CXN (V2) vs Bluesound NODE
The NODE's signal-to-noise is 118 dB against the CXN (V2)'s 112 dB and its dsd support DSD256 against DSD64. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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About the CXN (V2)
The Cambridge Audio CXN (V2) is a versatile network player and DAC designed for high-resolution audio streaming. It supports a wide range of services including UPnP, AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz, and internet radio. Key features include dual Wolfson WM8740 24-bit DACs, second-generation ATF2 upsampling to 24-bit/384kHz, and a two-pole dual differential Bessel analog filter for refined sound quality. It offers balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analog outputs, along with digital outputs. Connectivity includes Ethernet, Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz), USB Type B (Audio 1.0/2.0), S/PDIF coaxial, TOSLINK optical, and optional Bluetooth aptX via BT100 dongle. Audio formats supported: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD x64, WMA, MP3, AAC, HE-AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis. High-res support up to 24-bit/192kHz and DSD64. The product has been discontinued by Cambridge Audio, with newer models like CXN100 and EVO series replacing it, though limited stock and used units remain available.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD64
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Dual Wolfson WM8740
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 112 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- aptX
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- USB Type B, S/PDIF Coaxial, TOSLINK Optical, Ethernet
- Analog Inputs
- Balanced XLR, Unbalanced RCA
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- v2
- Chromecast
- Yes
- Roon Ready
- Yes
- Spotify Connect
- Yes
- TIDAL Connect
- Yes
- Other Services
- Qobuz, UPnP, Internet radio
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 430 × 85 × 305 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 3.5 kg (8 lbs)
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