Cambridge Audio CXN V2 & Acoustic Energy AE1 ACTIVE (Black)

Superb sound quality ; Sophisticated design ; Wide range of wireless connectivity ; New features added via software updates

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Making the best even better, the CXN (V2) is the best streamer out there at this price point

Extremely versatile, on its own or integrated with other high-end components ; Supports every important music service, audio codec, and transport protocol ; New features added with regularity via firmware updates

Remote control isn’t as deluxe as the rest of the system ; Bluetooth and Wi-Fi features cost extra

I’m in love with Cambridge Audio’s superlative CXN (v2). This network music streamer is sleek, smart, flexible, powerful, well thought out, and will fit into a variety of audio ecosystems. If you’re a mixed audio marriage household juggling AirPlay,...