Cambridge Audio Edge M

Edge M Monoblock Power Amplifier Fully balanced from input to output – free from noise and distortion. Hand picked components – hours of listening to select only those that sound the best. Twin Toroidal Transformers – huge reserves of power for consistent tonality. Cambridge Audio proprietary Class XA Amplification - no audible crossover distortion. Perfect partners – pair two Edge Ms with the Edge NQ to create your perfect system. OVERVIEW Rediscover Music With Edge Our most refined monoblock power amplifier, the Edge M offers the same rhythmic coherence and depth of image as the rest of the Edge range, but with the power in reserve to drive even the most demanding of speakers. The Power to Deliver A pair of Edge M Monoblock Power Amplifiers have the power in reserve to drive even the most demanding of speakers with punch and clarity. Because each Edge M is fully balanced from input to output, they are immune from noisy distortion and free to deliver your music exactly as the artist intended – nothing added, nothing taken away – whatever the volume. Muscle With Finesse As powerful as a pair of Edge M amplifiers can be, they remain remarkably detailed. The sound is finely balanced with a depth and clarity that comes through with every note. We developed the whole Edge system by carefully listening to each component and only choosing the ones that blew us away. Nothing was picked on price or specs. The end result is a power amplifier that brings the original recording to life in truly spectacular fashion. More Musical Detail We pioneered the use of toroidal transformers in amplifiers, which led to improved performance. In Edge we take this one step further, using opposing symmetry twin toroidal transformers. This cancels out electromagnetic interference whilst offering outstanding power and maintaining consistent tonality, no matter how loud it’s played. Effortless Power Without Distortion Using standard Class A amplifier technology wasn’t going to be efficient enough for Edge M. Instead we added a bias voltage to a traditional Class AB design, reducing distortion to inaudible levels. This unique configuration also produces less heat and makes the whole system much more effective.   Perfect Partners Edge systems are designed to work in perfect synchronisation. Match a pair of Edge Ms with our most versatile Preamplifier Network Player, Edge NQ, to create a hi-fi system with a sound, and a look, unlike anything else.         REVIEW & AWARDS Cambridge Audio Edge NQ/M Streamer/Monoblocks - Read More "This streaming DAC/power amp combination has a lot going for it – gorgeous looks and a sound and build quality to match. It's simple both to install and use, and you won't need any tweakery to tease out their best. Cambridge Audio has got its 'no limits' series pretty much bang-on, and anyone who still thinks the brand is just about 'budget hi-fi' needs to know it's playing with the big boys now – with great success." - Andrew Everard   REVIEW: CAMBRIDGE AUDIO EDGE M: MONO POWER AMPLIFIER - Read More "Restrictions? Listeners who are explicitly looking for a silky, fragrant melodious sound in the dim chimney room of high fidelity, or who want to lose themselves in intellectual analysis instead of enjoying music, are encouraged to choose appropriate alternatives. The Cambridge Edge M don’t afford any extravagance and are something like the best buddies, with whom you can really party, who will still bring you home safely and reliably after the party, if need be …"   SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUOUS POWER OUTPUT (<1% THD+N) 200W RMS into 8 Ohms, 350W RMS into 4 Ohms THD (UNWEIGHTED) <0.002% 1kHz at rated power (8 Ohms) <0.02% 20Hz – 20kHz at rated power (8 Ohms) FREQUENCY RESPONSE (INTO 8 OHM) <3Hz – >80kHz +/-1dB S/N RATIO (REF 1W INTO 8 OHM) >93 dB S/N RATIO (REF MAX POWER) >115 dB GAIN 28dB (RCA)/ 22dB (XLR) INPUT SENSITIVITY 1.7V RMS (RCA) / 3.4V RMS (XLR) INPUT IMPEDANCES balanced 100k Ohm, unbalanced 47k Ohm INPUTS Balanced, Unbalanced OUTPUTS Speaker out, Loop out (balanced and unbalanced) MAX POWER CONSUMPTION 1000W STANDBY POWER CONSUMPTION <0.5W DIMENSIONS 150 x 460 x 405mm (5.9 x 18.1 x 15.9") WEIGHT 23.6kg (52.0lbs) IN THE BOX EDGE M Monoblock Power Amplifier, Power Cable, Link Cable, Instruction Manual