Cambridge Audio EDGE NQ
"State-of-the-art" Netzwork Player and Preamplifier
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Music With Edge
In the build-up to the Cambridge Audio 50th anniversary, they asked their engineers a simple question – what would they make if anything was possible?
Forget cost. Forget limitations. Create a system that delivers previously undiscovered layers of detail, is highly transparent, offering superlative sound-staging. A product true to Cambridge Audio’s foundations of creative innovation and entrepreneurial ambition. Over 3 years in the making, utilising a team of 9 engineers, the result is Edge.
EDGE NQ
Impressively revealing.
With a revolutionary preamp circuit-board that reduces interference and an incredibly clean signal path, Edge NQ plays your favourite music with astonishing depth. Stream, cast, plug-in and play to enjoy every note in perfect clarity.
All the sources.
Edge NQ lets you enjoy music from any source. As well as digital coaxial, HDMI, USB and S/PDIF connections, there’s also Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD and Internet Radio. Wherever songs are played from, Edge NQ stays true to the character of every instrument and uncovers a musicality you’ve never heard before.
Astonishing digital detail.
With a wealth of connections including digital coaxial, ARC (Audio Return Channel), USB and S/PDIF, the engineers have ensured that all of your digital content can be enjoyed, at up to 32bit/384kHz and DSD 256. Edge NQ offers an incredibly revealing sound that has detailed tone, rhythmic drive and taut bass.
Sonic balance.
Edge NQ was designed with a unique PCB. The engineers replaced conventional capacitors with a DC coupled topology and also added a solid state volume control. The end result is a clean signal path that’s perfectly balanced at any volume.
Award-winning streaming software.
Edge NQ boasts the very latest version of the award-winning Cambridge Audio streaming module. Designed in-house, right here in the UK, it features a new, faster chipset and support for both 24bit/192kHz and DSD128 files. The addition of Spotify Connect, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD and Internet radio means you can enjoy your music whatever the source.
Chromecast built-in.
Edge NQ has Chromecast built-in. Just tap the cast button in your favourite app to stream music from your smartphone, tablet or laptop in stunning high definition sound, up to 24bit/96kHz.
Perfect partners.
Edge systems are designed to work in perfect synchronisation. Match the Edge NQ with the high performing power amplifier Edge W, to create a hi-fi system with a sound, and a look, unlike anything else.
Cambridge Audio Edge NQ |
D/A CONVERTER THD <0.0008%, 20Hz - 20kHz, 24-bit, 1Vrms output |
THD ANALOG SOURCES <0.0008%, 20Hz – 20kHz, 1Vrms output |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.1dB |
S/N RATIO (REF 1V OUTPUT) >103 dB |
CROSSTALK @ 1KHZ < -100dB |
MAX PREAMP OUTPUT 6Vrms single ended or 6Vrms + 6Vrms balanced |
USB AUDIO INPUT USB Audio Class 2.0 supporting up to 32-bit 384kHz PCM, or up to DSD256 |
USB DRIVE INPUT 1 x USB 2.0 current limited to 1A, FAT32 / NTFS / HFS / HFS+ |
BLUETOOTH 4.1 (Smart/BLE enabled) A2DP/AVRCP supporting SBC, AAC, aptX and aptX HD |
TOSLINK INPUT 16/24-bit 32-96kHz |
COAX S/PDIF INPUT 16/24-bit 32-192kHz |
WI-FI IEEE 802.11 b/g or n (2.4GHz), Encryption WEP, WPA, WPA2 |
ETHERNET IEEE 802.3, 10 Base-T or 100 Base-T |
MAX POWER CONSUMPTION 100W |
STANDBY POWER CONSUMPTION <0.5W |
DIMENSIONS 120 x 460 x 405mm (4.7 x 18.1 x 15.9”) |
WEIGHT 10.2kg (22.4lbs) |
CHROMECAST BUILT-IN Hi-res wireless connectivity that’s compatible with hundreds of Android and iOS apps. Chromecast built-in is a trademark of Google LLC. |
IN THE BOX Edge NQ Pre-amplifier and Network Player; 1.5M Power Lead; Edge Remote Control; 3 x AAA Batteries; Bluetooth Antenna; Wi-Fi Dongle; Edge Link Cable; Edge NQ User Manual |