Cambridge Audio CXA80 vs Marantz PM8005

Cambridge Audio CXA80 review

The Cambridge Audio CXA 80 operates in the classic A / B class, and its output stages produce quite a bit of heat. Both channels of the CXA 80 are mounted on separate boards to eliminate crosstalk, including using individual cooling radiators (the principle of "double mono"). A large toroidal transformer is installed in the power supply of the amplifier, the design of which is optimized for use in audio technology. To supply each channel, separate secondary windings are used here. This unit has the power of 40W (8 ohms). At the same time his opponent here develops the power of 35W (with an 8-ohm load). There are two XLR inputs and USB.

Marantz PM8005 review

The amplifier is equipped with a tri-band tone control (bass, midrange, treble), which greatly simplifies the setting of the optimal tonal balance depending on the characteristics of other components of the system and listening room. On the rear panel of the Marantz PM8005 there are five line inputs, an input for connecting an MM-cartridge of a vinyl disc player, an output for a recording device. In addition, an adjustable output from the preamplifier and a direct input of the tip are provided here. All connectors on the amplifier have gold-plated contact surfaces.

Cambridge Audio CXA80 pros & cons

Marantz PM8005 pros & cons