Cambridge Audio EXA100 Lunar Grey

Cambridge Audio EXA100 – High-Performance Integrated Amplifier

The EXA100 is the heart of Cambridge Audio’s new EX series, a successor to the legendary Azur 851. Developed over three years and backed by nearly 60 years of audio expertise, this amplifier delivers 100W per channel in Class AB, ensuring both power and refinement.

With technology inspired by the flagship Edge M monoblocks, the EXA100 offers a natural and expansive soundstage. It features a built-in ESS Sabre DAC, HDMI eARC, and a dedicated Power Amp mode, making it highly versatile.

According to Cambridge Audio CEO James Johnson-Flint, "This is the best amplifier we've ever built at this price point." Designed in London’s Melomania music club, the EXA100 is crafted to bring you closer to the music and artists you love.

Key Features:

• 100W per channel (Class AB)

• HDMI eARC for TV connectivity

• ESS Sabre ES9018K2M DAC for high-quality digital audio

• Premium chassis with a machined aluminum front panel

• Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD for wireless streaming

• Balanced XLR input & subwoofer output

• Two speaker zones for multi-room audio

• Power Amp Mode – pair with the EXN100 streamer for ultimate performance

• Includes a system remote control

Versatile Connectivity:

The EXA100 supports both analog and digital sources with XLR, RCA, USB, coaxial, optical, and Bluetooth inputs. Dual speaker terminals enable bi-wiring or multi-room playback.

High-End Design & Build:

Inspired by Cambridge Audio’s long-standing amplifier heritage, the EXA100 features a shielded toroidal transformer for clean power delivery. The sleek Lunar Grey finish matches the EXN100 streamer, offering both visual and sonic harmony.

Whether as a standalone amplifier or paired with the EXN100, the EXA100 sets a new standard in its class.

Cambridge Audio EXA100 – Technical Specifications

Power & Amplification

• Power Output: 100W RMS (8Ω, <1% THD+N), 155W RMS (4Ω, 1kHz, <1% THD+N)

• Amplifier Class: A/B

• Frequency Response: <3Hz – >40kHz ±1dB

• THD (Total Harmonic Distortion): <0.002% at 1kHz (80% power, 8Ω), <0.02% (20Hz – 20kHz, 80% power)

• S/N Ratio (Signal-to-Noise): >91 dB

• Damping Factor: >160 at 1kHz

Digital & Analog Audio

• DAC: ESS Sabre ES9018K2M

• Analog Inputs: 4x RCA, 1x Balanced XLR

• Digital Inputs:

  • 2x Optical (TOSLINK: 16/24-bit, 32-96kHz)

  • 1x Coaxial (S/PDIF: 16/24-bit, 32-192kHz)

  • 1x USB Type-B (Asynchronous, up to 24-bit/384kHz, DSD256)

  • 1x HDMI ARC (eARC compatible, PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz)

• Bluetooth: 5.0 aptX HD

Outputs & Connectivity

• Preamp Output: RCA with volume control

• Speaker Outputs: 2x speaker terminals (A + B, bi-wiring support)

• Subwoofer Output: 1x RCA

• Headphone Output: 6.3mm jack (unbalanced)

• Control Interfaces: Bus Control, Trigger, RS232

Power & Dimensions

• Power Supply: Shielded toroidal transformer

• Max Power Consumption: 1200W

• Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 115 x 430 x 341 mm

• Weight: 12.8 kg

In the Box

• Power Cord

• Remote Control

• Welcome Letter

• Registration Card

• Safety Guide