{"product_id":"cambridge-audio-azur-851n-network-streamer-pre-loved","title":"Cambridge Audio Azur 851n Network Streamer\/Pre Amp - Pre Loved","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:d6bfae27-7653-4f3c-b1eb-f0eb29be8cbb-1\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:d6bfae27-7653-4f3c-b1eb-f0eb29be8cbb-1\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:d6bfae27-7653-4f3c-b1eb-f0eb29be8cbb-1\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-id=\"efe28923-3ad5-4fc7-b97a-ac35983f609f\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"33\" data-start=\"4\"\u003eCambridge Audio Azur 851N\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-end \u003cstrong data-end=\"93\" data-start=\"48\"\u003enetwork streamer and digital preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for serious hi-fi systems. It sits at the top of Cambridge Audio’s Azur range and is built to act as a central hub for digital music playback from virtually any source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"647\" data-start=\"273\"\u003eAt its core, the 851N uses \u003cstrong data-end=\"335\" data-start=\"300\"\u003edual Analog Devices 24-bit DACs\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with Cambridge’s ATF2 upsampling engine, allowing it to process audio up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"438\" data-start=\"420\"\u003e24-bit\/384 kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e for detailed, high-resolution playback. It supports a wide range of formats including FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, and even DSD, making it compatible with both modern streaming libraries and audiophile-grade files.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1031\" data-start=\"649\"\u003eConnectivity is one of its strongest points. The unit supports \u003cstrong data-end=\"788\" data-start=\"712\"\u003eWi-Fi, Ethernet, USB audio, digital coaxial, optical, and AES\/EBU inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with balanced XLR and RCA outputs. It also integrates major streaming services such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"945\" data-start=\"883\"\u003eSpotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, AirPlay, and internet radio\u003c\/strong\u003e, and can stream from local NAS or UPnP servers. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003eSound-wise, the 851N is known for a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"1069\"\u003eclean, neutral, and highly detailed presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, with strong separation, tight timing, and a wide soundstage. It is often praised for sounding refined and controlled, making it a popular choice in audiophile systems where transparency and flexibility matter more than coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003eThis unit does NOT have any original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1033\"\u003eIf you require shipping please contact us before ordering to obtain a packing and shipping quote. We do NOT offer free shipping on pre loved goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1583\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003ePhysically, it has a solid brushed-metal chassis, a large front display, and a design that matches Cambridge Audio’s higher-end separates, reinforcing its role as a premium “digital front end” rather than just a simple streamer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1767\" data-start=\"1585\"\u003eIn short, the Cambridge Audio 851N is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1676\" data-start=\"1625\"\u003eversatile, reference-grade streaming DAC\/preamp\u003c\/strong\u003e built for integrating modern streaming convenience with high-resolution hi-fi performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Audio Tailor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45027541942387,"sku":"AR-Cambridge Audio Azur 851n","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2109\/2929\/files\/Cambridge-Audio-Azur-851n-Network-StreamerPre-Amp-Pre-Loved-australia.heic?v=1780473435","url":"https:\/\/www.theaudiotailor.com.au\/products\/cambridge-audio-azur-851n-network-streamer-pre-loved","provider":"The Audio Tailor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}