Cambridge Audio Edge NQ
Edge series preamplifier with great network features.
The Cambridge Audio Edge NQ preamplifier is an incredibly stylish device. Thanks to the revolutionary circuit board system, distortion is significantly lower and the signal path is incredibly clean. The power pack with great network features can play your soul music from any source. All modern connections can be found in this device. Whether your source is a mobile phone or even an online hard drive, the EdgeNQ plays every note with incredible clarity and precision.
Edge NQ has digital connections coaxial, HDMI, USB and S/PDIF options, not forgetting the audio return channel, i.e. ARC. Music played from every digital source is supported up to 32bit/384kHz and DSD 256. Thanks to the first-class circuitry and support, Bluetooth aptX HD can play files up to 24bit/192kHz and DSD 128. The built-in Chromecast plays music up to 24bit/92kHz, whether you're using a tablet, computer or mobile phone. With a magnificent 5" screen, you can browse the album covers of your favorite artists. The incredibly extensive streaming functions guarantee playback from any source. This flagship series is made to honor CambridgeAudio's 50 years of hi-fi equipment.
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Edge NQ
Technical information:
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WiFi: IEEE 802.11 b/g or n (2.4 GHz), Encryption WEP, WPA, WPA2
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AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Chromecast built-in, Ethernet,
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Bluetooth: 4.1 (Smart/BLE enabled) A2DP/AVRCP supporting SBC, AAC, aptX and aptX HD
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Inputs: 1 x USB 2.0 current limited to 1A, FAT32 / NTFS / HFS / HFS+ Coax S/PDIF: 16/24-bit 32 - 192 kHz
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D/A converter
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Remote control
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Standby power consumption: <0.5 W
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Dimensions: 120 x 460 x 405 mm (with antenna: 214 x 123.6 x 245.9 mm)
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Weight: 10.2 kg