-fi rack, including the CXN100 Network Player, CXC and CXA81

      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 we can minimise our impact on the planet and maximise your listening pleasure. After all, great sound shouldn’t cost the Earth.

      CXN100 Network Player on an hi-fi rack next to a smartphone

      The Best Just Got Better

      DAC
      ESS ES9028Q2M
      2 x Wolfson WM8740 24-bit
      StreamMagic Version
      Gen4
      Gen3
      Bluetooth Integrated
      PCM Native Playback
      PCM up to 32-bit 768kHz
      PCM up to 24-bit 192kHz
      MQA
      DSD Playback
      DSD512
      DSD64
      Display Size
      110.4 x 49.5 mm
      95 x 44 mm
      Display Resolution
      1280 x 574
      475 x 219

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    • 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.
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    • Product Support & Downloads

    • CXN100 Reviews

      4.3

      4.3
      (29)

      21 Reviews

      The best affordable streamer

      I can’t recall using a better more capable responsive streamer

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      Response from Cambridge Audio

      Dear ValuedCustomerWe are delighted to know that you are enjoying the CXN-100 as we intended. We hope it adds a whole new dimension to your music experience.Kind Regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

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      Cambridge CXN100 Streamer

      The XCN100 is connected to my Roxsan Kandy lll system 18 years young, and sounds fantastic, I’m connected my Roksan CD player to the Digital input, the DAC enhanced my listening experience. I’ve connected my WiiM Pro to the Coax input which again has improved sound, as I have a large backlog of music and radio stations, which hopefully in time will transfer them. I can fully recommend this beautiful streamer cosmetically and Sound. Well done Cambridge.

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      Response from Cambridge Audio

      Dear Valued Customer

      Thank you for choosing Cambridge Audio and for sharing your wonderful experience with the CXN100.

      We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying the fantastic sound quality and enhanced listening experience it provides.The CXN100 is designed to deliver exceptional audio performance and we're thrilled to know that it has met your expectations.

      Connecting your Roksan CD player to the digital input and your WiiM Pro to the coax input are excellent ways to maximize the capabilities of the CXN100 and further improve your listening pleasure.We're glad to hear that you're considering transferring your music and radio stations to the CXN100.

      With its large backlog of music and radio stations you'll have a wide variety of content to enjoy.If you have any questions or need further assistance please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

      We're here to help and ensure that you continue to enjoy your audio setup to the fullest.Warm regardsCambridge Audio Customer support

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      Cxn100

      Incredible device. Sounds really fantastic and is able to play network media and USB files on the fly

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      Response from Cambridge Audio

      Dear Valued Customer

      Thank you for choosing Cambridge Audio and for sharing your experience with the CXN100.

      We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the fantastic sound quality and the convenience of playing your media on the fly.If you have any questions or need further assistance please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

      We're here to help and ensure that you continue to enjoy your audio setup to the fullest.

      Thank you for choosing Cambridge Audio.

      We appreciate your support and recommendation.Warm regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

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      Likely defective CXN 100

      Loose part rattling around in the CXN 100 case....went through setup (directly attached to a Bryston power amp via RCA cables) and found that the CXN 100 preamp was not putting out sufficient analog signal to drive the power amp properly. Likely a defective unit. A different network attached streamer worked perfectly with that setup. Returning it.

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      Response from Cambridge Audio

      Dear Valued Customer, We're sorry to hear about the issue you've encountered with your CXN 100.

      It is exceedingly rare for a customer to receive a product from us that doesn't meet the high standards we set for quality and performance.

      Your experience is the first of its kind reported for the CXN 100 and while it's highly unusual it is nonetheless disappointing.Please accept our sincerest apologies for any inconvenience this has caused.

      We want to assure you that the scenario you've described does not reflect the meticulous build quality of our products or the stringent quality assurance processes we have in place.

      We take great pride in the reliability and performance of our equipment and it's disheartening to learn when a customer's experience does not align with our commitment to excellence.In the unlikely event of a faulty product please get in touch with us directly through our customer support channel on our website so we can promptly arrange for a replacement unit to be sent.

      The process is straightforward and designed to minimize any disruption to your listening experience.

      Our goal is to ensure that you are fully satisfied with your Cambridge Audio experience and we are here to support you every step of the way.Once again we are very sorry that you've had this experience but we are confident that a brand-new replacement unit will perform flawlessly and meet your expectations for quality and performance.

      Thank you for your patience and understanding and we look forward to resolving this matter to your complete satisfaction.

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

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