Feb 28, 2020
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Cambridge Audio CXA80 review
The power output per channel of this device is slightly higher than his opponent’s. Here we have 40/8 vs 30/8 W/Ohm. The Cambridge Audio CXA 80 is equipped with four line-level inputs (in addition to the one located on the front panel), and also has pre-outs for connecting an external power amplifier and subwoofer. A feature of this device is the presence of a built-in DAC on the Wolfson WM8740 chip, and three digital inputs: two optical, coaxial and USB. For the supply of each channel, separate secondary windings are used here, with their own rectifier diodes and filtering capacitors. 
Cambridge Audio CXA60 review
With a stylish and modern design, the CXA60 looks very attractive. It has a "floating chassis", a sturdy aluminum case with black or silver trim and a neat front panel. Creating a new amplifier, Cambridge paid a lot of attention to every aspect of it, resulting in a high-quality product. The display of the device is simple and elegant. The buttons are located next to the designations of the inputs; their blue color when choosing a connection becomes dark blue. Among other things, there is a button with a Bluetooth icon: the CXA60 is capable of receiving music from smartphones using the Bluetooth aptX codec. 
Cambridge Audio CXA80 pros & cons
Pros
- It is smooth sounding and the treble and bass are very well accented
- There is the potential for scaling the system
Cons
- The toroidal transformer was loosely mounted and it shifted a little every time I picked up the unit
Cambridge Audio CXA60 pros & cons
Pros
- Energetic, detailed and rhythmically impeccable sound is very pleasant for hearing
- The strong and thoughtful remote control will quickly become your indispensable assistant
Cons
- No bluetooth module
Cambridge Audio CXA80 vs Cambridge Audio CXA60
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Product
Cambridge Audio CXA80
Cambridge Audio CXA60
Model
CXA80
CXA60
Brand
Cambridge Audio
Cambridge Audio
Reviews
49
40
Amplifier
Channels
2
2
Power output (RMS), W/Ohm
80/8, 120/4
60/8, 90/4
Power output per channel, W/Ohm
40/8, 65/4
30/8, 50/4
Output Impedance, Ohm
8, 4
8, 4
Frequency response
20Hz-20KHz
20Hz-20KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.02
0.02
Signal-to-noise ratio, dB
103
100
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
Wolfson WM8740 192 KHz/24-bit
Wolfson WM8740 192 KHz/24-bit
Speaker A/B switching
Pure direct mode
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
optional
optional
Ethernet (RJ45)
Control
Bass
Treble
Balance
Remote control
Extensive connection
Optical digital input/output
2/0
2/0
Coaxial digital input/output
1/1
1/1
Phono (MM) input
0
0
Subwoofer output
1
1
Headphone outputs
1
1
USB
1
1
Preamplifier outputs (pair)
1
1
Main inputs (pair)
0
0
Line level inputs (pair)
4
4
XLR inputs (pair)
1
0
Record outputs (pair)
0
0
DC trigger output (12V)
0
0
Remote control input/output (IR)
0/0
0/0
RS-232
0
0
Additional features
Auto power off
Built-in display
Power
Power consumption, W
750
600
Power consumption standby, W
0.5
0.5
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43 x 11.5 x 34.1/16.9 x 4.5 x 13.4
43 x 11.5 x 34.1/16.9 x 13.4 x 4.5
Weight, kg/lbs
8.7/19.18
8.3/18.3
Other
Release year
2015
2015
Integrated amplifiers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.3Cambridge Audio CXA80
- 6.8Cambridge Audio CXA60
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