Azur 550A amplifier

"In this competitive climate it's not enough to market consistently great-sounding well build gear to match a given price segment. Many companies do it and do it well. The hat-trick is to execute the preceding and offer class-shattering performance gear that competes outside of its league. The Cambridge Audio Azur 550A and 550C fulfil this role brilliantly and most importantly, musically. I know they've got my number. You could be next..."

The Absolute Sound, USA February 2010


"...this setup is sure to receive kudos for its fast loading, deep soundstage and impressive performance"

AV Max, India December 2009

(Reviewed with 550C CD Player and Mordaunt Short Aviano 8 loudspeakers)

Best stereo setup between Rs 1,00,000–3,00,000
2009 Best of AV Max - partnered with Cambridge Audio Azur 550C CD player and Aviano 8 loudspeakers



"It seems redundant to say that the value for money of any product in the Cambridge Audio Azur series is outstanding. But the truth is, the 550A exceeds all expectations, because this seductive amplifier shines thanks to a sound quality that invites you to rediscover music from any source, backed up by first class technology and operational versatility".

"Parece redundante decir que la relación calidad/precio de cualquier producto perteneciente a la serie Azur de Cambridge Audio es excepcional. Pero la verdad es que las expectativas que despierta el 550A son incluso superiores porque este seductor integrado brilla incluso en el campo de los resultados absolutos gracias a una calidad sonora que invita a redescubrir la música procedente de cualquier soporte y que es apoyada por una tecnología y una versatilidad operativa de primera clase".

On-Off? Spain September 2009


"Its price is almost unbelievable given the superb quality, features and performance."

Tone, New Zealand September 2009

(Reviewed with Azur 550C CD player)