HiFi Set AVM AS 30.3 + Audition CB 2.3, Black

The AVM AS 30.3 + Audition CB 2.3 HiFi set is a complete stereo system made up of the AVM AS 30.3 streaming integrated amplifier and a pair of AVM Audition CB 2.3 bookshelf speakers – both components in Black.

Unbox, set up, connect: the amplifier and speakers come from the same house in Malsch and are matched to each other. All you need is a pair of speaker cables and your music – streamed, from a turntable, or via your TV.

Why buy it as a set?

Because hunting down matching components is the real work. Here, power, impedance and tuning already fit together from the factory: 2 × 125 watts into 4 Ω meet a speaker with 4 Ω nominal impedance and 140 watts of power handling – no datasheet Tetris, no fine-tuning needed. One slim unit plus two compact speakers add up to a full-fledged system without a tower of components.

What's in the set?

The AVM AS 30.3 streaming integrated amplifier in Black is a hand-built all-in-one with 2 × 125 watts, a selected ESS DAC (9038 Q2M) and the AVM X-STREAM engine – complete with AirPlay 2, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz (our Hi-Fi partner since 2018), HighResAudio, internet radio, Bluetooth 5.0 and HDMI ARC for your TV. Importantly, it has a full phono input, switchable between MM and MC – so a turntable can be connected directly. It has no CD drive; that's reserved for its sister model, the AVM CS 30.3.

Alongside it comes a pair of AVM Audition CB 2.3 bookshelf speakers in Black: compact 2-way bass-reflex speakers with a 160 mm sandwich woofer and fabric dome tweeter, crossover frequency 1850 Hz, 37 Hz to 50 kHz frequency range. The cabinet is made from ultra-high-density fibre material, and a height-adjustable third foot tilts the speaker towards the listening position.

Who is this set suited for – and who isn't it for?

Ideal for anyone who wants a complete, high-quality system for small to medium-sized living rooms without having to worry about matching components. Straight talk: the AS 30.3 has no CD drive – if you want to load CDs, get the set with the AVM CS 30.3 instead. If you're filling a very large room, think about floorstanding speakers instead of the compact CB 2.3. And if you already own an amplifier or speakers, you're better off with the individual components.

Our verdict

This set is the short answer to a long question: a full-fledged streaming system with phono, in two boxes, set up in half an hour. Handcrafted in Germany, with no component guesswork. We're happy to work out together which placement works best in your room at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil – by phone, email or WhatsApp.

Technical data

• Amplifier: AVM AS 30.3, streaming integrated amplifier with MM/MC phono, no CD drive
• Output power: 2 × 125 W (1% THD, 4 Ω)
• D/A converter: selected ESS 9038 Q2M, upsampling to 192 kHz / 24-bit
• Streaming: AVM X-STREAM engine, up to DSD256 and PCM 384 kHz / 32-bit
• 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)
• Other inputs: 2× line-level (RCA), HDMI ARC, S/PDIF coaxial and optical, USB-A, Bluetooth 5.0 LE
• Outputs: pre-out, line-out, 2× S/PDIF digital, headphone jack on the front (80 Ω)
• Network and multiroom: LAN 100 Mbit/s, Wi-Fi 2.4 / 5 GHz, AVM RoomConneXion
• Amplifier dimensions (W × H × D): 430 × 115 × 355 mm, 6.9 kg
• Speakers: AVM Audition CB 2.3, pair, 2-way bass-reflex bookshelf speaker
• Drivers: 160 mm sandwich woofer, fabric dome tweeter, crossover frequency 1850 Hz
• Frequency range: 37 Hz – 50 kHz
• Sensitivity: 88 dB (2.83 V / 1 m)
• Impedance: 4 Ω nominal, minimum 3.6 Ω at 240 Hz
• Power handling and max. SPL: 140 W, max. 102 dB
• Speaker connection: bi-wiring capable
• Speaker dimensions (W × H × D): cabinet 170 × 285 × 220 mm, front baffle 220 × 330 mm, 4.5 kg each
• Finish: amplifier brushed black aluminium, speakers gloss black with aluminium front baffle
• 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, a pair of AVM Audition CB 2.3 with magnetic front covers

Frequently asked questions

What's included in the AVM AS 30.3 + Audition CB 2.3 HiFi set?

The AVM AS 30.3 streaming integrated amplifier with RC-3 remote control and a pair of AVM Audition CB 2.3 bookshelf speakers. That's a complete stereo system – all that's missing is speaker cable and your music source. Both components come from the same manufacturer and are matched to each other.

Does this set have a phono input for a turntable?

Yes. The AS 30.3 has a full phono input, switchable between MM and MC. You don't need an external phono stage – a turntable connects directly to the unit. If you also want to play CDs, get the set with the AVM CS 30.3 and its slot-in drive instead.

Is this set enough for my living room?

For small to medium-sized rooms, yes. The CB 2.3 dig surprisingly deep for their size, and 2 × 125 watts leaves plenty of headroom. From around 35 square metres, or with open-plan layouts, it's worth talking about larger speakers – we're happy to advise you on that.

Do I need a streaming subscription for this set?

No, a subscription is purely optional. Internet radio, files from a NAS or USB stick, TV sound via HDMI ARC and your vinyl records all work without any service. You can add Qobuz, TIDAL or Spotify if you like – they're not needed for full functionality.

Why buy the AVM AS 30.3 set at HD Zürisee?

Because a complete system should suit your room and your listening habits – and we advise based on practical experience, not brochures. As an authorised AVM dealer in Wädenswil, we set up streaming and network, sort out the warranty, and have our own technician, Mauri, in-house.

Goes well with

The connection between amplifier and speakers is provided by a speaker cable, you'll find the right base under speaker stands and HiFi furniture, a turntable for the phono input under turntables, and clean power comes from a mains filter.