Cambridge Audio

Edge NQ Preamplifier with Network Player

Edge NQ is a high-performance preamplifier and network player, delivering an incredibly clean signal path with stunning depth and musicality. With a revolutionary circuit design that eliminates interference, Edge NQ reveals every nuance of your favourite recordings, whether streamed or played from digital sources.

All the music, all the detail

Stream wirelessly via Chromecast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD, and Internet Radio, or connect via HDMI ARC, USB, S/PDIF, and coaxial inputs—all with high-resolution playback up to 24-bit/384kHz and DSD 256.

Precision-engineered for perfect balance

A DC-coupled topology replaces conventional capacitors, while a solid-state volume control ensures a perfectly balanced signal path at any volume—preserving the full tonal integrity of every track.

Award-winning streaming technology

Designed in-house, Edge NQ’s cutting-edge streaming module features a high-speed chipset, supporting 24-bit/192kHz and DSD128 files, delivering an incredibly revealing sound that has detailed tone, rhythmic drive and taut bass.

Edge NQ is the pinnacle of connectivity and sonic purity. Designed for those who demand uncompromising detail and flexibility, its exceptionally clean circuit design and high-resolution streaming technology ensure every note is delivered with breathtaking accuracy.

Built-in high-resolution DAC

Supports 24-bit/384kHz and DSD 256, ensuring stunning detail from all digital sources.

Extensive connectivity

Includes HDMI ARC, USB, S/PDIF, coaxial, and balanced XLR inputs, providing versatile playback options.

Wireless streaming without limits

Chromecast Built-in, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay, Bluetooth aptX HD, Roon Ready certification, and Internet Radio.

DC-coupled signal path

Eliminates conventional capacitors, preserving perfect tonal balance and ultra-clean signal integrity.

Solid-state volume control

Maintains precision and balance at any listening level, preventing channel imbalances.

Multiroom capability

Fully compatible with Google Home, Apple AirPlay, and Roon multiroom systems.

Edge systems are designed to work in perfect synchronisation. Match the Edge NQ with our highest performing power amplifiers, Edge W or Edge M, to create a hi-fi system with a sound, and a look, unlike anything else.

Multi-Room, Your Way

Let the music flow seamlessly from room to room by syncing multiple Cambridge Audio streaming devices around your home.

Built-in Google Cast, Apple AirPlay 2 and ROON compatibility gives enormous flexibility to build the perfect multi-room system.

Whether you group all your rooms into one big party system or want the music to follow you from one space to another, multi-room audio keeps the listening going.