Have you noticed that an increasing number of high-end audio products seem to be getting a paint job? Cambridge Audio is not alone in that and we understand that consumer demand has been driving it as younger music listeners want to go back in black.
Following that trend, as well as the success of its CX Series Black Edition product line, Cambridge Audio has decided to debut new Black Editions of its MXN10 Network streamer and DacMagic 200M DAC at the 2023 Shanghai International Top Audio-Visual Show being held from October 13 – October 15, 2023.
From Stuart George, Cambridge Audio CEO: “The black-on-black style is a perfect match for the timeless minimalist design of MXN10 and DacMagic 200M. We had overwhelming demand for the CX Series Black Edition, and I’m delighted to introduce more to the Cambridge family.”
MXN10
The MXN10 is a network audio streamer that includes the Cambridge Audio StreamMagic streaming platform. The platform provides access to a large selection of music services, internet radio, and more.
- DAC: ESS Sabre ES9033Q
- Frequency Response: 20Hz – 70kHz +0/-1dB
- Bluetooth: ver 5.0, A2DP/AVRCP supporting SBC and AAC
- Compatibility: UPnP, Local USB media, Internet Radio, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Qobuz, Airplay 2, Roon Ready
- Inputs: Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, USB socket (mass storage),
- Outputs: Line out (unbalanced), Digital out (Coax and Optical)
- Audio Format Support: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis
- Hi-Res Audio: Up to 768KHz 32bit PCM, up to DSD512
- Dimensions (HWD): 52 x 215 x 191mm (2.1 x x 8.5 x 7.5 -inches)
- Weight: 1.2kg (2 lbs 10oz)
To dig deeper into the MXN10, read our previous reports:
DacMagic 200M
Introduced in 2021, the DacMagic 200M remains an integral part of the Cambridge Audio product line. This component combines a headphone amplifier with a high-performance digital-to-analog converter with native MQA and DSD Support.
- DAC: Dual ESS Sabre DACs
- Digital Filters (3 x Pre-set): Fast, Slow, Short Delay (Selectable)
- Bluetooth Support: ver 5.0, aptX, AAC, SBC
- Digital Inputs: 1 x optical, 1 x coaxial, 1 x USB Type-B
- Analog Ouputs: 1 x Balanced, 1 x Unbalanced Analog Outputs
- Headphone Output: 6.3mm (1/4-inch)
- Max Audio Resolution Compatibility: 12-bit/96kHz (optical); 24-bit/192kHz (coaxial); 32-bit/768kHz, DSD512 (USB)
- Dimensions (HWD): 52 x 215 x 191mm (2.1 x x 8.5 x 7.5 -inches)
- Weight: 1.2kg (2 lbs 10oz)
To dig deeper into the DacMagic 200M, read our previous report and DacMagic 200M review.
Pricing and Availability
The Black Editions of the MXN10 and DacMagic 200M will be the same price as their original Lunar Grey editions which will remain an option.
- MXN10: $499 at Amazon / £449 UK
- DacMagic 200M: $549 at Amazon / £549 UK
Tip: All products are available now at cambridgeaudio.com and selected retailers.
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