{"product_id":"avm-inspiration-cs-2-3-streaming-vollverstaerker-mit-cd-schwarz","title":"AVM Inspiration CS 2.3 Streaming Integrated Amplifier with CD, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AVM Inspiration CS 2.3 is a compact streaming integrated amplifier with CD drive that combines a network player, D\/A converter, MM\/MC phono stage and a 2 × 140-watt Class D power stage in one screwless aluminium chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike many all-in-ones, the CS 2.3 doesn't leave out anything a real music lover actually uses: CD, turntable, streaming and TV sound are all on board. This version has a black brushed-aluminium chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the AVM Inspiration CS 2.3?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CS 2.3 is the control centre for an entire system – in 34 centimetres of width. 2 × 140 watts at 4 ohms give even full-sized floorstanding speakers plenty of drive, and the ESS Sabre 9038 Q2M converter delivers clean, natural playback. The slot-in drive plays your discs, the switchable MM\/MC phono input takes the turntable, and via HDMI ARC the TV sound finally runs through the good system instead of the TV's own tiny speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz and Roon run natively, internet radio is built in – with no subscription required. Bluetooth is on hand for a quick source. Control is via the free RC X app for iOS and Android, which covers the full feature set. A hardware remote isn't included: the RC 3 with infrared and the RC 9 with colour display are accessories, ordered separately. There's no FM or DAB radio tuner, by the way – radio runs over the internet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Inspiration CS 2.3 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlain talk: the CS 2.3 is for anyone who wants a full system in a small space – including CD and vinyl, not just streaming. If you need more power for very large rooms, or the calibratable phono stage of the Evolution range, look a class higher. And if you stream exclusively from your phone and never play a disc, you're paying here for a drive you won't use – then the AS 2.3 is the more honest choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CS 2.3 is that rare kind of device that replaces an entire equipment rack without you noticing what's missing once the music starts. In black it all but disappears into the sideboard – until the music starts. Which speakers ultimately suit it is something we'll work out together, calmly, at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the trade press says\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference class, 5 out of 5 stars – \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hifitest.de\/test\/stereoanlage-und-komplettanlage\/avm-inspiration-cs-23-20906\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eHiFi Test, issue 9\/2021\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The CS 2.3 streaming receiver from AVM is a winner.\" – \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hifitest.de\/test\/stereoanlage-und-komplettanlage\/avm-inspiration-cs-23-20906\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eHiFi Test, issue 9\/2021\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact streaming integrated amplifier with slot-in CD drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier principle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Class D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 140 W (1% THD, 4 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.005%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; 95 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD\/A converter:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS Sabre 9038 Q2M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming engine:\u003c\/strong\u003e AVM X-STREAM Engine, PCM up to 384 kHz \/ 32-bit, DSD256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming services:\u003c\/strong\u003e AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, HighResAudio, Roon Ready, UPnP, internet radio\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\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM (40 dB) \/ MC (60 dB) switchable, input level 30 mV (MM) or 3 mV (MC), RIAA equalisation \u0026lt; 0.2 dB, termination via included RCA plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e HDMI ARC (192 kHz\/24-bit), 1 × S\/PDIF coaxial (192 kHz\/24-bit), 1 × optical (96 kHz\/24-bit), USB-A (storage devices only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × line-level RCA, 1 × phono RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e speaker, 1 × pre-out RCA, 1 × line-out RCA, 1 × S\/PDIF coaxial, 1 × optical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker terminals:\u003c\/strong\u003e gold-plated 4 mm banana sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level:\u003c\/strong\u003e pre-out variable, line-out fixed (recording output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes, 3.5 mm jack on the front (80 Ω output impedance, 4.5 V at 1% THD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0 LE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e LAN 100 Mbit\/s, Wi-Fi 2.4 \/ 5 GHz (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), 2 antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuner:\u003c\/strong\u003e no FM\/DAB receiver, internet radio built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e RC X app for iOS and Android; RC 3 (infrared) and RC 9 (colour display) remotes available as optional accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis:\u003c\/strong\u003e screwless aluminium, black brushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 340 × 92 × 325 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.5 W standby, \u0026lt; 2 W network standby, \u0026lt; 16 W idle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years, +2 years with online registration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e CS 2.3, power cord, 2 Wi-Fi\/Bluetooth antennas, 2 × 3 RCA termination plugs for phono, gloves – without remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich speakers suit the AVM Inspiration CS 2.3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 2 × 140 W at 4 ohms, the CS 2.3 drives most bookshelf and floorstanding speakers with ease. Which model suits your room sonically and visually is best worked out together – we carry a whole range of matching brands in-house.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the CS 2.3 come with a remote control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The CS 2.3 is controlled via the free RC X app for iOS and Android, which covers the full feature set. If you'd still like something to hold, order the RC 3 with infrared or the RC 9 with colour display as an accessory – both are available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Inspiration CS 2.3 play CDs and vinyl?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, both. The slot-in drive plays CD audio and CD-R to Red Book standard, and the switchable phono input takes MM and MC cartridges with 40 and 60 dB gain respectively. You set the termination via the included RCA plugs. You don't need an external phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the CS 2.3 have a radio tuner?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot for FM or DAB. Radio runs via built-in internet radio, which works without a subscription – giving you access to far more stations than an antenna would. If you specifically want terrestrial reception, you'll need a separate tuner connected to the line-level input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect my TV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, via HDMI ARC. That routes the TV sound through your stereo system, and volume and standby can be controlled with the TV's own remote. A single cable to the TV is all it takes, making a soundbar unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the AVM Inspiration CS 2.3 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs an authorised AVM dealer in Wädenswil, we'll give you honest advice on whether the CS 2.3 or another model suits your room. We match speakers, sources and cabling to each other; delivery and setup are handled by our technician, Mauri. Call us on 044 680 22 00 or write to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFind matching speakers under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, a turntable for the phono input under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e, quality connections under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eCables\u003c\/a\u003e, and the RC 3 and RC 9 remotes under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/zubehor\"\u003eAccessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989488726352,"sku":"303044","price":4990.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/avm-inspiration-cs-2-3-streaming-vollverstaerker-mit-cd-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785439704","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/avm-inspiration-cs-2-3-streaming-vollverstaerker-mit-cd-schwarz","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}