Description

The Cambridge Audio CXA61 is a 60-watt-per-channel Class AB stereo integrated amplifier , perfect for those seeking detailed and immersive sound without compromise. Awarded by What Hi-Fi as the best amplifier in its category, the CXA61 combines power, versatility and audio quality thanks to the integrated ESS Sabre ES9010K2M DAC , capable of handling PCM files up to 32bit/384kHz and DSD256.

Designed with Cambridge Audio's philosophy of simplifying the signal path to reduce interference, this amplifier offers 4 analog RCA inputs , a USB Audio input, 2 optical and 1 coaxial input, as well as Bluetooth aptX HD for high-quality wireless streaming (24bit/48kHz). Looking for a versatile amplifier for analog and digital sources? The CXA61 answers with comprehensive connectivity: connect CD players, turntables, PCs, TVs and mobile devices with ease.

The Class AB amplifier stage combines the musicality of Class A with the efficiency of Class B, delivering 60W into 8 ohms and 90W into 4 ohms with less than 0,002% distortion at 1kHz. The minimalist aluminum and steel design with a "Lunar Grey" finish includes a convenient 3,5mm headphone jack, pre-out , and subwoofer output for system expansion. What is the best hi-fi amplifier with a built-in USB DAC? The CXA61 represents a benchmark for value and sonic performance, perfect for building a superior stereo system.

Specifications

Amplification type	class AB
RMS power per channel	60 W
Reference load	8 ohm
Analog inputs	4x RCA, 1x 3,5mm aux front
Integrated DAC	ESS Saber ES9010K2M
PCM max	32bit/384kHz
DSD max	DSD256
Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.002%
Frequency response	5-60000
Rapporto S/N	93 dB
Digital inputs	1x coaxial S/PDIF, 2x optical TOSLINK, 1x USB Audio
Bluetooth	aptX HD
Trim	Lunar Gray
Input impedance	43 kOhm
Electricity consumption	600 W
Dimensioni	W 43 × H 11,5 × D 34,1 cm
Weight	8,3 kg

About the brand

Cambridge Audio was founded in 1968 in Cambridge, England, as a division of the engineering firm Cambridge Consultants; the company's official history speaks of a group of young technical graduates working in a borrowed garage. The first product was the 2x20-watt P40 integrated amplifier, developed by a team including Gordon Edge and Peter Lee. It is remembered as the first amplifier to use a toroidal transformer, a solution that later became common in high fidelity. In 1970, the P50 arrived, designed for mass production.
Over the following years, the company changed hands several times: Colin Hammond in 1971, Vince Adams in 1980, Stan and Angie Curtis in 1984, and shortly thereafter Wharfedale, which moved production to Leeds. Under Stan Curtis's technical direction, the CD1 was born, which the company presents as the world's first CD player in two separate chassis. In 1994, the brand became part of Audio Partnership, the company owned by Julian Richer and James Johnson-Flint; today, Cambridge Audio is headquartered in London and is owned solely by Johnson-Flint.
The 2000s saw the arrival of the Azur series of amplifiers and players, followed by the CX lines, from the CXA integrated amplifiers onward, and network players, which brought the brand into streaming. The most ambitious range is called Edge, in homage to Gordon Edge, the designer of the first P40. The brand is active and continues to produce new equipment; however, only used models are available on our site.
Da Audiocostruzioni We offer used and vintage Cambridge Audio gear: the ones available are on this page and can be seen and heard in our Carpi showroom or ordered online with shipping. If you have any questions, please email us.

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