AVM CS 2.3 Streaming CD Receiver with Bluetooth

AVM CS 2.3

AVM X-STREAM Engine® CD receiver with Bluetooth

• 2x 150 watts at 4 O
• Quad DAC with up to 384/32 and DSD 256 via USB
• prepared for Spotify, TIDAL, QOBUZ, HIGHRESAUDIO
• Roon, Multiroom, Apple Airplay 2
• Coaxial and optical digital inputs
• Signal sensitive inputs (digital & analogue), ARC HDMI
• prepared for RC X App (iOS & Android)

The new generation of compact streaming CD receivers

With the CS 2.3, AVM continues its tradition of compact all-in-one devices and takes them to a new level of performance. Based on the proprietary AVM X-Stream Engine®, the system combines state-of-the-art streaming technology with innovative features and a completely redesigned control system via the RCX app.

The new streaming platform supports all high-resolution formats – including DSD (128) – and, thanks to its pure software architecture, is future-proof and expandable via online updates. In addition to an HDMI (ARC) interface, modern Bluetooth, versatile digital inputs, and a USB-A port, the CS 2.3 also features a powerful phono preamplifier for MM and MC cartridges. New additions include digital outputs with volume control.

The CS 2.3 also represents a significant advance in sound over its predecessor, the CS 2.2. The newly developed amplifier stages are modeled on the larger CS 8.3 and deliver 140 watts of continuous power per channel—powerful enough for any speaker combination. The latest ESS D/A converter (9038 Q2M) is used for digital signal processing, reproducing all high-resolution formats with precision and rich detail.

The CS 2.3 is available in aluminum silver or black, and is also available as an elegant CELLINI version with a chrome-plated front. Like all AVM Inspiration devices, it is handcrafted in Malsch, Germany. Close collaboration with regional suppliers and rigorous quality controls at all stages of production – supplemented by a break-in period lasting several days – guarantee the highest reliability. The CS 2.3 comes with a 2-year warranty, which can be extended to 4 years with online registration.

At a glance

• AVM X-STREAM Engine® for HiRes streaming including DSD, controllable via the RC X app
• Ready for Spotify Connect, Qobuz, Tidal, Webradio (expandable)
• 1 high-performance phono input , switchable between MM & MC (impedance matching via supplied adapter plugs)
• 2 high-level inputs (switchable as home theater throughput)
• Bluetooth 4.2, AirPlay 2, Roon Ready , prepared for AVM Multiroom function
• HDMI (ARC) input , 2 digital inputs (SPDIF, optical) with selected DAC
• USB-A port for external hard drives (NTFS & FAT)
• 2 digital outputs (SPDIF, optical), volume adjustable
• Headphone output on the front
• CD drive with slot-in (Red Book)
• Signal processing with upsampling to 192 kHz / 24 bit
• Tone control and parametric loudness with bypass function (also via RC X app)
• Dimmable graphic display with touchpoint detection and proximity sensor
• Extensive menu functions (adjustable input sensitivity, individual input naming and much more)
• Minimal standby consumption
• Compact design: 34 cm width, 32 cm depth, 10 cm height
• Housing variants: aluminum silver or black brushed or as CELLINI version with chrome front (surcharge)

Technical data

CD drive
TEAC Pure CD drive

Analog inputs
2 x RCA

Analog outputs
1 x Line/Fix Out RCA, 1 x Pre/Var Out RCA

Digital inputs
1 x S/PDIF Coax, 1 x S/PDIF Optical, 1 x USB A (Stick/HDD)

Digital outputs
1 x S/PDIF Coax, 1 x S/PDIF Optical

Bluetooth
HiFi Bluetooth (4.2 standard)

Phono input
1 x MM / MC RCA

Music Streaming
AirPlay 2, Roon Ready*, Spotify Connect, HIGHRESAUDIO / QOBUZ / TIDAL (HiRes quality), UPnP

radio
Web radio via Airable Internet Radio Station Database (automatic updates)

network
Ethernet hot pluggable (100Mbps), Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) 2.4/5GHz, WPS

Sound control
Balance, bass, treble, scalable loudness

Output power
2 x 140 W [4O]

Headphone output
3.5 mm

Speaker outputs
1 pair

Supplied remote control
RC X App for iOS & Android

Optional remote controls
RC 9 RF/IR remote control with color display (programmable)

finish
Aluminum Red LaRouge incl. Cadenza Red, Aluminum Silver, Aluminum Black, Cellini Chrome

Product line
INSPIRATION