Cambridge Audio CXA81 Amplifier

Why Buy New is pleased to offer for sale, this superb Cambridge Audio CXA81 Amplifier.

It comes in the original box and packaging and includes a Bluetooth antenna, power cable, quick start guide and remote control. 

This has been tested and is in full working order. It is sold with our own 3 month warranty.

The cosmetic condition is excellent. There are some very minor difficult to see marks. Please see the condition in the images.

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CXA81 Integrated Stereo Amplifier

An award-winning amplifier that offers high power, detailed sound, and versatile connectivity options, the CXA81 delivers an immersive audio experience designed for discerning listeners. Its Class AB amplification and advanced ESS Sabre DAC provide clarity and depth, revealing every nuance in your music collection.

Key Features

• 80W Power per Channel: Capable of driving demanding speakers with ease, delivering up to 120W into 4 Ohms.
• Class AB Amplification: Combines the musicality of Class A with the efficiency of Class B for balanced, distortion-free sound.
• Toroidal Transformer: Ensures stable power and a wide, vivid soundstage for dynamic audio.
• High-Quality ESS Sabre ES9016 DAC: Supports up to 24-bit/384kHz and DSD256, bringing digital music to life.
• Comprehensive Connectivity:
  Digital Inputs: TOSLINK, Coaxial, USB Audio
  Analog Inputs: 4x RCA, 1x balanced XLR for superior audio quality
  Bluetooth aptX HD: High-res wireless streaming from compatible devices

Sound Performance

• Detailed Sound: Reveals subtle textures and details with a defined soundstage that allows instrument placement.
• Effortlessly Musical: Optimised capacitor values in the Class AB stage ensure minimal interference and pure, emotive audio.
• Dynamic Power: Dual power taps for each channel and a large toroidal transformer support both quiet and loud passages with precision.

Technical Specifications

Power Output

• 8 Ohms: 80W RMS
• 4 Ohms: 120W RMS

DAC

• ESS Sabre ES9016K2M

Frequency Response

• <5Hz – 60kHz, ±1dB

Analog Audio Inputs

• 1x balanced XLR
• 4x RCA

Digital Audio Inputs

• 1x S/PDIF coaxial
• 2x TOSLINK optical
• 1x USB Audio
• Bluetooth (integrated, 4.2 with aptX HD support)

Compatibility

• TOSLINK Optical: 16/24bit, 32-96kHz PCM
• S/PDIF Coaxial: 16/24bit, 32-192kHz PCM
• USB Audio: Profile 1.0/2.0, up to 24-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD256/DoP256
• Bluetooth: 4.2, supports aptX HD (24bit, 48kHz)