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Cambridge Audio CXA 60 Intergrated Amplifier + BT100 Bluetooth Adaptor - WHAT HIFI RECOMMENDED I have owned this unit for just under a year. Fully functional. Brilliant sound ( see review) - Comes from a non smoking home Buyer collects - 5 minutes from Junc 6 on M25 - Cash on collection preferred. Courier collection available - buyer organises and is responsible. Cambridge CXA60 review Whichever you prefer, this Cambridge Audio amplifier makes a great first impression – not least with its simple, elegant display, satisfyingly smooth volume, balance and tonal dials and blue coloured buttons, which click satisfyingly and are indicative of the Cambridge’s seamless operation.Even the sturdy remote, compatible across the CX range, has a well-thought out design.But the CXA60 isn’t just a pretty face. In fact, where it excels is in its complete sound, high-resolution audio support and impressive set of connections.The aptX BT100 Bluetooth is an optional upgrade by way of a £70 dongle, (INCLUDED HERE)A 24-bit/192kHz DAC supports native hi-res playback across its two optical and single coaxial inputs, which join four line level inputs, a 3.5mm auxiliary input for plugging in MP3 players or smart devices, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.Connections-wise, the Cambridge and Marantz offerings are very similar, even in their joint omission of a USB input for plugging in a laptop or external hard-drive.There’s scope to use the CXA60 as a preamplifier, and to plug in a subwoofer if you want to extend the low-end heft of its performance, and two speaker terminals mean you can bi-wire or run a second pair of speakers.Just a single listen will tell you how entertaining this Cambridge Audio amplifier is. Fluid, snappy and packed with enthusiasm, it puts musical enjoyment high on its list of priorities.That doesn’t mean it leaves things like detail, dynamics and rhythmic precision trailing behind – the amplifier skillfully handles complex arrangements and is capable of delivering subtle, accurate detail. You don’t have to strain particularly hard to hear where the Cambridge justifies its extra outlay over the Marantz; there’s not only more meat and power, but greater dynamic variation to it too.It’s able to tie together the drubbing bassline with a thumping drum and vocal more convincingly.Thankfully, its energetic performance doesn’t cross the line into unruly, overzealous territory, the Cambridge is disciplined enough to exercise plenty of control when it comes to dynamics and rhythms. VerdictDelivering in every aspect (apart from a USB input), the CXA60 remains a most exciting-sounding and competitively-featured package out there.It looks smart, has a wide spread of connections, and delivers a solid, competitive sound that manages to be exciting and easy to listen to in equal measure.
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