Cambridge 540A V2.0 or Rotel RA-04

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Can someone please advice what integrated amp is suitable and partner well with the B&W 685? Currently looking at the cambridge 540A and rotel RA-04.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

 

[Anonymous]

Between the two options, I would opt for the Rotel RA-04.

 

[Anonymous]

I agree. I would plum for the Rotel too. A great amplifier, this.

 

[Anonymous]

ValianTX:Between the two options, I would opt for the Rotel RA-04.
Me too but it's down to taste. I believe the Marantz will give you a nicer midrange but the Rotel is a better all rounder, i.e. it's weightier and punchier. This is all subjective of course.

 

[Anonymous]

my vote for ra-04
yes... pm6002+685 is a better match

 

[Anonymous]

Looking at the spec of RA-04 which has no remote control, will it drive the 685 efficiently? Any recommendation for other amp at about the same price point?

 

[Anonymous]

A used RA-03 or RA-06, 70W with a remote

 

[mattjax05]

I have the CA 540a v2 accompanied with a 640c v2 and BR5s.

I chose the 540 because it was the perfect match for the cdp, its also stylish, great build quality has a proper remote control..... oh yeah and the sound isn't bad either.

 

[batonwielder]

Either will be fine, as long as it has enough power to drive the 685's.

 

[d_a_n1979]

Rotel RA-04 all the way for me.

They will both drive the speakers fine but the Rotel has a mush better soundstage and it's definitly more asuited to the B&W sound.

 

[fatboyslimfast]

Rotel - I demo'd this in the summer and was very impressed for the money...

 

[Anonymous]

I forget to mention that it will also be partnering with the CA 640C, is the Rotel still be a better choice? What about NAD? What is the minimum watt needed to drive the B&W 685 efficiently?

 

[mattjax05]

Whats your preference? Obviously the 540 will look better next to the cdp and you will only need one remote to operate both. The 540 will be plenty powerful enough to accommodate the 685s but may slightly be beaten by the other examples in terms of listening pleasure. Swings and roundabouts if you ask me!

 

[Anonymous]

Fully understood, will try out all the mentioned amp to get the one that suit my taste.

Thanks so much everyone for the informative advice....