YAMAHA WXC-50 MUSICCAST WIRELESS STREAMING PREAMP
Professional Grade Connectivity and Control
If you are connecting to an existing Hi-Fi system, Player mode may be right for you.
Player Mode bypasses all internal processing as well as volume for the purest signal transfer possible.
Hi-res content stream provides the pure music source without processing.
Audiophile Grade Performance
The WXC-50 provides a convenient way to connect with select Yamaha Hi-Fi amplifiers that have Main In and Trigger inputs. When connected in this manner, the Hi-Fi amplifier’s system power and volume can be controlled via the MusicCast app.
Integrated operation of power and volume control from smartphone app.
•MusicCast
•Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, AirPlay®
•ESS SABRE™ Premier Audio DAC (ES9006A)
•Pandora®, Spotify Connect, Rhapsody®
•SiriusXMInternet Radio, vTuner, PC / DLNA
•DSD (5.6 MHz), FLAC / WAV (192 kHz), ALAC (96 kHz)
•Dimensions: 8-3/8” x 2” x 9-7/8”
•Fixed and variable Pre out
•Low-jitter network circuitry (> 100 –110 dB SNR)
•Compressed Music Enhancer
•Direct playback mode (bypasses DSP engine)
•Volume-adaptive EQ
•Advance Bass Extension
•Inputs: digital optical, aux RCA, USB
•Outputs: digital optical, digital coaxial, pre out, aux RCA, subwoofer
•Web setup manager
•1U wide Half-rack
•Control4®certification (at launch)
•High-performance design with premium audio components
•Extremely versatile control and connectivity options
•Access to your music library, Pandora®, Spotify, Rhapsody® and more
•MusicCast control app for Apple®iOS and Android™ devices
•Conveniently slim, can be placed horizontally or vertically
Audiophile Sound, Exquisite Design
The WXC-50 features a solid metal body with an aluminum cover and a slim, compact design that fits just about anywhere. Under the hood, you’ll find high-performance components and advanced circuitry that deliver powerful, sonically-pure preamplification.
Control at Your Fingertips
Connect the WXC-50 to your existing AV receiver or Hi-Fi system, then download the free MusicCast app to connect it to your existing home Wi-Fi to create a powerful streaming audio system.
Quickly select sources, browse your music library and control playback right from your smartphone or tablet. You can also control sound EQ settings from the app.
All Your Content
Access streaming music and Internet radio stations, music files on your mobile devices and computers, Bluetooth® sources and external sources such as a TV, Blu-ray Disc™ player or even a turntable.
MusicCast
A single WXC-50 can be used with your home theater or Hi-Fi system to create a standalone streaming audio system or multiple units can be used throughout the home. Play different music in each room or get everyone listening to the same thing. It can also be used with other MusicCast speakers, sound bars, AV receivers or Hi-Fi gear, providing more options and versatility than ever before.
Bluetooth® and AirPlay®
Stream virtually any audio source via Bluetooth as an input to the WXC-50. Bluetooth sources can be redistributed through Wi-Fi to other MusicCast devices. Or stream using AirPlay from an Apple® device to a single unit.
Slim, Compact Design
Only 2" tall and 8-3/8" wide, it can be placed horizontally or vertically, allowing it to fit neatly in almost any space.
Rack Shelf Friendly
With the feet removed, the WXC-50 is only 1-5/8" high, allowing it to be placed on a rack shelf within a 1U high rack space. Two units can be placed side-by-side on a 19" wide shelf.
Superior Audio Technology
Yamaha’s relentless pursuit of sonic purity is clearly evident in the engineering of the WXC-50. The preamp circuitry uses the same high-performance ESS digital-to-analog converter (DAC) found in high-end Yamaha AV receivers and a proprietary power supply ground configuration prevents sound degradation. A 48-bit digital volume control provides much greater precision and quality than conventional controls. A highly-rigid metal chassis supplies the stability necessary for clear, powerful music reproduction.
High-Resolution Audio
The WXC-50 supports high-resolution audio –including FLAC/WAV/AIFF up to 192 kHz/24-bit, Apple Lossless (ALAC) up to 96 kHz/24-bit and DSD up to 5.6 MHz – for more accurate reproduction of sonic details, presence and atmosphere.
Yamaha Proprietary Sound Processing
The Compressed Music Enhancer greatly improves sound reproduction from smartphones or other compressed sources, like MP3 files. Volume-adaptive EQ automatically adjusts the bass/treble balance according to the volume level. Advanced Bass Extension Processing provides a deeper, richer low-end sound — great for use with compact or in-wall speakers. Direct playback mode allows you to play back high-resolution audio sources just as they are, without any processing.
Player Mode
If you want to adjust volume from a connected Hi-Fi amp or AV receiver, the WXC-50 allows you to turn off "preamp" mode and use the device as a network audio player. Switching to "player" mode bypasses the volume control and any processing, allowing direct playback of high-resolution audio.
One-Touch Controls
Pressing any button on the front panel turns the unit on and initiates playback of the previously selected source providing quick and easy access to your favorite music.
The WXC-50 also comes with an ultra-slim remote offering six presets, so you can quickly access your favorite Internet radio stations even when your smartphone or tablet’s not handy.
Pro-Grade Connectivity and Control
The WXC-50 supports professional-grade features including:
- Wired Ethernet port
- Wireless off switch
- Optical and analog inputs
- Digital optical and coax outputs
- Subwoofer out
- Trigger in/out
- Remote in
Convenient Connectivity with Select Yamaha Hi-Fi Amplifiers
The WXC-50 provides a convenient way to connect with select Yamaha Hi-Fi amplifiers that have main in and trigger inputs. When connected in the manner shown here, the Hi-Fi amplifier’s system power can be turned on and the volume can be controlled via the MusicCast app.
Wireless Streaming Preamplifier
Network section |
DLNA |
Version 1.5 |
File Format |
MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD |
Wi-Fi |
Yes |
AirPlay |
Yes |
Bluetooth |
Yes (SBC / AAC) |
Pure Direct |
Yes |
Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz-20 kHz) |
0.003% (pre out) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
112 dB (Opt / Net / USB / Bluetooth® in) / 98 dB (aux in) |
Audio In / Out |
1 / 1 |
Digital In / Out |
1 (optical) / 1 (optical, coaxial) |
USB Input |
1 |
Ethernet |
1 |
Pre Out |
1 |
Subwoofer Out |
1 |
Remote In / Out |
1 / 0 |
Control (Trigger) In / Out |
1 / 1 |
Standby Power Consumption |
1.8 W |
Dimensions (W x H x D) |
8-3/8” x 2” x 9-5/8” (with antenna: 8-3/8” x 4-7/8” x 9-5/8”), 8-3/8" x 1-5/8" x 9-5/8" (without antenna and feet) |
Weight |
3.17 lbs. |
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WARNING: This product contains chemicals including Styrene which is known to the state of California to cause cancer, and Bisphenol A (BPA), which is known to the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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