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Cambridge Audio Azur 650R
$1,799.00
Released January, 2011
The Pros:Direct mode for audio (which bypasses any processing) is very well done as compared to most other receivers. Adjustable Lip Sync works very well and is a feature not seen often enough in receivers. Very easy setup--the included microphone adjusts settings pretty much automatically.
The Cons:Slightly dated compared to today's high-end offerings (HDMI 1.3c rather than 1.4a, more legacy connections than HDMI).
The Cambridge Audio Azur 650R is a premium 7.1-channel A/V receiver unveiled at the CEDIA Expo 2009. Featured are three fully assignable HDMI v1.3c inputs for HD devices (Blu-ray players, DVD players, gaming consoles), 32-bit DSP cores for 100% compatibility with all the highest-rated codecs (Dolby Digital, DTS-HD, LPCM), and a true power output up to 100w per channel.
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Where this receiver differs from many of its competitors is that all seven 100E, audiophile-grade fully discrete amplifiers were purposefully positioned as far away from the processing & input stages, which in turn greatly aids the unit’s ability to produce extremely high quality audio. Also included is an Auto Set-Up for an intuitive and convenient installation.
Features
- Premium 7.1-Channel A/V Receiver
- Assignable HDMI v1.3c
- Cirrus CS49700 Chipset
- Versatile Compatibility
- Digital Legacy Formats
- 24 bit A/D Conversion
- Pure Analogue Stereo Direct
- Full Post-Processing
- Oversized Low Flux Toroidal Transformer
- Cambridge Audio Mic Controlled Auto Set-Up
- On-Screen Display
- Adjustable LipSync
- Optional Bi-Amping
- AM/FM Tuner w/RDS
- X-Tract Forced/Convection
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Pros & Cons
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Direct mode for audio (which bypasses any processing) is very well done as compared to most other receivers.
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Adjustable Lip Sync works very well and is a feature not seen often enough in receivers.
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Very easy setup--the included microphone adjusts settings pretty much automatically.
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Very solid build quality--the units is constructed of solid brushed aluminum.
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Excellent audio performance--capable of driving high-quality speakers to their full potential.
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Runs cool and silent--patented cooling system effectively ushers out hot air while staying very quiet.
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Excellent remote control--slim, solid, aluminum build with large rubberized buttons.
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Slightly dated compared to today's high-end offerings (HDMI 1.3c rather than 1.4a, more legacy connections than HDMI).
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