Cambridge Audio introduces the Minx Xi, a flexible
streaming digital music system that promises to play it all...
Multi-format music systems are on the rise, and the new Minx
Xi launched by London-based home entertainment specialist, Cambridge Audio, is
a new streaming digital music system with the flexibility to connect to a
multitude of music devices. The Minx Xi has a built-in Class AB amplifier that
claims to deliver a power output of 40W RMS into 8 ohms and 55W RMS into 4 ohms
– which should be more than sufficient to drive a decent choice of add-on
loudspeakers. System control is via the supplied remote or the free Stream
Magic app – available for both iOS and Android devices.
Bluetooth wireless connectivity will be top of the list for
music fans wanting to stream content from a smartphone, tablet or computer and
the Minx Xi claims support for both A2DP and aptX-compatible devices, offering
the highest possible sound quality the short-range wireless connection format
can provide.
Cambridge Audio
Minx Xi Digital Music Player
Cambridge Audio has also thought to keep audiophiles happy
with a Wolfson 24-bit/96kHz DAC onboard and wireless access to music stored on
a UPnP NAS drive, PC or Mac and support for hi-res WAV and FLAC file formats up
to 24/96 hi-res as well as Apple Lossless, MP3, AAC, OGG Vorbis and 88.2kHz
music files, the maker claims. There’s also an Ethernet port for those who
prefer wired network streaming hookup.
There’s also an
Ethernet port for those who prefer wired network streaming hookup.
Internet radio stations can be accessed plus there’s
built-in support for streaming services that include BBC iPlayer Radio, Pandora
and Rhapsody, the makers says. As well as its wireless and Ethernet
connectivity, the Minx Xi handles traditional analogue sources via two RCA
inputs at the back as well as a front panel-mounted 3.5mm jack designated for
MP3 sources. Toslink optical and S/PDIF coaxial inputs are on hand for digital
source inputs, and there are two device-charging USBs (one on the front).
There’s a 3.5mm headphone socket on the front panel, and the subwoofer input
turns the Minx Xi into a compact and stylish 2.1 system, Cambridge Audio says.
Built in a rigid casework in either high gloss black or
white finishes, the Cambridge Audio Minx Xi is available now through Richer
Sounds stores nationwide.
Cambridge Audio
Minx Xi is available now through Richer Sounds stores nationwide
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Specs
and price
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Price: $964
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Digital to Analogue Converter: Dual Wolfson WM8728
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Power output: 40 watts RMS (into 8 ohms); 47 watts RMS (into 6
ohms); 55 watts RMS (into 4 ohms)
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Connectivity: Network music playback (Wi-Fi & Ethernet), 16-24-bit
32-96kHz; 2 x local USB media inputs, 16-24-bit 32-96kHz; Toslink input,
16-24-bit 32-96kHz; S/PDIF input, 16-24-bit 32-96kHz; BT100 Bluetooth
receiver: A2DP plus aptX; 2 x RCA analogue inputs; 3.5mm analogue input; Headphone
output; Speaker outputs, 2 x 40W RMS; Subwoofer output
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Digital audio formats: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, WMA, MP3, AAC, HE
AAC, AAC+, OGG
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Standby power consumption: <0.5W
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Max. Power Consumption: 300W
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Mains Inlet Voltage: 100-120V AC or 220-240V AC
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Dimensions (H x W x D): 90 x 270 x 285mm (3.5 x
10.6 x 11.2”)
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Weight: 5.8kg (12.8lbs)
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