Ovation CS 8.3
Black Edition
CD-Receiver with Streaming
All-In-One CD Receiver · 2 x 500 W · Black Edition Chassis: Brushed aluminum in black with Black Edition logo on the top cover and all controls finished in midnight black lacquer · AVM X-STREAM Engine®: Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify® Connect, Roon Ready, TIDAL Connect MAX, QOBUZ, UPnP, Web Radio · Multiroom & Party Sync Mode · Bluetooth 5.0 · Quad DAC 384kHz/32bit ·
DSD128 · Slot-In Pure CD Drive · Class-A Headphone Amplifier · RC X App for iOS & Android
The benchmark for
sound and design
The Ovation CS 8.3 Black Edition is the flagship of our all-in-one device series and sets new standards in sound quality. Through the use of specially selected components and a striking night-black look, this edition stands out from the basic version. A prominent “Black Edition” lettering on the case lid makes the high-performance version immediately recognizable.
Andreas Günther,
Audio 2020
Here, there is diligent measuring, the most expensive components are being purchased. Here, soldering, polishing, and listening are done. In the end, components are produced that look extremely traditional and possess a wonderfully noble aura.
Perfection
in every detail
The X-STREAM Engine® in the CS 8.3 Black Edition receives all digital signals and forwards them to the specially developed tube stage, which is equipped with modified tubes. The ESS SABRE 9018 reference DACs and a high-precision voltage supply maximize performance and guarantee perfect channel separation. The CS 8.3 can process DSD128 signals (via USB-B) and offers advanced upsampling technology that eliminates jitter and ensures high sound fidelity.
Timeless luxury, limitless sound variety
The casing of the CS 8.3 Black Edition is made of solid, seamlessly joined aluminum and was manufactured without visible screws. The exclusive TEAC Pure-CD drive provides the best possible sound quality when playing CDs and can only be found worldwide in AVM products. The CS 8.3 is fully software and hardware upgradeable, which allows for long-term updates and expansions.
Tests
How the Trade Press Reviews Us
Klein und kostbar: Der Ovation 8.3 von AVM
„Der Ovation 8.3 von AVM bietet alle Quellen in einem Gerät. Hier wird eifrig gemessen, hier werden die teuersten Bausteine eingekauft. Hier wird gelötet, poliert und gehört. Am Schluss stehen Komponenten, die extrem klassisch aussehen und eine wundervoll edle Aura besitzen. Aber dennoch wird hier auf einen besonderen Klangmix Wert gelegt: Es soll messbar gut sein und dazu noch ein gutes Pfund Magie enthalten. Also Physik plus Metaphysik. Das ist ein Spagat und eine hohe Kunst. Der AVM prahlte regelrecht mit seiner puren Watt-Gewalt. Dazu die Schönheit des musikalischen Flusses. Wir versanken in einem schönen Traum. Die Saiten schwebten, trafen uns mitten im Zwerchfell – das ist es, was High-End ausmacht.“
Audio, Andreas Günther
Juli 2020
Technical data
CS 8.3
Power amplifier | |
| Gain factor | 30 |
| Distortion factor | < 0.005% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | > 95dB |
| Input sensitivity | 1.2V |
| Output power | 2x 500W (4Ω) / 2x 250W (8Ω) |
Preamplifier (analog) | |
| Input impedance (RCA) | 10kΩ |
| Input impedance (XLR) | 20kΩ |
| Output impedance (RCA: PRE, LINE) | 47Ω |
| Output impedance (XLR) | 94Ω |
| Gain factor | 1 |
| Distortion factor (6.3) | < 0.001% |
| Distortion factor (8.3) | < 0.02% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | > 98dB |
| Crosstalk attenuation (channels) | > 100dB |
| Crosstalk attenuation (inputs) | > 87dB |
| Input headroom (1% THD) | 4.3V |
| Output headroom PRE OUT (1% THD) | 5.4V |
| Output level LINE OUT | 2.5V |
| Frequency response at -3dB (6.3) | < 0Hz to > 70kHz |
| Frequency response at -3dB (8.3) | < 5Hz to > 30kHz |
Headphone amplifier | |
| Output impedance | 15Ω |
| Gain factor | 3.0 |
| Distortion factor | < 0.002% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | > 97dB |
| Output headroom (1% THD) | 6.5V |
CD-Player | |
| Playable formats | CD Audio, CDR (according to Red-Book standard) |
Network | |
| LAN connection (hot plug capable) | 100 Mbit/s |
| Supported WLAN/WiFi standards | 2.4/ 5GHz/ 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Number of antennas | 2 |
| WPS | yes |
Streaming | |
| Max. sampling rates | DSD128, 32 Bit/384 kHz PCM |
| Streaming services | AirPlay, Qobuz, Roon, Spotify, TIDAL, HighResAudio |
| Supported file formats | WAV, MP3, WM, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, DSD, Ogg, AIFF |
Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth standard | 5.0 |
| Supported Bluetooth profiles | AVRCP 1.5, AD2P |
USB-A Input | |
| USB standard | USB 2.0 |
| Max. current | 500 mA |
| Supported formats | FAT16, FAT32, NTFS |
| WARNING: | The USB input is exclusively for hard drives and USB sticks! |
USB-B Input | |
| USB standard | USB 2.0 |
| Supported formats | Up to DSD128 / 192 kHz with 24 Bit |
| WARNING: | The USB-B input is intended for direct connection with a PC or MAC! |
Digital inputs (S/P-DIF / Coaxial) | |
| Max. sampling/bit rate (OPTO) | 96 kHz / 24 Bit |
| Max. sampling/bit rate (COAX) | 192 kHz / 24 Bit |
| Min. signal level [Vpp] at 192kHz (COAX) | > 150 mVpp |
| Input impedance (COAX) | 75 Ω |
| Deemphasis (OPTO, COAX) | Yes, automatic |
| NOTE: | When using digital inputs |
Digital outputs (S/P-DIF / Coaxial) | |
| Max. sampling/bit rate (OPTO) | 96 kHz / 24 Bit |
| Max. sampling/bit rate (COAX) | 192 kHz / 24 Bit |
| Output impedance (COAX) | 75 Ω |
| NOTE: | When using digital outputs |
Control | |
| Trigger output (2x) | 12V |
| NOTE: | Please use a standard 3.5mm mono jack cable for the trigger connections. |
Power connection | |
| Power supply | 100V-240V / 50Hz-60Hz |
| Power consumption standby | < 1.0 Watt |
| Power consumption network standby | < 4 Watt |
| Power consumption idle | < 35 Watt |
| Power consumption (maximum) | 1000 Watt |
| Fuse used (power amplifier) | T 6.3A |
| Fuse used (preamplifier section) | 3x T3.125A |
General | |
| Weight | 13 kg |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 430 x 122 x 350mm |
| Warranty | 2 years + 2 years with online registration |
| (Warranty periods may vary in other distribution countries) | |
| We reserve the right to make changes to technical specifications and features. | |
