Smart Connect 5.1
Generation 2
- High-resolution transmission
- 6 active channels & 8 wireless
- Dolby Atmos & DTS-HD
- Google Cast, Spotify & AirPlay 2
Item no.: 04153
HiFi streamer and home theater preamplifier with Dolby Atmos
Listen to music in every room at the same time, perfectly synchronized
Operation via smart app, touchscreen and remote control
Stream music directly to your speakers with Chromecast
Convenient music streaming via integrated Spotify Connect
Easy connection with TV and playback devices via HDMI
Easy to connect with Canton Smart products and all active speakers
Mini preamplifier with high build quality
Easy setup via the Canton Smart app or via the on-screen display
HiFi streamer and home theater preamplifier with Dolby Atmos
Expand your Canton Smart speakers or all active speakers with the flexible Smart Connect 5.1 from Canton. The streamer with Dolby Atmos® technology connects up to 8 wireless speakers from the Canton Smart series (three pairs of speakers, one center and one subwoofer) with up to 6 wired active speakers (two pairs of speakers, one center and one subwoofer) or power amplifiers. The Smart Connect 5.1 also serves as a DAC for any standard stereo system. Virtual Dolby Atmos® and 3D home theater sound can even be generated with an analog tube amplifier. The wide range of connection options with 4K-compatible HDMI connections including eARC set new standards as a room-filling music and home cinema system. The Smart Connect can be flexibly adapted to your listening room and your listening habits via the Canton Smart app, remote control or your TV's on-screen display. With the integrated Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Chromecast functions, you can stream your favorite music effortlessly and conveniently via smartphone. Whether as a stereo preamplifier, in a home cinema set with the maximum expansion level as a 7.1.4 system or as a DAC of an existing amplifier to your home network - the possibilities with the Smart Connect 5.1 are diverse and unique.
Wireless transmission
in High Res
The high-quality Smart Connect 5.1 preamplifier serves as a flexibly configurable interface and connection center for active loudspeakers and power amplifiers as well as for your Canton Smart loudspeakers. The basis for impressive sound experiences is created here by a lossless and high-resolution transmission of up to 24 bit / 96 kHz. This enables a combination of 6 active loudspeakers or power amplifiers with up to 8 Canton Smart loudspeakers. The powerful DSP enables high-end stereo sound and impressive multi-channel sound. With the Smart Connect 5.1, the variations are versatile and unique: stereo or multi-channel, wired or wireless with Canton Smart speakers, the flexible combination of both worlds up to a 7.1.4 setup as well as singleroom and multi-room streaming - everything is possible.
3D Sound-Upgrade
For your Amplifier
The Smart Connect 5.1 makes it possible to integrate your existing stereo amplifier into the wifi and enjoy music streaming. As a DAC, it also provides virtual 3D surround sound for your existing music system. The powerful DSP and Virtualizer enable 3D surround sound from all sides - even with only two speakers connected in a stereo setup. In addition, the Smart Connect 5.1 can be connected to your TV via HDMI eARC and combined with other Smart speakers to create a home theater setup. This means you can easily turn your existing stereo amplifier into a home theater amplifier.
Control centre
for home cinema sound and picture
The Smart Connect 5.1 brings the razor-sharp picture of your TV to life with room-filling sound - thanks to four HDMI connections including eARC and HDCP2.2. The Smart Connect 5.1 supports Dolby Atmos®, DTS HD and the HDR (High Dynamic Range) video format as multi-channel sound formats. Using the TV's on-screen display and the Canton Smart app, you can conveniently set up the system and adjust it perfectly to your needs and sound preferences. In addition to direct connection to the TV, the Smart Connect 5.1 also acts as a control center for a wide range of playback devices: from CD players, games consoles, Blu-ray players and classic radio receivers to music streaming via smartphone. The freely configurable inputs and outputs offer flexible connection options for your active loudspeakers, power amplifiers or external players.
Easy operation
with the Canton Smart App
In addition to manual operation via the Canton Smart app, you can also start and pause playback, adjust the volume or control an entire Canton Smart system by voice. Although no microphones are built into our Smart Connect 5.1, the all-rounder still offers the greatest possible compatibility in terms of voice control. There are two ways to operate the Smart Connect 5.1 by voice: Use the Siri or Google Assistant voice assistants on your smartphone or an external Apple or Google device of your choice. This allows you to play your favorite music either at the touch of a button or by voice in any room you want.
Smart Connect 5.1
Tutorial
In this video, we introduce you to the new Smart Connect 5.1 with all its functions and features. The preamplifier with Dolby Atmos® technology connects up to 8 wireless speakers from the Smart series with up to 6 wired active speakers or power amplifiers. In addition, the Smart Connect 5.1 serves as a DAC for any standard stereo system to create virtual 3D home theater sound.
Highlights Smart Connect 5.1
Experience Ultimate Sound with the Smart Connect 5.1 by Canton
Expand your speakers and experience music and movies in a new dimension with the flexible preamplifier Smart Connect 5.1 by Canton. This versatile streamer combines cutting-edge technologies with an impressive variety of connectivity options, making it the ideal centerpiece for any home theater or music system.
Versatile Connectivity and Cutting-Edge Technology
The Smart Connect 5.1 is equipped with Dolby Atmos® technology and allows the combination of up to 8 wireless speakers from the Smart series (three speaker pairs, one center, and one subwoofer) as well as up to 6 wired active speakers (two speaker pairs, one center, and one subwoofer) or amplifiers. This flexibility makes it one of the most advanced 5.1 preamplifiers on the market.
High-Quality DAC for Your Stereo System
Use the Smart Connect 5.1 as a DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) and transform any standard stereo system into a home theater system with virtual 3D sound. Even with analog tube amplifiers, the Smart Connect 5.1 enables the use of Virtual Dolby Atmos®, making it an invaluable digital preamplifier.
Easy Operation and Customization
Thanks to the user-friendly remote control and the on-screen menu of your TV, the Smart Connect 5.1 can be flexibly adapted to your listening room and habits. The 4K-compatible HDMI ports including eARC set new standards for HDMI preamplifiers and ensure seamless integration into your home theater setup.
Wireless Streaming and Modern Features
With integrated features like Apple AirPlay, Spotify Connect, and Chromecast built-in, you can effortlessly and conveniently stream your favorite music wirelessly. These functions make the Smart Connect 5.1 a leading HiFi streamer and high-end network player.
Perfect for Vinyl Lovers
The Smart Connect 5.1 also serves as a preamplifier for turntables, allowing you to enjoy the warm, authentic sound of your vinyl records in the best quality. Thanks to its versatility, it is suitable for both classical music lovers and modern audiophiles.
Versatile Applications
Whether you want to use the Smart Connect 5.1 as a Bluetooth preamplifier for wireless audio streaming, as a mini preamplifier in a compact setup, or as a preamplifier for subwoofers in a powerful home theater – the possibilities are almost limitless. It is also excellent as a preamplifier for turntables and offers the ideal solution for discerning audiophiles.
Excellent Test Results
The Smart Connect 5.1 has received top marks in various HiFi preamplifier tests and stereo preamplifier tests. These awards underscore its outstanding quality and performance. It is regarded by many experts as the best preamplifier in its category.
Buy the Smart Connect 5.1 by Canton
Experience the future of home theater and music enjoyment with the Smart Connect 5.1 by Canton. With its impressive performance, versatile connectivity options, and modern features, it is the ideal preamplifier for any sophisticated audio setup. Whether you are looking for an AV preamplifier, a DSP preamplifier, or a high-end preamplifier – the Smart Connect 5.1 meets all your needs.
Summary
The Smart Connect 5.1 by Canton offers you the opportunity to experience your home theater and music in a quality you never thought possible. With its combination of cutting-edge technology, flexibility, and user-friendliness, it sets new standards as a high-end preamplifier. Whether you want to stream music, watch movies, or listen to vinyl records, the Smart Connect 5.1 is the perfect choice for those who do not want to compromise on sound quality. Buy now and elevate your audio experience to the next level.
