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Feb 13, 2023 5:44 PM

Cambridge Audio CXA61 Stereo Two-Channel Amplifier w/ Bluetooth & Built-in DAC

$599

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WORLD WIDE STEREO via Amazon (Ships from and sold by WORLD WIDE STEREO) has Cambridge Audio CXA61 Stereo Two-Channel Amplifier w/ Bluetooth & Built-in DAC for $599. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member misterdix for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6' AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • 3 "AAA" batteries
  • Bluetooth antenna
  • 39" mono-RCA control cable
  • Quick Start Guide
Features:
  • 60 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms (90 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms)
  • 4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers
  • THD: 0.02% (20-20,000 Hz at 80% of rated power)
  • Built-in high-performance ESS Sabre SE9010K2M DAC
  • Toroidal power transformer for low noise and high-current output
  • Bluetooth wireless connectivity for streaming music from compatible smartphones, tablets, and computers
  • aptX HD encoding provides high-quality music streaming from compatible devices
  • Class AB amplifier design
  • Full-metal casework with thick, brushed aluminum front panel and acoustically damped chassis for enhanced resonance control
  • Remote included

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.6 from 55 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
  • Additional Note:
No Longer Available:

Crutchfield has Cambridge Audio CXA61 Stereo Two-Channel Amplifier w/ Bluetooth & Built-in DAC for $599Shipping is free.

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WORLD WIDE STEREO via Amazon (Ships from and sold by WORLD WIDE STEREO) has Cambridge Audio CXA61 Stereo Two-Channel Amplifier w/ Bluetooth & Built-in DAC for $599. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member misterdix for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6' AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • 3 "AAA" batteries
  • Bluetooth antenna
  • 39" mono-RCA control cable
  • Quick Start Guide
Features:
  • 60 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms (90 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms)
  • 4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers
  • THD: 0.02% (20-20,000 Hz at 80% of rated power)
  • Built-in high-performance ESS Sabre SE9010K2M DAC
  • Toroidal power transformer for low noise and high-current output
  • Bluetooth wireless connectivity for streaming music from compatible smartphones, tablets, and computers
  • aptX HD encoding provides high-quality music streaming from compatible devices
  • Class AB amplifier design
  • Full-metal casework with thick, brushed aluminum front panel and acoustically damped chassis for enhanced resonance control
  • Remote included

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.6 from 55 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
  • Additional Note:
No Longer Available:

Crutchfield has Cambridge Audio CXA61 Stereo Two-Channel Amplifier w/ Bluetooth & Built-in DAC for $599Shipping is free.

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Feb 14, 2023 12:58 AM
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sd2515Feb 14, 2023 12:58 AM
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Would this pair w/the low sensitivity speaker 86db JBL 530?
Feb 14, 2023 1:02 AM
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AGpennypackerFeb 14, 2023 1:02 AM
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hmm, no phono input?

looks to be digital preference.
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Feb 14, 2023 1:16 AM
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LongeviteFeb 14, 2023 1:16 AM
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Quote from fundles View quoted comment :
I previously had this exact Amp as my introduction into Hifi music during the pandemic 3 years ago. It was and is wonderful. I initially paired it with some triangle BR03s and then some kef 350s. Great times!
How was this amp pair with Kef? Warner sound? I asked because I got a pair of kef too and I don't want brighter sound amp.
Feb 14, 2023 1:26 AM
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KaladinStormbornFeb 14, 2023 1:26 AM
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This is a great amp and deal. However note the cxa81 is a nice upgrade and can be had refurbished directly for $850 (my refurb looks and works like new)

https://www.ebay.com/itm/25594712...media=COPY
Feb 14, 2023 1:46 AM
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ruinedbird9Feb 14, 2023 1:46 AM
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heck of a deal!
Feb 14, 2023 2:00 AM
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Feb 14, 2023 2:07 AM
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okgrass420Feb 14, 2023 2:07 AM
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Quote from UnoriginalGuy View quoted comment :
No subwoofer crossover at all? Always interesting when "high end" HiFi equipment lacks the basic features of a $500 off the shelf receiver from a Costco.
You can set the crossover in the subwoofer itself, it will send the full frequency through line out or high out, more flexible that way.

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Feb 14, 2023 2:13 AM
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mjspamFeb 14, 2023 2:13 AM
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Quote from UnoriginalGuy View quoted comment :
No subwoofer crossover at all? Always interesting when "high end" HiFi equipment lacks the basic features of a $500 off the shelf receiver from a Costco.
Agreed. A few months ago I bought the axa35 to power some outdoor speakers through a sonos port. And I was surprised that it wasn't able to wake when the sonos port was powered on. I tried several different options but I could not figure it out.

The only options that worked for me was to have it powered on all the time or run into my basement and power the amp on. I returned it and got a basic amp for half the price and it sounds fine and can wake when the sonos port is powered on.

Im sure cambridge makes really high quality equipment, but did not work out for me.
Feb 14, 2023 2:27 AM
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Cintel7Feb 14, 2023 2:27 AM
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Quote from Dryervent55 View quoted comment :
Is this a reliable brand? Never heard of them before this post (inb4 I find out this is developed by some folks over at the University)
Don't do it, next thing you know you will be spending a couple of thousands on the turntable needle in a few years.
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Feb 14, 2023 2:54 AM
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ric0suaveFeb 14, 2023 2:54 AM
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when would it be advisable to get the CXA61 over the AXR100 which is the same price?
Feb 14, 2023 2:56 AM
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Ajax77Feb 14, 2023 2:56 AM
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Quote from UnoriginalGuy View quoted comment :
No subwoofer crossover at all? Always interesting when "high end" HiFi equipment lacks the basic features of a $500 off the shelf receiver from a Costco.
I own this amp's biger, older brother, the cxa80 and love it. However, you're right. This alongside most stereo integrated amps don't have a low end crossover for the subwoofer. Someone else suggested to use the sub's crossover, but this is not ideal since the speakers will still play at full range and there will be a portion of the lower end frequencies that will be played by both. Definitely not ideal, and definitely pretty strange that these expensive pieces of equipment are lacking this feature. Luckily, I'm using large spakers with pretty good low end reproduction that don't need a sub (at least for my taste).
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Feb 14, 2023 3:14 AM
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nghy9700Feb 14, 2023 3:14 AM
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Quote from Dryervent55 View quoted comment :
Is this a reliable brand? Never heard of them before this post (inb4 I find out this is developed by some folks over at the University)
Go get RadioShack amp more reliable for you.
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Feb 14, 2023 3:25 AM
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drpain714Feb 14, 2023 3:25 AM
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must have missed it i am seeing 1099 no ability to choose World wide Audio as seller Frown
Feb 14, 2023 3:29 AM
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braduham2Feb 14, 2023 3:29 AM
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WelP- those went fast. One of the luckies to grab the last one.

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Feb 14, 2023 4:24 AM
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greenwichFeb 14, 2023 4:24 AM
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Quote from sd2515 View quoted comment :
Would this pair w/the low sensitivity speaker 86db JBL 530?
Easily

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