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Cambridge Audio - CXA81 MKII - Integrated Stereo Amplifier

Name: Cambridge Audio - CXA81 MKII - Integrated Stereo Amplifier
Brand: Cambridge Audio
Price: 1099.0 USD
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Integrated Stereo Amplifier

"...the CXA81 could be the perfect start to a system that is one step up from entry-level high end" - The Absolute Sound

Like the music we love, we keep moving—evolving and pushing forward. We’ve reimagined our multi award-winning integrated amplifier for new clarity and depth. 80 Watts per channel give it complete authority over your music, to reveal every emotion and nuance.

Reveal new detail

Experience more musical detail than ever before. Subtle shifts in tone, harmonies, and instrument placement become crystal clear, immersing you in a vivid, three-dimensional soundstage where every instrument comes to life.

Raising the standard

Re-engineered for excellence, the CXA81 Mk II features premium components and an upgraded DAC. The result? Audio performance that exceeds expectations, delivering new levels of clarity and depth.

Seamlessly integrated

With enhanced connectivity including Bluetooth aptX HD, balanced XLR inputs, and Roon Tested compatibility, CXA81 Mk II integrates seamlessly into your system. Connect a second set of speakers to hear your music in another room.

Minimal design, maximal performance

Designed for performance over clutter, CXA81 Mk II keeps things minimal and focused. Its clean aluminium fascia features only what’s needed—power, input selectors, and a beautifully smooth volume control.

Evolved power, refined sound

"The CXA81 sets a new baseline for integrated amps at this level." - What Hi-Fi ★★★★★

Effortlessly musical

A custom Class AB amplifier combines the warmth of Class A with the efficiency of Class B, delivering a refined, balanced, and engaging sound. Its super-efficient short signal path reduces colouration, ensuring every note connects you to the emotional power of music.

The ultimate upgrade

The ESS ES9018K2M DAC brings energy and precision to digital music, revealing new layers of detail with audio clarity up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256.

Power and precision

With 80 Watts per channel, CXA81 Mk II delivers effortless power and dynamic range. Its toroidal transformer and dual taps provide a vivid, immersive soundstage, ensuring loud and quiet passages are handled with ease.

Ready to Roon

Seamlessly integrates with Roon for a next-level music experience, with easy USB connection to your PC or Mac.

Designed for Life

With elegant, minimalistic lines crafted from aluminium and steel, CXA81 Mk II is built to endure both physically and aesthetically.

Crafted for true musicality

Our London-based engineering team dedicated countless hours to listening, tuning, and refining every element of CXA81 Mk II. Every component was selected to achieve the ultimate in detail, depth, and musicality—delivering a performance that goes beyond expectations.

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Specifications

Power Output

80W RMS into 8 Ohms

120W RMS into 4 Ohms

DAC

ESS Sabre ES9018K2M

Frequency Response

<5Hz – 60kHz ±1dB

Inputs & Connectivity

Analogue Audio Inputs

1 × Balanced XLR

4 × RCA

Digital & Wireless Compatibility

TOSLINK Optical: 16/24bit PCM, 32–96kHz

S/PDIF Coaxial: 16/24bit PCM, 32–192kHz

USB: Audio Profile 1.0 / 2.0 (default 2.0)

– PCM up to 24-bit / 384kHz

– DSD up to DSD256 or DoP256

Bluetooth 4.2 A2DP / AVRCP supporting aptX HD (24bit / 48kHz)

Bluetooth aptX HD Receiver Built-In

Yes

Roon Tested

Yes

Control & Power

Remote Control

Yes

Max Power Consumption

750W

Standby Power Consumption

<0.5W

Physical

Dimensions (H × W × D)

115 × 430 × 341 mm

(4.5 × 16.9 × 13.4")

Weight

8.7 kg (19.1 lbs)

What’s in the Box

CXA81 Integrated Amplifier

Power Cable

Remote Control

3 × AAA Batteries

Control Bus Cable

Bluetooth Antenna

Quick Start Guide

Safety Guide

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