NAD, Cambridge Midrange?.

[PLuKE]

I have been listening to a NAD 320BEE against a CA 340A and the NAD had for my likeing to much midrange while listen to my B&W 685's, Where as the Cambridge was alot more smoother, Do all NAD amps shine there midrange off ?. Thanks.

 

[PLuKE]

Anyone. I sort of need to know ASAP as i want to exchange my CA Azur 340A for an Azur 640A, But only if all Cambridge Audio amps have the same smooth midrange, Unlike the NAD amps.

Thanks

 

[matthewpiano]

The midrange is a NAD strength. I'd say that the Cambridge amps are lacking in midrange hence the fact that vocals can sound a bit edgy. If you are not used to it I suppose the NAD sound can be a bit unusual, but it is much closer to the sound of live music IMO. If you didn't like the 320 you probably won't like NAD because its fairly representative.

 

[PLuKE]

Thanks for the reply.

I have been trying a NAD 320BEE and for my taste i dont like it, The midrange for me is abit to much, Myself and my mate was going between the NAD and the Cambridge, Yes the NADs midrange sound real, But i just find it to over powering for me, Where the Cambridge is a smooth and alittle toned down yet the treble is still there.

Am going to get the CA Azur 640a for abit more power and bass for my B&W 685's.

Thanks!.

 

[matthewpiano]

No problem. Looks like you've found the make that gives you what you want. Hope you enjoy the 640a.

 

[robg1976]

HI mate anyone reading my post will know im a big NAD fan but it comes to personal taste if you prefer the Cambridge you should get them we all like different products buy with your ears not the 5 star ratings .........