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INSPIRATION C 2.2
COMPACT CD RECEIVER
With the new generation of the Inspiration C 2.2 All-In-One CD receiver we have lifted an old dream of a radically compact but great sounding high end music system finally to the next level. With its breathtaking sound performance on the highest level the C 2.2 leaves the user breathless with its reduced-to-the-max design in a compact housing. The handcrafted and perfectly finished cabinet shows no evidence of assembly screws. Standard versions are aluminum silver or black whilst other finishes are available upon request. A beautifully shaped, rock solid full aluminum remote control is always included. All functions are intuitively accessible.
Technologically the C 2.2 sparks all options for connecting other components. Synchronous USB input (no driver needed), high-class phonostage, and various digital input i.e. for connecting your TV etc. are in place. The power output stages easily handle large loudspeakers and drive them at all volume levels. Cutting edge technology is also applied with the digital signal processing applying AVM proprietary circuitries. All incoming digital signals are upconverted to 192kHz/24bit and are being processed from this format. The PureCD Slot-in drive is supplied by TEAC as an exclusive for AVM.
Just like all the units made by AVM, the C 2.2 is entirely handcrafted at our facility in Malsch/Germany. Most of our suppliers are also located in the vicinity. Extensive quality controls under roughest conditions at several stages of the production process ensure compliance with our high standards and ensure AVM’s reliability promise.
• 4 Line inputs
• 1 phono input (MM & MC)
• 1 processor In/Out
• 3 digital inputs (SPDIF, optical, USB-Input operates without driver installation)
• 2 digital outputs (SPDIF, optical)
• Headphone output on the front
• FM-RDS-tuner
• PureCD drive with slot-in
• Signal processing in all digital inputs applying 192 kHz/24 bit upsampling
• High power output stages, 165W/channel
• Power supply with minimized leak-field and ultra low stand-by
• Tone control and parametric loudness with bypass-mode
• Blue graphic display, dimmable
• Remote controllable, solid RC 3 aluminum easy-to-use remote control included
• IR input via external optional receiver
• Numerous setup functions (i.e. adjustable input sensitivity,individual input naming etc.)
• Available finishes: Aluminum silver or black
This is a buyer’s market for this piece: at NZ$3,648, it lands a bit under the NZ$3,918 median and comfortably below the NZ$6,830 upper quartile, so it reads as a fair-to-strong buy rather than a stretched ask. It’s not a screaming NZ$2,501-level bargain, but it’s well inside the normal used range and leaves room for some negotiation if needed.
AVM’s compact CD receiver gear is generally respected for refined, grown-up sound and tidy all-in-one practicality, especially if you want a serious source/preamp-style unit without a rack full of boxes. The real upside here is that a clean, intact example can be a long-lived, high-end convenience piece; with used digital kit, original remote, packaging, and evidence of careful ownership matter more than brute age alone.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
AVM Audio, founded in 1986 in Germany by engineers Robert Winiarski and Gunther Mania, emerged from a passion for precision engineering and high-fidelity sound. The duo quickly gained traction with their iconic M1 mono amplifier, selling over 10,000 pairs primarily in Germany. In 2010, they sold the company to Udo Besser, former general manager at Burmester, enabling expansion into Asia and North America while the founders shifted to design and legacy product support. Handmade in Malsch, AVM upholds its heritage of German craftsmanship, now marking over 35 years with limited editions like the 40th-anniversary Bronze series.
The brand specializes in integrated amplifiers, preamplifiers, CD players, streamers, DACs, and compact all-in-one music systems, organized into three tiers: entry-level Inspiration, mid-range Evolution, and flagship Ovation lines encompassing 27 products. Early successes like the M1 evolved into modern updates such as the Classic 30 mono amps, blending high bandwidth and power with contemporary circuits. AVM emphasizes versatile, format-agnostic components that support streaming and digital playback without compromising analog purity.
Positioned as a high-end German luxury marque, AVM delivers natural, transparent sound with minimal coloration, earning a devoted European following before broader recognition. It bridges premium performance and relative affordability through economies of scale, appealing to discerning buyers seeking robust, future-proof hi-fi without headline-chasing gimmicks. This under-the-radar powerhouse stands firm in the competitive audiophile market, prioritizing substance over hype.
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