Edge W
Power Amplifier
4.6
(22)
  • 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.
  • Short signal path – Only 14 components between you and your music.
  • Perfect partners – pair your Edge W with the Edge NQ to create your perfect system.
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  • The Best Power-Amplifier we Have Ever Made

    Edge W is made to be played loud. When you do turn it up, expect nothing but a dynamic and punchy sound that captures all the musicality of your songs. With just 14 hand-picked components, Edge W has one of the cleanest signal paths available. It delivers our breath-taking, unadulterated British sound – nothing added, nothing taken away.

    Edge W Power Amplifier and Edge NQ Network player
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      "It sounds seriously good for the money, with a happy, upbeat nature underwritten by real power and insight"

    • the absolute sound

      "The Edge W power amplifier is an unqualified gift offering"

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      "There’s a sense of easy confidence that you don’t normally hear from products at this price, a feeling that the amplifier walks softly but carries a big stick."

      Edge W Power Amplifier and Edge NQ Network Player stack

      Powerfully Subtle

      For all its power, Edge W is remarkably detailed. The sound is finely balanced, with a musical depth and clarity that comes through with every note. It’s all down to how we chose the componentry inside – nothing was picked on price, specs or measured performance. We listened carefully and created our system with components that simply sounded the best. The end result is a power amplifier that truly brings an original recording to life like no other.

      Edge W Power Amplifier and Edge NQ Network Player side-by-side

      Just 14 Components in the Signal Path

      Although minimal in its exterior design, Edge W has some complex audio engineering inside. To remove the barriers between you and your music, we have worked hard to minimise the number of components in the signal path. As a result, Edge W delivers a more faithful reproduction of the original recording; an impressively detailed three-dimensional sound, with striking staging and focus.

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      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.

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      Effortless Power Without Distortion

      Using standard Class A amplifier technology wasn’t going to be efficient enough for Edge W. 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.

      Edge W Power Amplifier and Edge NQ Network Player close-up

      Perfect Partners

      Edge systems are designed to work in perfect synchronisation. Match the Edge W with our most versatile Preamplifier Network player, Edge NQ, to create a hi-fi system with a sound, and a look, unlike anything else.

    • Technical Specifications

      Continuous power output 100W RMS into 8 Ohms; 200W 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 <3Hz – >80kHz +/-1dB
      S/N ratio (ref 1W into 8 Ohm) >93 dB
      Crosstalk @ 1kHz < -100dB
      S/N ratio (ref full power) >113 dB
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    • Edge W Reviews

      4.6

      4.6
      (22)

      17 Reviews

      love it

      i just received mine 3 days ago...i love this amp so far ...draws less wattage then the Azur but stays cooler and it wakes up my B and W 683s2

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      Response from Cambridge Audio

      Dear Customer

      Thank you for the purchase and your precious time through this review.

      We are delighted to know that you are enjoying the unit as we intended.

      We hope it adds a whole new dimension in your music experience.Kind Regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

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      Wow! Thank you.

      I cannot imagine more of a sonic upgrade at this price point. Not that I can imagine a more realistic sounding sound stage. Tonight, while listening to Odessa, I could _see_ the pianist pounding the keys. Thanks for a great night out without having to leave my couch.

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      Response from Cambridge Audio

      Dear Customer

      Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful detailed and complementary description.It‚'s always nice to hear that the Cambridge Product has surpassed people‚'s expectations. We hope that they continue to bring you many hours of listening happiness.Kind Regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

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      Amazing Power Amplifier

      I bought this a year ago, upgrading from the previous Azur 851W.
      Also the pair of speakers I dare to connect are the Vivid Audio Kaya-45 ! Which some people may consider a higher class than the Cambridge, but I tell you that EDGE-w is capable to handle this full 3-way (not easy to drive) speaker with superb imaging and detail and atmosphere that still strike me even today after a listening to this setup for more than a year !
      The musicality, pace and rhythm are very very good. The EDGE is so elegant and built so well.
      The EDGE is worthy for the finest speakers available.
      The EDGE is key enabler that make my system do magic.

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      Response from Cambridge Audio

      Dear Customer

      Thank you for such a positive and thoughtful review.

      We are pleased to hear that Cambridge Audio products are adding depth to your music experience.

      We hope they continue to bring you many hours of listening happiness.

      Kind Regards

      Cambridge Audio Customer Support

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      The Edge W is just on another level

      Cambridge Audio Edge W
      14 Day trial to compare against my current 851W

      Immediate thoughts after 24hrs:
      WOW
      More spatial soundstage
      Effortless power
      More control in all areas at both high and low volumes
      And most of all...
      So much more detail is being revealed in tracks I know (or thought I knew) inside out!

      I thought, and still think, that the 851W is an exceptional power amplifier. However, this Edge W is just on another level and I was NOT expecting that.

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