AVM AS 30.3 Streaming Integrated Amplifier, Cellini Chrome

The AVM AS 30.3 is a streaming integrated amplifier that combines network streamer, D/A converter, MM/MC phono stage, preamp and power amp in a single hand-built aluminium chassis.

This Cellini version has a hand-polished, chrome-plated front with matching knobs – visible luxury for anyone who's happy to show it off. Technically it's identical to Black and Silver; the difference is purely visual.

Why the AVM AS 30.3?

Because it replaces half a rack of gear without cutting corners anywhere. 2 × 125 watts into 4 Ω drive even demanding speakers, a selected ESS DAC (9038 Q2M) handles the digital side, and the AVM X-STREAM engine plays up to DSD256 and 384 kHz / 32-bit PCM. On top of that comes a full phono input, switchable between MM and MC – exactly what most compact all-in-ones leave out first.

It's built by hand in Malsch. The Cellini front is polished individually, the chassis stays screwless, and the dimmable OLED display only wakes up as your hand approaches. Choosing chrome means wanting to be seen – you're allowed to admit that.

What you hear

The AS 30.3 sounds tidy rather than forward: voices sit cleanly centred, the bass stays dry and goes deep enough that you won't miss a subwoofer with bookshelf speakers. It doesn't push artificially, staying composed even at higher levels – no surprise at 125 watts per channel.

On the source side, everything's there: Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, HighResAudio, AirPlay 2, Roon Ready, UPnP, internet radio and Bluetooth 5.0. Your TV connects via HDMI ARC, which also controls the volume. You don't need a subscription for any of this: web radio, files from a NAS or USB stick, and your record collection all work without one.

Who is the AVM AS 30.3 suited for – and who isn't it for?

For anyone who wants to shrink a full-fledged system down to a single unit without giving up vinyl. Straight talk: the AS 30.3 has no CD drive – its sister, the AVM CS 30.3, has a slot-in drive for that, or you can connect a CD player to the coaxial input. The Cellini Chrome front costs extra and adds nothing sonically; if you prefer something more understated, take Black or Silver and hear exactly the same thing.

Our verdict

The AS 30.3 is the most sensible way to reduce streamer, converter, phono stage and amplifier down to a single chassis – without the usual all-in-one compromise. In Cellini Chrome, it also becomes a piece of furniture. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we'll tell you honestly whether AS or CS, and whether Chrome or brushed, suits your shelf.

Technical data

• Type: streaming integrated amplifier with MM/MC phono, no CD drive
• Output power: 2 × 125 W (1% THD, 4 Ω, 2 channels)
• D/A converter: selected ESS 9038 Q2M, upsampling to 192 kHz / 24-bit
• Streaming engine: AVM X-STREAM engine, up to DSD256 and PCM 384 kHz / 32-bit
• File formats: WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, DSD, MP3, WMA, AAC, Ogg
• Services: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, HighResAudio, Roon Ready, UPnP, internet radio
• Phono input: 1× MM/MC switchable (MM 40 dB, MC 60 dB, RIAA equalisation < 0.2 dB)
• Analogue inputs: 2× line-level (RCA), switchable as home theatre pass-through
• Digital inputs: HDMI ARC, S/PDIF coaxial (192 kHz / 24-bit), S/PDIF optical (96 kHz / 24-bit), USB-A
• Outputs: pre-out (RCA), line-out (RCA, 47 Ω), 2× S/PDIF digital
• Output level: pre-out and digital outputs adjustable, plus a fixed line-out
• Headphone output: present, on the front (output impedance 80 Ω)
• Bluetooth: 5.0 LE (A2DP, AVRCP 1.5)
• Network: LAN 100 Mbit/s, Wi-Fi 2.4 / 5 GHz (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2 antennas)
• Multiroom: AVM RoomConneXion
• Control: RC X app (iOS/Android), dimmable OLED display with proximity sensor
• Chassis: Cellini with chrome-plated front, screwless
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 430 × 115 × 355 mm
• Weight: 6.9 kg
• Manufacturing: handmade at the AVM factory in Malsch (Germany)
• Warranty: 2 years, +2 years with online registration
• Scope of delivery: AVM AS 30.3, RC 3 full-aluminium remote control

Frequently asked questions

What does the Cellini Chrome finish mean?

Cellini Chrome is AVM's premium finish with a hand-polished, chrome-plated front instead of the brushed aluminium fascia. Technically the AS 30.3 is identical: same power, same connections, same streaming functions. The difference is purely visual, and in the extra cost for the more elaborate finish.

Does the AVM AS 30.3 have a CD drive?

No. The AS 30.3 is the streaming variant with no drive and a closed front. If you want to load CDs directly, its sister, the AVM CS 30.3 with a slot-in drive, is the right choice. Alternatively, connect a CD player to the coaxial or optical digital input.

Can I connect a turntable to the AVM AS 30.3?

Yes. The AS 30.3 has a full phono input that switches between MM and MC cartridges (40 or 60 dB gain respectively). So you don't need an external phono stage. It pairs especially well with AVM's Rotation turntables, but works with any good turntable.

Do I need a streaming subscription for the AS 30.3?

No, a subscription is purely optional. Internet radio, music files from a NAS or USB stick, TV sound via HDMI ARC and your vinyl records all work without any service. You can use Qobuz, TIDAL or Spotify, but you don't have to – the amplifier is just as enjoyable without them.

Why buy the AVM AS 30.3 in Cellini Chrome at HD Zürisee?

Because a chrome-plated front needs to suit your décor, and the technology behind it needs to suit your room. As an authorised AVM dealer in Wädenswil, we advise you on model, speakers and cabling; network setup and service are handled by our technician Mauri. Call us on 044 680 22 00 or message us on WhatsApp.

Goes well with

You'll find matching speakers under speakers and bookshelf speakers, a turntable for the phono input under turntables, clean signal comes from cables, and a mains filter takes care of clean power.