Cambridge Audio Evo150

[McThommo]

I went from a Cyrus 6XPD amp to a CA EVO 150 about 2 years ago and have only great things to say about it. I use ethernet to play digital files I have, as well as the usual online gubbins and I also have a Pro Jet Debut pro that I use for my vinyl. Small room with pair of Neat Iotas and JBL subwoofer and can be happier

 

[The_Lecht_Rocks]

I went from a Cyrus 6XPD amp to a CA EVO 150 about 2 years ago and have only great things to say about it. I use ethernet to play digital files I have, as well as the usual online gubbins and I also have a Pro Jet Debut pro that I use for my vinyl. Small room with pair of Neat Iotas and JBL subwoofer and can be happier

nice ! must assume your in a space saving scenario @McThommo

 

[spl84]

Another reason I wanted the 150 is because it has a dedicated sub output. If I happen to get an amp without that output is there another way or perhaps a better way to connect a sub?

 

[nopiano]

Another reason I wanted the 150 is because it has a dedicated sub output. If I happen to get an amp without that output is there another way or perhaps a better way to connect a sub?

Most subs can connect to the line outputs as an alternative.

 

[spl84]

Most subs can connect to the line outputs as an alternative.

Thanks nopiano... I should have known that by now😄

 

[The_Lecht_Rocks]

@spl84 ; going back to the original post, are you limiting yourself to a "one-box-solution" or are you open to separates ?
if so, what are your preferred sources ? stream / phono / CD ?
finally, are you setting a budget circa £2000 a-la-EVO150 ?

 

[spl84]

@spl84 ; going back to the original post, are you limiting yourself to a "one-box-solution" or are you open to separates ?
if so, what are your preferred sources ? stream / phono / CD ?
finally, are you setting a budget circa £2000 a-la-EVO150 ?

At this point yes. Maybe down the road I would get into separates. I'm just trying to get away from the "el cheapo" amp I'm currently using. I actually just purchased a PS-Audio Stellar Strata integrated amp this afternoon. Being a refurbished unit I got a got a good deal on it. I realize that the 150 is probably a better unit but its also significantly more pricey. So hopefully this will be a nice step up and tide me over until I get into separate components later on down the road. The Stellar Strata is supposed to handle down to a 2ohm load and it looks promising to me anyway. The best part is I have a trial period to test it out and see if it meets my expectations...

 

[The_Lecht_Rocks]

At this point yes. Maybe down the road I would get into separates. I'm just trying to get away from the "el cheapo" amp I'm currently using. I actually just purchased a PS-Audio Stellar Strata integrated amp this afternoon. Being a refurbished unit I got a got a good deal on it. I realize that the 150 is probably a better unit but its also significantly more pricey. So hopefully this will be a nice step up and tide me over until I get into separate components later on down the road. The Stellar Strata is supposed to handle down to a 2ohm load and it looks promising to me anyway. The best part is I have a trial period to test it out and see if it meets my expectations...

I am unfamiliar with it I am afraid. anyway, good luck and enjoy the upgrade journey !

 

[spl84]

I am unfamiliar with it I am afraid. anyway, good luck and enjoy the upgrade journey

Thanks! I'll be sure to follow up with a report. My current plans are to upgrade my TT with a Rega P6 and possibly a Rega MK3 phonostage. From the little bit of reading I've done its supposed to be a killer combo...

 

[The_Lecht_Rocks]

Thanks! I'll be sure to follow up with a report. My current plans are to upgrade my TT with a Rega P6 and possibly a Rega MK3 phonostage. From the little bit of reading I've done its supposed to be a killer combo...

Have a look also at Michal Fidler Spartan series phono stages

 

[nopiano]

At this point yes. Maybe down the road I would get into separates. I'm just trying to get away from the "el cheapo" amp I'm currently using. I actually just purchased a PS-Audio Stellar Strata integrated amp this afternoon. Being a refurbished unit I got a got a good deal on it. I realize that the 150 is probably a better unit but its also significantly more pricey. So hopefully this will be a nice step up and tide me over until I get into separate components later on down the road. The Stellar Strata is supposed to handle down to a 2ohm load and it looks promising to me anyway. The best part is I have a trial period to test it out and see if it meets my expectations...

It’s pretty decent, and has an ICE rather than Hypex class D module as Cambridge uses. I never understand when amps are changed within a couple of years, but parts supply sometimes necessitates changes.

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Thorough enough review above. Let us know how you enjoy it! 🙂