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”More than justifies the outlay once more.” ’What Hi-Fi?’ 2022 Product of the Year.
The amp that does it all Engineered to the highest standards, the CXA81 delivers class-leading sound quality. The 80 watt amp is powerful enough for the largest rooms and the most power-hungry speakers. A built-in ESS DAC (Digital to Analogue Convertor) means you get the best from your digital, as well as analogue sources. Thanks to standard Bluetooth, you can now stream music in top quality aptX HD. All this, plus the Lunar Grey CXA81 looks more stylish than ever.
Powerful sound from the toroidal transformer Powerful sound begins with the power supply, which is why Cambridge Audio use an audiophile quality, toroidal transformer. Renowned for their low noise, high efficiency and superior sound quality, the over-sized transformer gives the CXA81 a powerful, dynamic sound and a hefty 80W per channel power output - enough for ‘party level’ sound in even the largest domestic spaces.
Digital inputs with top spec DAC for detail Featuring a reference standard ESS Sabre ES9016K2M DAC, the CXA81 works wonders with your digital audio and video sources. With two optical digital inputs and one coaxial, you can connect up to three digital sources, such as a games console, TV and a CD transport – the Cambridge Audio CXC makes the perfect match.
Bluetooth as standard Now a standard fitment, Bluetooth offers simple, wireless music streaming from your mobile, tablet or laptop. Stream stored music or popular music streaming services such as Spotify, Tidal and Apple Music. The Bluetooth receiver is compatible with aptX HD, giving the highest quality sound possible from Bluetooth, right up to 24bit/48kHz. You also get the benefit of the sound passing through the ESS Sabre DAC, meaning precise, detailed sound from all your streamed music.
The best from USB audio, with Hi-Res sound If you enjoy Hi-Res sound, you’ll love the CXA81. Using an asynchronous USB socket at the rear, you can connect up to your laptop, PC or server and stream Hi-Res music, right up to studio-quality 32bit/384kHz and DSD256. As well as improving the sound over your computer’s soundcard, the asynchronous ‘direct control’ link also greatly reduces jitter, for lower distortion and more precise audio.
Professional connection More usually found on 'reference' hi-fi and professional equipment, the CXA81 boasts balanced XLR inputs. When connected to a suitable source, this gives a fully balanced, hot/cold, connection for the ultimate analogue signal quality.
All for analogue The Cambridge CXA81 has four line level inputs - enough for all your analogue sources. A pre-amp output is also fitted – ideal for power amp upgrades. Other handy connections include an RCA subwoofer output, headphone socket and connections for two pairs of speakers.
Connected for installs A wide range of control sockets make the CXA81 ideal as part of a more complex home installation. RS-232C, IR input, trigger in/out sockets and Control Bus RCA phonos mean the CXA81 is more than happy to work with a wide range home automation control systems.
Vibration resistant casing With rigid, metal construction and low-resonance design, the casing helps shield the player from both mechanical and electrical interference, helping to improve clarity and reduce background noise. Isolating feet help adsorb vibration for a further reduction in distortion.
Sleek new finish The CXA81 is part of the refreshed CX-Series 2. The distinctive tear-drop profile gives the CXA81 a contemporary look and makes it the ideal partner for the CXC CD transport, CXN V2 network player. The Lunar Grey front panel contrasts with the black top and sides and blends well with both black and silver separates.
Complete versatility meets the finest sound, with the Cambridge Audio CXA81.
Rated 5 out of
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David from Warwick from
Thank you Cambridge Audio and Richer SoundsJust what I needed. A Really great product after having to stop using a Linn Intek I'd had for over 35 years! Works really well. Also, the service and assistance I had from Stuart, Martin and team at Richer Sounds, Solihull were exemplary and I will certainly use them again.
Date published: 2024-04-19
Rated 5 out of
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Mshing from
Good product service lacked technology detailProduct is great but service wasn't up to scratch.
Date published: 2024-03-09
Rated 5 out of
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Boar 1 from
Very pleased. All reviews are correct. Fantastic.Unfortunately failed after a couple of months use.
However replaced immediately. I have just picked up the new one
Date published: 2024-02-14
Rated 5 out of
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Andy 2112 from
Cambridge Audio CXA81Bought this along with the cd transport from Richer Sounds in Reading,the service from Kieran was second to none,was given as long as I wanted in the demo room under absolutely no obligation,there was no pressure to buy.The two units together sound fantastic,I am hearing things I never heard before.Thanks to both the shop and Kieran,will be going back when I can afford to buy better speakers
Date published: 2024-01-14
Rated 5 out of
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Phil at Woodside from
CXA81 AmplifierHigh quality sound - bright and clear. The wide stereo soundscape is particularly impressive.
Easy to set up and use. High-end performance at a very reasonable price.
Date published: 2024-01-10
Rated 5 out of
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harichintala from
Great Service as AlwaysRS are always great ! On Time and great Prices.
Upgrade whole HT setup - happy with Service
Date published: 2024-01-10
Rated 5 out of
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kazzarose13 from
Great soundGot this for Christmas. Very happy with it. Great product.
Date published: 2024-01-06
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Theblockster from
Great amp but no tape 2 loop or rec out facility.Good balanced detailed sound. However I was advised by RS that I could use the pre amp output to connect to a recording device as it is a line level output. This is not correct as the preamp output depends on the setting of the volume control. There is no equivalent tape 2 loop facility as such. This is the only drawback. Other users may not require this facility.
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https://www.richersounds.com/cambridge-audio-cxa81-lunar-grey.html19437Cambridge Audio CXA81https://www.richersounds.com/media/catalog/product/4/0/406601_4c5a.jpg899899GBPInStock/Hi-Fi/Hi-Fi Separates/Amplifiers & Receivers/Brands/Hi-Fi/Shop by Brand/Hi-Fi/Shop by Brand/Cambridge Audio/Brands/Cambridge Audio/Brands/Hi-Fi - Cambridge Audio/Hi-Fi/Hi-Fi/Hi-Fi Separates/Promotions/Black Friday Hi-fi Separates/Promotions/WHF - Previous Years Winners/Promotions/Christmas Hi-fi/Promotions/Sale Hi-Fi (Exc. Turntables)/Brands/Fantastic Savings - Hi-fi<span style="font-size:16.5px;font-weight:bold;">”More than justifies the outlay once more.”</span><b style="”font-weight:bold;”"> ’What Hi-Fi?’ 2022 Product of the Year.<br><br>The amp that does it all</b><br>Engineered to the highest standards, the CXA81 delivers class-leading sound quality. The 80 watt amp is powerful enough for the largest rooms and the most power-hungry speakers. A built-in ESS DAC (Digital to Analogue Convertor) means you get the best from your digital, as well as analogue sources. Thanks to standard Bluetooth, you can now stream music in top quality aptX HD. All this, plus the Lunar Grey CXA81 looks more stylish than ever.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">Powerful sound from the toroidal transformer</b><br>Powerful sound begins with the power supply, which is why Cambridge Audio use an audiophile quality, toroidal transformer. Renowned for their low noise, high efficiency and superior sound quality, the over-sized transformer gives the CXA81 a powerful, dynamic sound and a hefty 80W per channel power output - enough for ‘party level’ sound in even the largest domestic spaces.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">Digital inputs with top spec DAC for detail</b><br>Featuring a reference standard ESS Sabre ES9016K2M DAC, the CXA81 works wonders with your digital audio and video sources. With two optical digital inputs and one coaxial, you can connect up to three digital sources, such as a games console, TV and a CD transport – the Cambridge Audio CXC makes the perfect match.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">Bluetooth as standard</b><br>Now a standard fitment, Bluetooth offers simple, wireless music streaming from your mobile, tablet or laptop. Stream stored music or popular music streaming services such as Spotify, Tidal and Apple Music. The Bluetooth receiver is compatible with aptX HD, giving the highest quality sound possible from Bluetooth, right up to 24bit/48kHz. You also get the benefit of the sound passing through the ESS Sabre DAC, meaning precise, detailed sound from all your streamed music.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">The best from USB audio, with Hi-Res sound</b><br>If you enjoy Hi-Res sound, you’ll love the CXA81. Using an asynchronous USB socket at the rear, you can connect up to your laptop, PC or server and stream Hi-Res music, right up to studio-quality 32bit/384kHz and DSD256. As well as improving the sound over your computer’s soundcard, the asynchronous ‘direct control’ link also greatly reduces jitter, for lower distortion and more precise audio.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">Professional connection</b><br>More usually found on 'reference' hi-fi and professional equipment, the CXA81 boasts balanced XLR inputs. When connected to a suitable source, this gives a fully balanced, hot/cold, connection for the ultimate analogue signal quality.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">All for analogue</b><br>The Cambridge CXA81 has four line level inputs - enough for all your analogue sources. A pre-amp output is also fitted – ideal for power amp upgrades. Other handy connections include an RCA subwoofer output, headphone socket and connections for two pairs of speakers.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">Connected for installs</b><br>A wide range of control sockets make the CXA81 ideal as part of a more complex home installation. RS-232C, IR input, trigger in/out sockets and Control Bus RCA phonos mean the CXA81 is more than happy to work with a wide range home automation control systems.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">Vibration resistant casing</b><br> With rigid, metal construction and low-resonance design, the casing helps shield the player from both mechanical and electrical interference, helping to improve clarity and reduce background noise. Isolating feet help adsorb vibration for a further reduction in distortion.<br><br><b style="”font-weight:bold;”">Sleek new finish</b><br>The CXA81 is part of the refreshed CX-Series 2. The distinctive tear-drop profile gives the CXA81 a contemporary look and makes it the ideal partner for the CXC CD transport, CXN V2 network player. The Lunar Grey front panel contrasts with the black top and sides and blends well with both black and silver separates.<br><br>Complete versatility meets the finest sound, with the Cambridge Audio CXA81.Cambridge Audio00CAMB-CXA81-GRYadd-to-cartsku:CAMB-CXA81-GRYmanufacturerdescription:Cambridge Audiowarrantycode:6 Year Supercare - Chargeable, 6 Year Guarantee Extension - Freecategory_description:Stereo Amplifierbrand:Cambridge Audiomanufacturer_model:CXA81phono_input:Nopre_amplifier:Noproduct_status:Currentpromo_copy_line:• Integrated Bluetooth gives you the ultimate convenience from this amplifier<br><br>
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<span style="font-size:16px;color:#ff281e;font-weight:900;">• “Sets a new baseline for integrated amps at this price.” ‘What Hi-Fi?’ Product of the Year 2022. Tested at £999<br><br></span>purchaseonlinestatus:WSsrp:899.000000vipprice:799.000000Cambridge AudioStereo AmplifierCambridge AudioCXA81NoNoCurrent• Integrated Bluetooth gives you the ultimate convenience from this amplifier<br><br>
• Fantastic speaker savings when bought with this amplifier, call your local store or our telesales team, now!<br><br>
<span style="font-size:16px;color:#ff281e;font-weight:900;">• “Sets a new baseline for integrated amps at this price.” ‘What Hi-Fi?’ Product of the Year 2022. Tested at £999<br><br></span>WSCAMB-CXA81-GRY899.000000799.0000006 Year Supercare - Chargeable, 6 Year Guarantee Extension - FreeNoNoNo0.5750NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoYesYes8.7Yes4NoNoYes430 x 341 x 1155 - 60,000No<span style="font-size:16px;color:#ff281e;font-weight:900;"><a href="https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/cambridge-audio-cxa81" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line: underline;">Click here</a> to read the What Hi-Fi review.</span><hr><p style="font-size:16px;color:#ff281e;font-weight:bold;">Make the most of your Amplifier. View our hottest deals on <a href="https://www.richersounds.com/accessories-furniture/hi-fi-racks.html" target="_blank">hi-fi furniture</a>.</p><hr><p style="font-size:16px;color:#ff281e;font-weight:bold;"><a href="https://www.richersounds.com/hi-fi/hi-fi-accessories/hi-fi-interconnects.html" target="_blank">Click here</a> to see our range of hi-fi interconnects.</p><hr><span style="color: rgb(255, 40, 30); font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700;">Fantastic speaker savings when bought with this amplifier, call your <a href="https://www.richersounds.com/storefinder" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line: underline;">local store</a> or our <a href="https://www.richersounds.com/stores/telesales/" target="_blank" style="text-decoration-line: underline;">telesales team</a>, now!</span><hr>Lunar Greycolour639.000000679.000000Yes1Nox 2Yes (1)NoYesYes2Yes60 - 9980 x 2No2NoYes1YesNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNo430 x 115 x 341NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoAnalogue RCA Inputs, Audio Outputs, Coaxial Digital Inputs, Headphone Output, Optical Digital Outputs, USB Input, XLR Inputs24.0000Yes - Combined with pre-output