I was pleasantly surprised at the warm ultra clean sound from both analog and digital sources. I am using CA Solo MM phono stage so I can't comment on the internal phono stage but I would expect similar, which is great! As one who usually buys flagship-1 models, I took the chance on this one based on CA's reputation for warm accurate sound and imaging, and all the top reviews for this genuine bargain receiver. The AXR100 hasn't let me down. I also favor the digital display, as simple as it is, for dB sound level volume, and the ability to tweak the tone controls for my room. The subwoofer output for me is a must for bass reinforcement. It's got AM/FM but no HD FM and I don't use the radio anyway. I have a Sirius subscription and even though this receiver has no ... MoreI was pleasantly surprised at the warm ultra clean sound from both analog and digital sources. I am using CA Solo MM phono stage so I can't comment on the internal phono stage but I would expect similar, which is great! As one who usually buys flagship-1 models, I took the chance on this one based on CA's reputation for warm accurate sound and imaging, and all the top reviews for this genuine bargain receiver. The AXR100 hasn't let me down. I also favor the digital display, as simple as it is, for dB sound level volume, and the ability to tweak the tone controls for my room. The subwoofer output for me is a must for bass reinforcement. It's got AM/FM but no HD FM and I don't use the radio anyway. I have a Sirius subscription and even though this receiver has no network interface, it has Bluetooth which paired immediately and I use an Ipod-touch for network connectivity and streaming. So all in all, it had everything, more than the integrated amps I was considering for double the dollars, and makes me a happy camper. My "analog+" system consists of a modified Thorens MK166MKII turntable, Ortofon Super OMP Stylus 30, Cambridge Audio Solo MM external phono stage, Michael Green Rev6i speakers and a Yamaha CDX-1100U CD deck. I use the internal DAC from the AXR and the sound is superb! 3.5MM AUX is tied to a tube based headphone/pre-amp. "lovely sound" Thank you Cambridge Audio.

I had almost decided to give up on a pair of B&W DM580 speakers that did not sing under the power of my Yamaha RX-V483 receiver. Lucky a friend who has already taken the HiFi plunge recommended a higher end amplifier and matched the Cambridge Audio AXR100 with my needs and budget. I was even more delighted to find this refurbished unit being sold directly by the manufacturer. This amplifier produces amazing results with the speakers and you cannot beat the $400 price tag. Thank you Cambridge Audio for making such a high end option available to those with a modest budget!

I bought this a couple of weeks ago from The Glasgow Store, I had been looking for a stereo Amp for a short while, I decided to go in to Richer Sounds Glasgow to see what the had to offer. I have been a regular customer for over 10yrs and I was confident that the staff could help me, to be honest I was not looking at buying a Cambridge product because I got unfair information from an audio friend of mine who repairs audio products.I had a good look and asked lots of product questions, I finally decided to buy the Cambridge Audio AXR100, Nedis HQSS4623 1.5M, ,they only had one of them left so I guess that I was lucky, I was looking for a black coloured item but seemingly this item came in another colour, anyway I bought the Amp and a couple of pairs of Nedis ... MoreI bought this a couple of weeks ago from The Glasgow Store, I had been looking for a stereo Amp for a short while, I decided to go in to Richer Sounds Glasgow to see what the had to offer. I have been a regular customer for over 10yrs and I was confident that the staff could help me, to be honest I was not looking at buying a Cambridge product because I got unfair information from an audio friend of mine who repairs audio products.I had a good look and asked lots of product questions, I finally decided to buy the Cambridge Audio AXR100, Nedis HQSS4623 1.5M, ,they only had one of them left so I guess that I was lucky, I was looking for a black coloured item but seemingly this item came in another colour, anyway I bought the Amp and a couple of pairs of Nedis optical cables.The optical cable looked and are solid and lend themselves easily to connecting to the Amp, The Amp was a little heavy but I had no problems placing it in my HI-FI unit, the front of the Amp is very plain and easy to read the words on the buttons and when you switch it on it emits a pleasing white light.I was now ready to connect my turntable, my new twin cassette ( Bought from Richer Sounds, Leeds.) my Mini Disc rec/player and my CDR player all of which I bought at some point from Richer Sounds Glasgow.I very much appreciated the advise that the member of staff gave to me prior to my making a purchase.I also bought the six year warranty which I will get back if I don't make a claim, It was weird setting up all my audio equipment after such a long time of non use and when I was finished all I had to do was to connect my new Wharfdale Diamond 9.0 speakers, also bought at Richer Sounds and then I just relaxed and listened to my music.The Cambridge Amp gave a very positive response and any fears about the product had disappeared.It just goes to show that you should not listen to what other people say about a particular product, why you may think that I go back to Richer Sounds, well to be totally honest its the valuable information that you get and the genuine interest that the staff have to give, I was made to feel welcome, even some of the staff remembered me from years ago.I would totally recommend that if you are in the market for new audio or visual equipment then this should be your first and last shop, you just can't go wrong.