Yamaha's new WXAD-10 adapter brings MusicCast to everyone

Yamaha has announced the latest addition to its MusicCast range: the WXAD-10.

Known within the company as ADD, the WXAD-10 connects to any existing stereo or multichannel audio system via its pair of RCA line-level outputs or 3.5mm socket. The latter option gives volume control via the MusicCast app for Android or iOS.

MORE: Yamaha enters multiroom audio with MusicCast

MusicCast brings Bluetooth and Airplay connectivity, internet radio and a wide range of streaming services like Deezer, Tidal and Spotify. Deploy multiple WXAD-10s to create a very straightforward multiroom streaming system.

Inside the Yamaha features a Burr-Brown DAC and custom-made network module. It's ready to deal with a wide range of digital music files, including 24bit/192kHz AIFF, FLAC and WAV files and ALAC up to 24bit/96kHz.

The WXAD-10 goes on sale next month, priced at £150.

MORE: Yamaha MusicCast to get Alexa voice control

Simon Lucas is a freelance technology journalist and consultant, with particular emphasis on the audio/video aspects of home entertainment. Before embracing the carefree life of the freelancer, he was editor of What Hi-Fi? – since then, he's written for titles such as GQ, Metro, The Guardian and Stuff, among many others. 

Latest in Wireless Speakers
HomePod OS
An Apple HomePod with a screen might arrive this year after all
JBL Flip 7 in white finish held in hand against backdrop of orange JBL beanie bags
JBL Flip 7 vs Flip 6: what's the difference between these two Bluetooth speakers?
JBL Charge 6 speaker held in hand
JBL Charge 6 vs Charge 5: what's new?
HomePod OS
The rumoured Apple HomePod with display is reportedly put on ice while Siri gets its act together
Bowers & Wilkins Zepellin
Bowers & Wilkins and McLaren are making new audio hardware with an F1 twist
JBL Charge 6 in red with carry strap
JBL upgrades two of our favourite Bluetooth speakers with bigger sound, longer battery life and more durable designs
Latest in News
iFi Valkyrie in gold with a laptop
iFi's flagship iDSD Valkyrie DAC/amp teases cutting-edge tech for a sound that's worthy of Valhalla
Sony Bravia Projector 8 home cinema projector
Terrible news: Sony is about to stop selling projectors in Europe, including the UK
Audiolab 6000A MkII amplifier in silver
Audiolab upgrades its five-star 6000A amplifier with a new DAC chip, enhanced circuitry and HDMI ARC
Qobuz
Qobuz reveals average payout per stream – and claims it is higher than rivals
Sonos Beam Gen 2
Quick! This five-star Sonos Dolby Atmos soundbar has dropped close to its lowest price
The Google Pixel 9a being held horizontally at waist-height so only the back is visible.
The Google Pixel 9a launches at £100 less than the iPhone 16e with a better screen