Cambridge Audio: Evo 150 SE Streaming Amplifier

LAB POINTS

• high-end streamer + amplifier from British legacy hifi brand; powerful 150W per channel
• features ESS SABRE ES9018K2M DAC (digital audio converter) for high-resolution, digital playback from any media input
• StreamMagicapp with seamless support for Spotify, TIDAL, Amazon Music, Internet Radio, Apple AirPlay2, Chromecast, Bluetooth aptX HD + more
• large 6.8 color screen displays cover art with compatible streaming service
• full range of analog and digital inputs including phono preamp for turntables, XLR, RCA, HDMI ARC, USB, coaxial + optical
• 3.5mm headphone front panel output
• subwoofer and preouts
• includes (2) sets of interchangeable side panels: real wood + industrial metal

“The Evo 150 merges powerful output (150W!), audiophile sound design and modern streaming capabilities. Setup up streams with the StreamMagic app or use the many inputs including HDMI ARC or the built-in phono preamp. We really like the Evo’s design presence as well with its compact shape, build quality, color display, and interchangeable side panels.” TTL

KEY FEATURES

• rated power output: 150W per channel at 8 ohms
• impedance rating: 4-8 ohms
• number of speaker terminals: (2) stereo pairs
• DAC: ESS Sabre ES9018K2M
• phono preamp: yes
• EQ: n/a
• wired inputs: XLR, RCA, coaxial, optical, USB Type-A, USB Type-B
• wireless inputs: Bluetooth aptX HD
• wired outputs: n/a
• wireless outputs: n/a
• operating app: StreamMagic
• headphone output: 3.5mm output
• subwoofer output: yes
• dimensions: 13.8″ (w) x 3.5″ (h) x 12.5″ (d) / 352 x 89 x 317mm
• weight (total): 11.7 lb / 5.3 kg

COMES WITH

• remote control