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Cambridge Audio AXA35 35 Watt 2-Channel Integrated Stereo Amplifier | Built-in Phono-Stage | .25 Inch Jack, 3.5mm Aux

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  • ✓ SIMPLE DESIGN, AMAZING SOUND – Cambridge Audio designed the AXA35 to be a perfect entry level amp for turntable and audio enthusiasts. The AXA35 has 35 watts per channel, 1/4 inch headphone socket, and 4 analogue inputs.
  • ✓ QUALITY ENGINEERING – Inside the AXA35 you’ll find high quality components: featuring short signal paths, high spec heat sink, and damped power supply for the best sound quality in its class.
  • ✓ EASILY CONNECT ALL OF YOUR EQUIPMENT - The AXA35 has four analogue inputs so you can connect your CD player, streamer, tv, or game consoles for an incredible sound experience.
  • ✓ CONNECT BLUETOOTH OR AUDIO STREAMER – The AXA35 features a USB port so you can connect a Bluetooth receiver (sold separately) or smart audio streaming device such as Google Chromecast Audio to enjoy wireless freedom and amazing sound.
  • ✓ TECH SPECS - POWER OUTPUT 35 watts (into 8 Ohms), FREQUENCY RESPONSE (-3dB) 5Hz - 50kHz, S/N RATIO (REF 1W) >82dB (unweighted), INPUT IMPEDANCES 47k ohms, MAX. POWER CONSUMPTION 260W, BASS/TREBLE CONTROLS Shelving, ultimate boost/cut +/- 10dB @ 100Hz and 10kHz

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Step up to Hi-Fi

The AX Series pairs high quality with outstanding value for money and is the perfect way for the Hi-Fi curious to build their first stacking separates system. Taking design cues from our award-winning Edge and CX ranges, we designed the AX components to be a straightforward introduction to Great British Sound. It will change the way you appreciate music forever. Your journey starts here.

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Precise and Powerful

The AXA35 delivers 35 Watts of power per channel. Delivering an impressively open sound stage, instruments feel three dimensional and present in the room with you, and every note is clearly defined.

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Put the Needle on The Record

Thanks to the AXA35's built-in Moving Magnet (MM) phono-stage, enjoying the warm sound of your vinyl collection has never been easier. There are no need for any extra boxes in your set-up, simply plug your turntable in and your set. The only thing you need to worry about is which record to spin first.

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Get Connected

The AXA35 features a handy aux-input on its front panel, so using an optional cable it's easy to plug in your smartphone or MP3 player and listen to your favourite playlists.

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Private Listening

For those moments when your fancy some private listening time, thanks to the 6.3mm headphone out on the AXA35, you can listen to your favourite music through headphones.

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Control. In the Palm of your Hand.

The AXA35 comes supplied with a remote control meaning you can sit back, relax and pump up the volume from the comfort of your sofa.

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Designed and Engineered in the UK

For the last 50 years, we’ve worked hard to deliver products that help you to hear your music at it’s very best - with nothing added, nothing taken away. Designed and engineered in London, by the same team responsible for our award-winning Hi-Fi, Melomania 1+ are no exception. Immerse yourself in high-quality audio, without the hassle of wires, wherever you are.

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Customers like the sound quality, quality, value, and build quality of the electronic component amplifier. They mention that the sound is pleasant, detailed, and tight, with an open clear soundstage. They appreciate the performance, saying that it provides basic functionality and is impressive. Customers also appreciate appearance, ease of use, and clarity.

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30 customers mention27 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the electronic component amplifier. They mention that the sound is pleasant, very neutral, but with a sublime intensity. The bass is far more detailed and tight, the highs are crisp without being overbearing, and the dynamics and the open clear soundstage are great. Customers also say that the Cambridge Audio AX is groovy, smooth, and has a warm satisfying listening experience. It has 4 analogue inputs and a phono input added. Overall, customers say that it provides a great clarity, detail at low volume, and impressive rhythmic drive.

"...The combination sounds WAY BETTER than $70 more- the bass is far more detailed and tight, the highs are crisp without being fatiguing, and vocals..." Read more

"...but it's timing , separation of instrumental lines and rhythmic drive are impressive...." Read more

"...It's very satisfying, especially at quite low volume...." Read more

"...Sonically it's smooth, heavy in the lower mids, upper lows. True analog sound and is perfect for spinning vinyls...." Read more

16 customers mention13 positive3 negative

Customers like the quality of the electronic component amplifier. They say it's a very good amp, decent analog integrated amp, and wonderful amp. They also say the output devices are top notch and the power supply is top rated. Some say it has enough power to run two Klipsch RP 500-ll.

"For the right type of setup- this amplifier is staggeringly good...." Read more

"...-Simply put, this amp plays MUSIC and plays it well...." Read more

"...SO, if you want a very decent analog integrated amp for both your older and newer source equipment that is in the value price range, you'd be hard..." Read more

"...I'm no audio freak, just like quality sound. The ears don't lie. Plenty of power to run two Klipsch RP 500 -ll (great speakers by the way) No sub..." Read more

14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the value of the electronic component amplifier. They mention that it has a built-in phono stage and sounds good for the money.

"...to sum up, the Cambridge is the best amp of the bunch, and the cheapest to purchase. The build quality is definitely NOT cheap though...." Read more

"...for both your older and newer source equipment that is in the value price range, you'd be hard pressed to do better than the AXA35." Read more

"...both costing far more but I have to admit this might be the best bang for buck of the 3...." Read more

"...Sounds great. I like the auto power down. Good value for the money. It also runs much cooler than my old NAD that it replaced...." Read more

10 customers mention7 positive3 negative

Customers like the build quality of the electronic component amplifier. They say it's durable, holds up surprisingly well, and punches above its weight.

"...The build quality is definitely NOT cheap though. It looks and sounds spectacular...." Read more

"...Amazingly, the little Cambridge holds up surprisingly well-Obviously it lacks the last degree of ambience ,detail and transparency but it's timing..." Read more

"Piece of junk broke down in less than 6 months. Amazon isn't helpful for repairs or returns so I have to deal with this UK company myself...." Read more

"...It's easy to use, solid build, looks very nice...." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the amplifier. They mention that it provides basic functionality, but very good sound and is plenty powerful for their Klipsch R-51M speakers and Yamaha subwoofer. Some say that the amplifier is adequate with some quirks, but the analog performance is competitive well above its price point. The remote works great and is much needed for their needs. Overall, most are happy with the product's performance and recommend it to others.

"...It’s FAR smaller than these other 2, plays well, but you have to crank the volume way up compared to the other 2 amps...." Read more

"...-Simply put, this amp plays MUSIC and plays it well...." Read more

"...The payoff is analog performance competitive well above its price point. It's rated at 35 watts per channel into 8 ohms...." Read more

"...It has 4 analogue inputs and a phono input added. The remote works great also and much needed for my needs. Check out the AXA35 amp for yourself...." Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the electronic component amplifier. They mention that it is a great looking amp, with a class AB design and spectacular sound quality. The volume knob feels great and the display is nice, but not really legible from a distance. The amplifier is compact and uncluttered, and it has a nice color.

"...The volume knob feels great, the display is nice- but not really legible from across the room...." Read more

"...impressively large toroid for this class of equipment with clean circuit board layouts...." Read more

"...It's easy to use, solid build, looks very nice...." Read more

"...So far so good. Old school simplicity, elegant slim design, and those Brits seem to have left off the bells and whistle amplifier junk that you do..." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers find the electronic component amplifier easy to use. They say it has an old school simplicity, elegant slim design, and is uncluttered.

"...It's easy to use, solid build, looks very nice...." Read more

"...Sound quality and ease of use are outstanding*Enough Power to run Klipsch Heresy’s with a sub.*..." Read more

"...What can I say but that I am very pleased. So far so good. Old school simplicity, elegant slim design, and those Brits seem to have left off the..." Read more

"Attractive, compact, uncluttered, and I like the color. Sounds great. I like the auto power down. Good value for the money...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the clarity of the electronic component amplifier. They say it has great clarity, detail at low volume, and is able to reveal detail in a sublime chamber music performance. They also mention that the staging is deep and clearly focused. Customers also say the amplifier is very analogous and has precise components designed in.

"...Denon- but it’s not neutral- it sounds fatter to my ears- richer and detailed, but lacks punch compared to the other two...." Read more

"...-The presentation leans toward warmth and with a more forward, upfront directness. Staging is deep, clearly focused but not broad...." Read more

"...The AXA35 is able to reveal detail in a sublime chamber music performance and favorite quiet passages like the adagio of the middle movement of..." Read more

"...Cambridge units have quality engineering and precise components designed in them. It has 4 analogue inputs and a phono input added...." Read more

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For the right type of setup- this amplifier is staggeringly good. I have directly compared it to the NAD 3020 (the Cambridge sounds like it makes MUCH more power despite the identical rating) and the Denon PM6000 (the Denon absolutely plays louder- like WAY louder- but sounds restricted in the music it reproduces compared to the Cambridge which sounds open, full range, punchier in the bass, and effortless.) I have this amp in my bedroom running some Paradigm Reference Q100b’s with inputs supplied by an Arylic S50 Pro+. Obviously at this price point Cambridge made a pretty big concession- no digital inputs at all. That said- an Arylic S50 is $220 and gives you streaming and plenty of digital inputs along with a pretty decent DAC- so the 2 pieces together cost $70 more than the Denon. The combination sounds WAY BETTER than $70 more- the bass is far more detailed and tight, the highs are crisp without being fatiguing, and vocals are incredibly clear. I can’t speak to the long term durability as I have only had it for a couple days- but I’ve never had a stereo component outright fail on me before and as solid as this one feels I doubt it will be my first. The volume knob feels great, the display is nice- but not really legible from across the room. The remote is unremarkable but successfully makes the amp louder or quieter on command so it’s hard to complain. The sound from the NAD 3020 is better than the Denon- but it’s not neutral- it sounds fatter to my ears- richer and detailed, but lacks punch compared to the other two. That said- the NAD is a really good all-in-one type solution for a simple system as it has digital inputs and a subwoofer out. It’s FAR smaller than these other 2, plays well, but you have to crank the volume way up compared to the other 2 amps. So to sum up, the Cambridge is the best amp of the bunch, and the cheapest to purchase. The build quality is definitely NOT cheap though. It looks and sounds spectacular. My second choice would be the NAD, for its size and flexibility- though if you want to play music loud- you’ll want to look elsewhere. The Denon is a great amp, has digital connections and Bluetooth. It’s let down by a soundstage that never extends beyond the width of the speakers and feels like it’s centered well behind them. It is a monster on the power front- I can’t imagine anyone turning it up past 50% in a very large room- but because the soundstage is what it is, despite the extra volume it never sounds like it ever comes “alive”. Maybe it’s a bad pairing with my Paradigms, but I’ve heard these speakers with a similarly powered Marantz and they sounded better there. For $350 if there is a better stereo amplifier out there- I’ve not seen or heard it. To add the digital streaming/connectivity to bring it on par with the other 2 makes the price the same, but provides superior sound quality, and flexibility. An outstanding choice.
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For the right type of setup- this amplifier is staggeringly good. I have directly compared it to the NAD 3020 (the Cambridge sounds like it makes MUCH more power despite the identical rating) and the Denon PM6000 (the Denon absolutely plays louder- like WAY louder- but sounds restricted in the music it reproduces compared to the Cambridge which sounds open, full range, punchier in the bass, and effortless.) I have this amp in my bedroom running some Paradigm Reference Q100b’s with inputs supplied by an Arylic S50 Pro+. Obviously at this price point Cambridge made a pretty big concession- no digital inputs at all. That said- an Arylic S50 is $220 and gives you streaming and plenty of digital inputs along with a pretty decent DAC- so the 2 pieces together cost $70 more than the Denon. The combination sounds WAY BETTER than $70 more- the bass is far more detailed and tight, the highs are crisp without being fatiguing, and vocals are incredibly clear. I can’t speak to the long term durability as I have only had it for a couple days- but I’ve never had a stereo component outright fail on me before and as solid as this one feels I doubt it will be my first. The volume knob feels great, the display is nice- but not really legible from across the room. The remote is unremarkable but successfully makes the amp louder or quieter on command so it’s hard to complain. The sound from the NAD 3020 is better than the Denon- but it’s not neutral- it sounds fatter to my ears- richer and detailed, but lacks punch compared to the other two. That said- the NAD is a really good all-in-one type solution for a simple system as it has digital inputs and a subwoofer out. It’s FAR smaller than these other 2, plays well, but you have to crank the volume way up compared to the other 2 amps. So to sum up, the Cambridge is the best amp of the bunch, and the cheapest to purchase. The build quality is definitely NOT cheap though. It looks and sounds spectacular. My second choice would be the NAD, for its size and flexibility- though if you want to play music loud- you’ll want to look elsewhere. The Denon is a great amp, has digital connections and Bluetooth. It’s let down by a soundstage that never extends beyond the width of the speakers and feels like it’s centered well behind them. It is a monster on the power front- I can’t imagine anyone turning it up past 50% in a very large room- but because the soundstage is what it is, despite the extra volume it never sounds like it ever comes “alive”. Maybe it’s a bad pairing with my Paradigms, but I’ve heard these speakers with a similarly powered Marantz and they sounded better there. For $350 if there is a better stereo amplifier out there- I’ve not seen or heard it. To add the digital streaming/connectivity to bring it on par with the other 2 makes the price the same, but provides superior sound quality, and flexibility. An outstanding choice.
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For the right type of setup- this amplifier is staggeringly good. I have directly compared it to the NAD 3020 (the Cambridge sounds like it makes MUCH more power despite the identical rating) and the Denon PM6000 (the Denon absolutely plays louder- like WAY louder- but sounds restricted in the music it reproduces compared to the Cambridge which sounds open, full range, punchier in the bass, and effortless.) I have this amp in my bedroom running some Paradigm Reference Q100b’s with inputs supplied by an Arylic S50 Pro+. Obviously at this price point Cambridge made a pretty big concession- no digital inputs at all. That said- an Arylic S50 is $220 and gives you streaming and plenty of digital inputs along with a pretty decent DAC- so the 2 pieces together cost $70 more than the Denon. The combination sounds WAY BETTER than $70 more- the bass is far more detailed and tight, the highs are crisp without being fatiguing, and vocals are incredibly clear. I can’t speak to the long term durability as I have only had it for a couple days- but I’ve never had a stereo component outright fail on me before and as solid as this one feels I doubt it will be my first. The volume knob feels great, the display is nice- but not really legible from across the room. The remote is unremarkable but successfully makes the amp louder or quieter on command so it’s hard to complain. The sound from the NAD 3020 is better than the Denon- but it’s not neutral- it sounds fatter to my ears- richer and detailed, but lacks punch compared to the other two. That said- the NAD is a really good all-in-one type solution for a simple system as it has digital inputs and a subwoofer out. It’s FAR smaller than these other 2, plays well, but you have to crank the volume way up compared to the other 2 amps. So to sum up, the Cambridge is the best amp of the bunch, and the cheapest to purchase. The build quality is definitely NOT cheap though. It looks and sounds spectacular. My second choice would be the NAD, for its size and flexibility- though if you want to play music loud- you’ll want to look elsewhere. The Denon is a great amp, has digital connections and Bluetooth. It’s let down by a soundstage that never extends beyond the width of the speakers and feels like it’s centered well behind them. It is a monster on the power front- I can’t imagine anyone turning it up past 50% in a very large room- but because the soundstage is what it is, despite the extra volume it never sounds like it ever comes “alive”. Maybe it’s a bad pairing with my Paradigms, but I’ve heard these speakers with a similarly powered Marantz and they sounded better there. For $350 if there is a better stereo amplifier out there- I’ve not seen or heard it. To add the digital streaming/connectivity to bring it on par with the other 2 makes the price the same, but provides superior sound quality, and flexibility. An outstanding choice.
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-This Cambridge AXA35 amp was purchased to replace a dying vintage Rega Brio in a cheap-n-cheery secondary CD/stream- based bedroom system.
-My primary vinyl prioritized sound system is relatively sophisticated with a total value around $50K.
Amazingly, the little Cambridge holds up surprisingly well-Obviously it lacks the last degree of ambience ,detail and transparency but it's timing , separation of instrumental lines and rhythmic drive are impressive.
-The presentation leans toward warmth and with a more forward, upfront directness. Staging is deep, clearly focused but not broad. There tends to be a slight softness to note shaping/attack at both frequency extremes but they are of the forgiving kind rather than irritating or disappointing .
-Simply put, this amp plays MUSIC and plays it well. If you're looking to recreate a 3 dimensional concert hall venue or play at stadium rock sound levels, it falls short-If it's singing along ,shedding a tear, air guitar or dancing you're after, this little Cambridge can do it and do it for far less than one would expect.
-I've heard many systems and components at many times this price that could resolve all sorts of detail and/or produce startling soundstages and not be able to play a tune as well as the AXA35.

-Looking thru the casing vents shows an impressively large toroid for this class of equipment with clean circuit board layouts. The designers appear to have put their resources into the components responsible for the greatest musical benefits for the money and cut back on the things that don't. The only place where I feel they went a bit too far are the speaker binding posts.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2022
This is an analog-only design without built-in Bluetooth or DAC. The payoff is analog performance competitive well above its price point. It's rated at 35 watts per channel into 8 ohms. I'm driving a pair of Polk Monitor 60 towers with ease, enough ummph to blow my neighbors out of the building if I was at all prone to do that. I have a Focusrite Scarlett USB interface box to provide line-level input to the amp from a mini Windows box I use as a media server. The first thing I noticed is I could trim down the line output of the Scarlett into its sweet spot, whereas I had to bury the control in order adequately to drive the input of the old receiver I previously was using. So I definitely have a good match there. I also have the Cambridge CD player, a Samsung TV, an old tape deck, and my vintage turntable attached to the other inputs. If I want to use the phone through Bluetooth, I just plug a small receiver into the "Aux" connector on the front panel, to which the amp automatically switches over on input A1. The sound: I'm no golden ear, but I find the sound warm, rich, and spacious compared to the old receiver. It's very satisfying, especially at quite low volume. The AXA35 is able to reveal detail in a sublime chamber music performance and favorite quiet passages like the adagio of the middle movement of Rachmaninov's 2nd piano concerto. I'm impressed! A word about the AXA35 phono stage: My venerable Stanton 500e cartridge on my classic 1970s Fisher turntable never sounded better. SO, if you want a very decent analog integrated amp for both your older and newer source equipment that is in the value price range, you'd be hard pressed to do better than the AXA35.
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Luciano Barreto
5.0 out of 5 stars Som primoroso.
Reviewed in Brazil on October 27, 2022
Um equipamento de ótima qualidade com um som limpo e parece ter mais potencia do que o prometido. Adorei a marca. Espero que seja o primeiro de vários.
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Luciano Barreto
5.0 out of 5 stars Som primoroso.
Reviewed in Brazil on October 27, 2022
Um equipamento de ótima qualidade com um som limpo e parece ter mais potencia do que o prometido. Adorei a marca. Espero que seja o primeiro de vários.
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Mike Canadian
5.0 out of 5 stars Great basic amp with no frills, Great seller. delivered several days earlier than expected.
Reviewed in Canada on December 12, 2021
A fantasic sounding amp. It has a little more than its specified 35 watt per channel. I read two independant lab reports stating it is a solid 41wpc or so at 8 ohms nominal. Im currently running a pair of small monitors rated at 85 db. It powers them adequatly at a comfortable listening level in a small medium sized room at half volume. It will be even better with higher sensitivity speakers. It has a slightly warm tytpical class AB design sound. Perfect sound profile for my preference.
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ある人
5.0 out of 5 stars 素晴らしい音と潔さ
Reviewed in Japan on March 30, 2024
内蔵フォノイコも良く、安心して高音質で楽しめます。
入力がAUXとフォノのみで、デジタルはDACから持ってきて〜と言わんばかりのシンプルな潔さが気に入っています。

バナナプラグのところは、わかりにくかったけど苦笑。説明書にも何も買いてないし、最初気づきませんでしたよ。
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Mongol
5.0 out of 5 stars Upgrading from my 70’s Sansui A40
Reviewed in Canada on March 13, 2023
I’m really happy with this purchase. I’ve upgraded from my Sansui A40 and from the get-go, I already heard more clarity on the bass. Although the bass is not as much as I wanted so I hooked it up to a Soundtage subwoofer and there it is! Perfect! I use the Fluance RT-85 and vintage Boston Acoustics A60’s. Now, I’m just waiting for everything to “break-in” for the real sound to flourish. I’m happy but waiting to be even happier.
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Guanumbi do Tupi
4.0 out of 5 stars Cuidado com Apagado automático ( APD)
Reviewed in Brazil on January 12, 2023
Ao escolher esse modelo, é importante saber que o aparelho é arquitetado e programado após passar 20 minutos sem se mexer para desligar sozinho. Para desativar essa programação chamada APD( Auto Power Down), leia o manual de instrução, acessando a Web da marca. Só pena que não há versão portuguesa.