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Cambridge Audio Edge NQ Stereo preamplifier/network player with Bluetooth® and Apple AirPlay® - Clearance/ Open Box
Open box items that are rated a 10/10 after our 10-point inspection. The unit will have no cosmetic damage, the original manufacturer box and accessories, and a full manufacturer’s warranty. The box may show signs of wear and tear from shipping.
Impressively revealing – our most detailed pre-amplifier and network player.
StreamMagic – award-winning streaming built-in.
Hand-picked components – hours of listening to select only those that sound the best.
Ready for digital – built-in DAC with digital inputs including TV ARC and Bluetooth aptX HD.
Perfect partners - pair your Edge NQ with Edge W or Edge M to create your perfect system.
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, 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, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD, Internet Radio and UPnP Playback. Roon Ready certification enhances your browsing experience. 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, our 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. Our 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 our award-winning 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, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD and Internet radio means you can enjoy your music whatever the source. Roon Ready certification enhances your browsing experience.
Chromecast Built‑in
Thanks to Chromecast Built-in hundreds of music services, including Sirius XM & Soundcloud, can be enjoyed on the Edge NQ. 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.
Fixed Line-out Mode
If you wish to connect the Edge NQ to anintegrated amplifierrather than a power amplifier, the streaming functionality can be used independently of the preamplifier. The preamplifier can be disabled via the dedicated Edge app for iOS and Android.
Perfect Partners
Edge systems are designed to work in perfect synchronisation. Match the Edge NQ with our highest performing power amplifier,Edge W, to create a hi-fi system with a sound, and a look, unlike anything else.
Features & Specs
NUMBER OF CHANNELS
2
ANALOG IN
two unbalanced RCA inputs balanced XLR input
DIGITAL IN
two Toslink optical inputs support files up to 24-bit/96kHz coaxial input supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz HDMI ARC input for TV audio USB Type B (Audio Class 2.0) for connecting a Mac® or Windows® computer — supports PCM-based files up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD files up to 11.2 MHz USB Type A for connecting a thumb drive
ANALOG OUT
stereo balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA preamp outputs for connecting an amplifier
two Toslink optical inputs support files up to 24-bit/96kHz coaxial input supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz HDMI ARC input for TV audio USB Type B (Audio Class 2.0) for connecting a Mac® or Windows® computer — supports PCM-based files up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD files up to 11.2 MHz USB Type A for connecting a thumb drive
ANALOG OUT
stereo balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA preamp outputs for connecting an amplifier
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
less than 0.0008%
SIGNAL-to-NOISE RATIO
103 dB
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Product Description
Product Description
Edge NQ
Preamplifier with Network Player
Impressively revealing – our most detailed pre-amplifier and network player.
StreamMagic – award-winning streaming built-in.
Hand-picked components – hours of listening to select only those that sound the best.
Ready for digital – built-in DAC with digital inputs including TV ARC and Bluetooth aptX HD.
Perfect partners - pair your Edge NQ with Edge W or Edge M to create your perfect system.
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, 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, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD, Internet Radio and UPnP Playback. Roon Ready certification enhances your browsing experience. 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, our 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. Our 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 our award-winning 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, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD and Internet radio means you can enjoy your music whatever the source. Roon Ready certification enhances your browsing experience.
Chromecast Built‑in
Thanks to Chromecast Built-in hundreds of music services, including Sirius XM & Soundcloud, can be enjoyed on the Edge NQ. 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.
Fixed Line-out Mode
If you wish to connect the Edge NQ to anintegrated amplifierrather than a power amplifier, the streaming functionality can be used independently of the preamplifier. The preamplifier can be disabled via the dedicated Edge app for iOS and Android.
Perfect Partners
Edge systems are designed to work in perfect synchronisation. Match the Edge NQ with our highest performing power amplifier,Edge W, to create a hi-fi system with a sound, and a look, unlike anything else.
Features & Specs
Features & Specs
NUMBER OF CHANNELS
2
ANALOG IN
two unbalanced RCA inputs balanced XLR input
DIGITAL IN
two Toslink optical inputs support files up to 24-bit/96kHz coaxial input supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz HDMI ARC input for TV audio USB Type B (Audio Class 2.0) for connecting a Mac® or Windows® computer — supports PCM-based files up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD files up to 11.2 MHz USB Type A for connecting a thumb drive
ANALOG OUT
stereo balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA preamp outputs for connecting an amplifier
two Toslink optical inputs support files up to 24-bit/96kHz coaxial input supports files up to 24-bit/192kHz HDMI ARC input for TV audio USB Type B (Audio Class 2.0) for connecting a Mac® or Windows® computer — supports PCM-based files up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD files up to 11.2 MHz USB Type A for connecting a thumb drive
ANALOG OUT
stereo balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA preamp outputs for connecting an amplifier