Compact MXW70 amplifier from Cambridge Audio matches flawlessly with top-rated MXN10 streamer
Revamped Hi-Fi Delight: Cambridge Audio's MXW70 Power Amplifier Unveiled
Step into the realm of refined sound and compact elegance with the latest addition to Cambridge Audio's MX range - the MXW70 power stereo amplifier. This sleek newcomer teams up magnificently with the five-star, award-winning MXN10 music streamer, creating a stunningly sleek hi-fi system that's a dream for smaller spaces.
The MXW70 flaunts Class-D amplification bolstered by Hypex NCore technology, similar to the five-star Evo 75 and Evo 150 streaming amps. Powering 70 watts per channel into 8 ohms, it aims to deliver "high efficiency and a compact form without compromising the rich, musical sound quality [Cambridge Audio] is renowned for". The MXW70 claims to be capable of driving more demanding speakers too!
Playing in mono mode will gift you a whopping 250 watts of bridgeable power, should you choose to use two MXW70s in your system. No shying away from amplitude, that's for sure!
Round the back, you'll find a selection of speaker terminals, balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA stereo line-level inputs, and switches to choose between these inputs and mono/stereo mode.
Combining the MXW70 with the MXN10 streamer in preamplifier mode allows the streamer to handle all volume and source duties. Control the system with ease using Cambridge Audio's StreamMagic app.
Think of it as a chiseled, Lunar Grey metallic beauty that blends seamlessly with other Cambridge Audio products. A joy to behold and even greater to listen to!
Get ready to welcome the MXW70 into your life this summer for just £499/$599/€599. The MXN10 streamer/preamplifier, meanwhile, retails at £349/$499/€399 (at the time of writing). So, gather your pennies, your space, and your love for audiophile excellence because this duo is going to light up your world for £848/$1098/€998 (provided there’s no bundle discount). Here's hoping the MXW70 lives up to the high standards set by the hugely engaging and capable MXN10!
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The Cambridge Audio MXW70 power amplifier: A Closer Look
Overall:
The MXW70 is a compact, half-width power amplifier that promises high performance in limited spaces. Equipped with Class D amplification leveraging Hypex NCORE technology and flexible connectivity options, it is an excellent addition to small living spaces or for crafting a high-quality, minimalist hi-fi system.
Key Features
- Class D Amplification with Hypex NCORE Technology
- Cambridge Audio-fine-tuned Hypex NCORE modules for top-tier sound quality[1][2][3].
- Compact Form Factor
- Half-width chassis (215mm wide), easily stackable with the MXN10 streamer or DACMagic 200M[1][2].
- Flexible Connectivity
- Inputs: Both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA stereo line-level inputs[1][2][3].
- Mono/Stereo Operation
- Function in stereo or bridged mono mode with dual MXW70s for powerful mono output[1][3].
- Modern Convenience
- 12V trigger input and pass-through for smart system integration[3].
- USB adapter for auto on/off with the MXN10 streamer via the StreamMagic app[2][3].
- Premium Build
- All-metal casework in Lunar Grey, consistent with other Cambridge Audio products[2].
Performance Specifications
| Specification | Value ||----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|| Power Output | 2 × 70W (8Ω stereo), 2 × 125W (4Ω stereo), 250W (8Ω mono) || Amplification Type | Class D, Hypex NCORE || Inputs | Balanced XLR, Unbalanced RCA || Speaker Connectors | 4mm banana plug/binding post || Trigger | 12V trigger input/pass-through || Control | Auto on/off via USB (with MXN10), manual switches || Dimensions | Half-width (215mm), compact form factor |
- The MXW70 power amplifier, the latest addition from Cambridge Audio's MX range, teams up magnificently with the award-winning MXN10 music streamer, creating a stunningly sleek hi-fi system for smaller spaces.
- The MXW70 flaunts Class-D amplification bolstered by Hypex NCore technology and aims to deliver high efficiency and a compact form without compromising on the rich, musical sound quality for which Cambridge Audio is renowned.
- With Class-D amplification and Hypex NCore technology, playing in mono mode offers a whopping 250 watts of bridgeable power, suitable for driving more demanding speakers.
- In terms of connectivity, the MXW70 provides a selection of speaker terminals, balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA stereo line-level inputs, and switches to choose between these inputs and mono/stereo mode.
- Connecting the MXW70 with the MXN10 streamer in preamplifier mode allows the streamer to handle all volume and source duties, which can be controlled easily using Cambridge Audio's StreamMagic app.
- The MXW70 is a chiseled, Lunar Grey metallic beauty that blends seamlessly with other Cambridge Audio products, making it a joy to behold and even greater to listen to.
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