Effortless streaming, unlimited choice

Stream via Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect with MQA, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer, Internet Radio, Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast Built-in, Bluetooth aptX HD, and more. Roon Ready certification consolidates your library in one seamless interface.

True digital clarity

The ESS ES9028Q2M SABRE32 DAC extracts extraordinary detail, warmth, and nuance, reproducing your digital music with unrivaled precision and depth—ensuring that nothing is lost between you and the original recording.

TV sound, upgraded

HDMI eARC connection brings CXN100 SE into the heart of your home entertainment setup – enhancing TV audio with high-resolution clarity and effortless integration with your music streaming.

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New limited-edition look. Same CX sound.

CX Black Edition delivers a limited edition look complete with matt black anodised aluminium fascia, finished with subtle gloss black detailing. Understated, precise, and built around the same sound you know and love.

Timeless design, future-proof performance

With elegant, minimalistic lines, crafted from aluminium and steel, CXN100 SE is built to last—both physically and technologically. Over-the-air updates keep it at the cutting edge, ensuring it evolves with your music for years to come. After all, great sound shouldn’t cost the Earth.

Multi-Room, Your Way

Let the music flow seamlessly from room to room by syncing multiple Cambridge Audio streaming devices around your home.

Built-in Google Cast, Apple AirPlay 2 and ROON compatibility gives enormous flexibility to build the perfect multi-room system.

DAC

ESS ES9028Q2M

USB Audio Input

USB Type B conforms to USB Audio 2.0

Digital Audio Inputs

HDMI eARC, USB Drive, Bluetooth (5.1), S/PDIF Coaxial, TOSLINK Optical

Anaogue Audio Inputs

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.

Audio Formats

ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis

Ethernet

10/100Mbit

Wi-fi

IEEE 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz)

Max Power Consumption

30W

Standby Power Consumption

<0.5W (eco), <2W (network standby)

Dimensions

430 x 85 x 305mm (16.9 x 3.4 x 12.2")

Weight

3.55Kg (7.83lbs)

What's in the box?

CXN100 SE, mains lead, control bus cable, antenna x2, quick start guide, safety sheet, registration card