I received this integrated amplifier on Monday, February 12, 2024. When I arrived home, I proceeded to un-box and set up this unit. The following text is what I sent back to Cambridge Audio thre same day requesting an RMA to return this amplifier.
“Monday, February 12, 2024
My review:
Since 1975 I have been listening to music through a Kenwood KA 5700 Integrated amplifier (40 watts per channel) pushing two, sometimes four, Advent bookshelf speakers; using a Denon turntable, Sony CD deck, and now the Internet through my PC. Based upon my experiences, as a professional musician for over fifty years, I have thoroughly enjoyed the tone quality and depth of sound that my system has provided. Several weeks ago, I started to notice that the quality of sound was starting to diminish. I checked the Advent speakers in case the woofer cone surrounds were cracked or damaged. They were not. I then started to check the KA 5700 and believe that it is failing.
So, I decided to do some research on the Internet regarding integrated amplifiers in the range of $500.00. The Cambridge Audio AXA35 came up on several sites as the best buy for the money regarding quality of sound. So, I purchased one from the Cambridge Audio site. It arrived several days later.
I proceeded to unbox and set up the AX, connecting it to the Advent speakers. Turned on the power, let it warm up, then played some music, I was not impressed! I downloaded the user manual to glean how to adjust the bass, treble, and balance. I made some adjustments. Still not impressed with the sound quality. No depth of sound – bass is lacking, and treble is tinny. I tried pushing the Advents. I maxed out the volume on the AX to 100%. The Advent speakers were laughing (these speakers are 45 years old). On my Kenwood, I can only push the volume to 50-60%, unless I have both sets of Advents connected. The AX doesn’t have the fortitude (sorry, no balls) that I was expecting.
Compared to an amplifier manufactured 45 years ago the AX, for me, does not make the grade. Needless to say, I am depressed! I want to return this product, with a full refund.
Kevin Peters
Kpeters1952@gmail.com
740-607-6525”
So, I filled in a request form to return the unit. The automated response stated that I would receive a reply within 48 hours. Nope! Didn’t happen. Five days later I am still waiting for a reply.
I cannot recommend this integrated amplifier, and based upon the lack of customer service from my request to return this unit, I cannot recommend purchasing anything from Cambridge Audio.

Bought this to replace an old Arcam 6 that gave up the ghost. Tge AXA looks great but more importantly sounds great. I"m no techie when it comes to audio equipment but I know what I like to hear and this delivers through the SX 50 speakers I have.

I bought the AXA35 2 weeks ago and it was the right decision. I use it with mit Pro-Ject Debut Pro S and speakers from Triangle (BR008). The sound is very clear and warm.I use before a Marantz AV-Receiver, but it sounds with the AXA35 much better.

Good:
Great imaging.
Super detail
Rich sound touch of warmth.
Replaced a Marantz 4001 infinatley better sound inall aspects above.
Weaknesses:
Choose efficiant speakers if you want to play at higher levels
Same issue with headphones.
Best amp under 1000euro my oppinion.