The Evo 150 is an Streaming Integrated Amplifier by Cambridge that delivers 150 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 250 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the Evo 150 compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. Thanks to its built-in ESS Sabre ES9018 K2M DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Cambridge Audio Evo 150 lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Cambridge Audio Evo 150 has an MSRP of 3249$.
There are 9 Cambridge amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Cambridge Integrated Amplifier Series
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The Cambridge Audio Evo 150 is rated at 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms. THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) at this wattage is also an important indicator of distortion (lower THD is better) but unfortunately Cambridge doesn't provide this value.
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 150 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k)
- 250 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
When pairing the Cambridge Audio Evo 150 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Cambridge Audio Evo 150 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Are you nuts? |
| Small Room | Bad |
| Mid-size Room | Poor |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Good |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Cambridge Audio Evo 150, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 has total of 2 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
- Phono Input
- 2 Optical Digital Input
- 1 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
- USB-B(connect to your Windows PC or Mac computer for playback)
- USB-A(music playback from a USB flash memory device or portable hard drive)
- HDMI Input (ARC)
Outputs
- Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
- 3.5mm Headphone Output
- Subwoofer Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 features built-in Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:
Phono Input
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Subwoofer Output
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 has a dedicated subwoofer output which can be used to connect it directly to a powered subwoofer via an LFE(Low Frequency Effects) cable.
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with Cambridge Audio Evo 150 amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The Cambridge Audio Evo 150's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the Evo 150 is the
ESS Sabre ES9018 K2M, and supports resolutions up to
32-bit, 384KHZ.
StreamMagic Wireless Control App
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Handheld Remote
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 External Dimensions and Weight
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 3-1/2inch x 12-9/16inch x 14-5/8inch (89.0mm x 320.0mm x 372.0mm ). The unit weighs
5.31kg / 11.7lbs.
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Cambridge Audio Evo 150 is approximately 1190.4cm2 / 184.5inch2.
- Width: 320.0mm (12-9/16")
- Height: 89.0mm (3-1/2")
- Depth: 372.0mm (14-5/8")
- Weight: 5.31 kg (11.68lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1190.4cm2 / 184.5inch2
- Volume: ~10.6 liter / 2.8 gallon
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 screen
What's in the Box of Cambridge Audio Evo 150?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Evo 150:
Integrated amplifier6-feet AC power cordRemote control (EVO)2 AAA batteries4 Side-panels (2 pre-installed)Quick Setup GuideImportant Safety Instructions
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Cambridge Audio Evo 150
Warranty
3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Cambridge Audio Evo 150 by the manufacturer.
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Lifestyle
| General |
| Brand |
Cambridge |
| Full Model Name |
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Amp Class |
Class D |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
150 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
250 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20-20k |
| THD |
Not given |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
N/A |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
ESS Sabre ES9018 K2M |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| WiFi |
802.11ac |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
Yes |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
Yes |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
Yes |
| Roon |
Ready |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
2 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
1 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
USB-B(connect to your Windows PC or Mac computer for playback),USB-A(music playback from a USB flash memory device or portable hard drive) |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA, Sub |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
3.5mm |
| Subwoofer Output |
Yes |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 3-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
89.0mm (3-1/2") |
| Width |
320.0mm (12-9/16") |
| Depth |
372.0mm (14-5/8") |
| Weight |
5.31 kg (11.68lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |