AXA35 vs Rotel A8
The A8's power @ 8ω is 30W against the AXA35's 35W, its signal-to-noise 90 dB against 82 dB, its damping factor 80 against 50, and its thd 0.030% against 0.010%.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$300 - $449
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the AXA35
The Cambridge Audio AXA35 is an entry-level audiophile integrated amplifier delivering 35 watts per channel into 8 ohms. It features a built-in moving magnet phono preamplifier for direct turntable connection, making it ideal for vinyl enthusiasts. The amplifier includes four RCA line inputs, a dedicated phono input, and a front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input with 10dB volume boost for portable devices. A large 6.35mm headphone jack enables private listening sessions. The unit offers adjustable bass and treble controls via remote, a white LED dot matrix display showing source and volume, and an all-metal case inspired by Cambridge Audio's flagship Edge Series. The minimalist design features a lunar grey aluminum trim and black steel cabinet with a floating base aesthetic. Includes remote control, power cable, and 2 AAA batteries.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 35W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
- Damping Factor
- 50
- Input Impedance
- 47000Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.010%
- SNR
- 82 dB
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- Adjustable Loading
- No
- Loading Options
- 47000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- No
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, Phono, 3.5mm
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, 1/4 inch headphone jack
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 430 × 83 × 335 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.6 kg (12 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 35W
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