A compact, minimalist design, the NAD CS1 has a pair of line-level analogue RCA outputs for connection to a stereo receiver, integrated amp, preamplifier, or a pair of powered speakers.

Jan 25, 2023 · The Canadian hi-fi brand has launched the CS1, an affordable hi-res music streamer designed to bless traditional hi-fi set-ups with streaming powers or be paired with active speakers to make up a modern, space-efficient system.

Apr 23, 2023 · NAD’s Endpoint Network Streamer CS1 is well-built and supports three of the most popular major audio streaming technologies: Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, and Chromecast, and under some circumstances...

Jan 24, 2023 · The NAD CS1 Endpoint Network Streamer delivers the audio performance for which NAD is renowned. It features an advanced differential digital section based on Texas Instruments’ PCM5141 DAC, a design known for its extremely low noise, excellent dynamic performance, and immunity to clock jitter.

May 19, 2023 · This is a review and detailed measurements of the NAD CS1 Network Streamer and DAC. It was kindly drop shipped to me by a member and costs US $349. The CS1 comes in a compact plastic part befitting its cost and brand. Upon power up, you see a red light blinking until it downloads its firmware.

Experience the magic of high-resolution audio with the NAD CS 1. Stream your favorite music in stunning detail, from Spotify and Tidal to local files, all through your existing HiFi system. Easy to set up and use, the CS 1 is the perfect way to rediscover your music collection.

Feb 4, 2024 · NAD CS1 Report. NAD’s network streamer offers good audio quality but doesn’t achieve what’s possible with today’s hi-res equipment: While it does play high-resolution audio like FLAC 192 kHz/24-bit, it limits the highest frequency output at the RCA output to 16 kHz.

Jan 24, 2023 · NAD has today announced a new entry-level streaming DAC. The CS1 is both a network streamer (with dual-band wifi and Ethernet inputs) and a Bluetooth 5.0 DAC. The internal D/A converter is built around an “advanced differential digital” implementation of a Texas Instruments PCM5141 chip and outputs via a pair of analogue RCA sockets ...