{"product_id":"avm-evolution-cs-5-3-streaming-vollverstaerker-mit-cd-silber","title":"AVM Evolution CS 5.3 Streaming Integrated Amplifier with CD, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AVM Evolution CS 5.3 is a streaming integrated amplifier with a built-in CD drive and tube preamp, combining network streaming, ESS conversion, a calibratable MM\/MC phono input and 2 × 350 watts of power amplifier output in a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's the tube-equipped counterpart to the Evolution CS 3.3 – here in the silver brushed-aluminum housing. Same power, same connections, same streaming; the difference lies in the Tube Line Stage, which gives the sound a warmer, more organic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the AVM Evolution CS 5.3?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CS 5.3 is for anyone who wants the full feature set of the CS 3.3, plus the unmistakable character of a tube preamp. 2 × 350 watts at 4 Ω (2 × 180 watts at 8 Ω) drive even large floorstanding speakers with ease, and via outputs A and B you can even run two pairs. The tube line stage adds warmth and smoothness to the signal without losing resolution – measured, the preamp's distortion sits below 0.025% instead of below 0.001% as on its transistor sibling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe digital section is built around a selected ESS9028PRO in a double-quad configuration with four converters per channel; the X-STREAM Engine streams high-resolution audio up to DSD256 and PCM 384 kHz\/32-bit. The phono stage is calibratable, just as on the CS 3.3, and the tube's illumination can be set to blue or red from the menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, HighResAudio and Roon work directly, with AirPlay 2 and internet radio built in – no subscription required. On top of that: a balanced XLR input and three RCA inputs, HDMI ARC for your TV, coaxial and optical digital inputs, a slot-in CD drive, USB-A for storage media, Bluetooth 5.0 and a headphone output on the front. It's controlled via the free RC X app; a wireless remote (RC 3 \/ RC 8 or RC 9 \/ RC 10) is available as an accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Evolution CS 5.3 right for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLet's be honest: the CS 5.3 is for listeners who consciously seek the warmer, slightly rounder tube sound and are happy to spend a bit more for it. If you prefer an absolutely neutral sound, the more affordable Evolution CS 3.3 serves you just as well – you gain no extra power with the 5.3, both models are equally strong. And for small rooms, the compact Inspiration CS 2.3 remains the leaner choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilver, tube, CD slot: the CS 5.3 is the understated version with the warmest sound in the line-up. If you listen a lot and for long stretches, like switching between streaming, CD and vinyl, and don't want a cable jungle on your shelf, this gives you a complete system with real character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streaming integrated amplifier with slot-in CD drive (all-in-one)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 350 W (4 Ω) \/ 2 × 180 W (8 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube (Tube Line Stage), illumination selectable blue or red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.025%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp signal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 100 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD\/A converter:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9028PRO double-quad (4 converters per channel), up to DSD256 \/ PCM 384 kHz \/ 32-bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCD drive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slot-in, CD-Audio and CD-R (Red Book)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming (AVM X-STREAM Engine):\u003c\/strong\u003e AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, HighResAudio, Roon Ready, internet radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, DSD, MP3, AAC, WMA, Ogg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\/MC switchable, load resistance and capacitance adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 × RCA (line level), 1 × balanced XLR, 1 × phono (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e HDMI (ARC), 1 × S\/PDIF coaxial, 1 × optical, USB-A for storage media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e speakers A \u0026amp; B (two pairs), pre-out RCA and XLR (variable), line-out, 1 × coaxial and 1 × optical digital, 2 × trigger out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e on the front, output impedance 24 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e LAN 100 Mbit\/s, Wi-Fi 2.4 \/ 5 GHz (802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e RC X app (iOS\/Android); wireless remote RC 3 \/ RC 8 or RC 9 \/ RC 10 optionally available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis:\u003c\/strong\u003e brushed aluminum, silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 430 × 122 × 350 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e standby \u0026lt; 0.5 W, max. 1000 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years, 4 years after online registration with the manufacturer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e unit, 2 Wi-Fi\/Bluetooth antennas, power cable, gloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the CS 5.3's tube preamp bring to the table?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tube Line Stage gives the sound a warmer, slightly rounder and more organic character – many find it more pleasant during long listening sessions. The CS 5.3 loses nothing in resolution or detail; the preamp's distortion is rated by the manufacturer at below 0.025%.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the CS 5.3 and the CS 3.3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly the preamp. Power (2 × 350 watts at 4 Ω), converter, connections, CD drive and streaming are identical on both – so the CS 5.3 isn't more powerful, it's tuned differently: tube instead of transistor, warmer instead of strictly neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs a remote control included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The box contains the unit, two Wi-Fi\/Bluetooth antennas, a power cable and gloves. The CS 5.3 is controlled via the free RC X app for iOS and Android. AVM offers the RC 3 \/ RC 8 and RC 9 \/ RC 10 wireless remotes separately as accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Like the CS 3.3, the CS 5.3 has a calibratable MM\/MC phono input whose load resistance and capacitance can be set precisely to match your cartridge – no screwdriver needed, directly from the menu or the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the AVM Evolution CS 5.3 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs an authorized AVM partner in Wädenswil with years of experience, we'll explain what tube versus transistor practically means for your room, help you find the right speakers, and set up the system on site if you'd like. Reach us at 044 680 22 00 or via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll find powerful floorstanding speakers under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, the right turntable under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e, and high-quality connections under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eCables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989487939920,"sku":"303053","price":9990.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/avm-evolution-cs-5-3-streaming-vollverstaerker-mit-cd-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785438373","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/avm-evolution-cs-5-3-streaming-vollverstaerker-mit-cd-silber","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}