Network Bridge vs Naim Audio NDX 2
The NDX 2's bit depth is 32-bit against the Network Bridge's 24-bit and its weight 10 kg (22 lbs) against 4.6 kg (10 lbs). Both share max sample rate (384 kHz) and dsd support (DSD128).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,835
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About the Network Bridge
The dCS Network Bridge is a premium digital audio transport designed to stream high-resolution music from network storage, USB drives, and services like TIDAL, Qobuz, Deezer, and Spotify directly to any DAC. Featuring a single powerful FPGA for bit-perfect playback, it supports all major lossless codecs, UPnP, AirPlay, and Roon. It employs dCS 'auto clocking' to minimize jitter, with multi-stage power regulation isolating sensitive clock circuitry. Available in silver or black with aerospace-grade machined aluminum chassis. Now listed as a legacy/discontinued product by dCS, but remains supported.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD128
- MQA Support
- Yes
- DAC Chip
- FPGA-based platform
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- Ethernet RJ45, USB 2.0
- Digital Outputs
- AES/EBU, S/PDIF RCA, SDIF-2, Wordclock
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- v1
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- Yes
- Spotify Connect
- Yes
- TIDAL Connect
- Yes
- Other Services
- TIDAL, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 360 × 67 × 245 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 4.6 kg (10 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Silver, Black
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions