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Cambridge Audio CXN100 SE Network Music Streamer
Reference network music streamer • ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC • HDMI eARC • preamp mode • hi-res colour screen • StreamMagic platform • AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Roon Ready, and Bluetooth 5.1
Network Music Streamer
Meet the CXN100 SE
The Cambridge Audio CXN100 SE Network Music Streamer is built for listeners who want true hi-fi streaming performance without sacrificing modern convenience. Combining Cambridge Audio’s StreamMagic platform with an upgraded ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC, HDMI eARC connectivity, and optional preamp mode, it brings high-resolution music playback, refined digital clarity, and flexible system integration into a single premium component.
ESS ES9028Q2M
HDMI eARC
Preamp Mode
AirPlay 2
Chromecast Built-in
Designed to sit at the heart of a serious digital system, it combines broad streaming support, intuitive control, and elegant industrial design with the sound quality expected from a dedicated hi-fi source component.
Highlights & Benefits
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Upgraded digital conversion — the ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC is engineered to extract greater depth, nuance, and precision from digital audio playback.
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Broad streaming support — access Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect with MQA, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, Internet Radio, Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth aptX HD, and Roon Ready functionality.
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TV integration done properly — HDMI eARC makes it easy to bring higher-quality two-channel sound to television audio without complicating the system.
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Preamp flexibility — activate preamp mode through the StreamMagic app to use the unit as a digital preamp in a streamlined separates system.
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Hi-res file support — flexible connectivity supports playback up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256 through supported inputs and streaming paths.
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Elegant control experience — the Cambridge Audio CXN100 SE Network Music Streamer combines a large high-resolution colour screen, tactile volume dial, and robust app control for a polished daily-use experience.
Technology & Design
StreamMagic streaming platform — Cambridge Audio’s long-developed platform provides fast access to major music services, internet radio, and multiroom playback while keeping operation stable and intuitive.
Premium DAC stage — the ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 converter is a major part of the unit’s appeal, giving digital music the warmth, detail, and clarity expected from a dedicated high-end streamer.
System-friendly connectivity — HDMI eARC, balanced XLR and RCA analogue connections, digital outputs, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.1, USB audio, USB drive playback, and coaxial / optical inputs make this a versatile centerpiece for both classic hi-fi and modern entertainment setups.
In a carefully matched system, the Cambridge Audio CXN100 SE Network Music Streamer brings together limitless music access, refined digital performance, and the kind of integration flexibility that can simplify an otherwise complex setup.
FAQ — CXN100 SE
Does it support HDMI eARC?
Yes. HDMI eARC is included, making it easy to improve TV sound through a serious stereo system.
Can it be used as a preamp?
Yes. Preamp mode can be activated through the StreamMagic app, allowing it to function as a high-quality digital preamp.
What streaming platforms does it support?
It supports Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect with MQA, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, Internet Radio, Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth, and Roon Ready integration.
Does it support multiroom audio?
Yes. It is compatible with Google Home, Apple AirPlay, and Roon multiroom systems for synchronised playback across the home.
What file resolution can it handle?
Supported playback includes hi-res PCM and DSD, with compatibility up to 32-bit / 768kHz and DSD512 through certain input and playback paths.
Why Buy From Us
- Expert guidance on pairing a premium network streamer with the right amplifier, DAC, or powered system
- Help integrating streaming audio, TV sound, and multiroom playback into one elegant setup
- Support from a specialty audio retailer focused on real-world system synergy and long-term satisfaction
- Trusted advice for deciding whether a dedicated streamer belongs in your next serious two-channel system
