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HiFi Rose RA180 vs Cambridge Audio Edge A
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HiFi Rose RA180

Integrated Amplifier | 400 watts RMS into 8-ohms

HiFi Rose RA180
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Cambridge Audio Edge A

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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HiFi Rose RA180 vs Cambridge Audio Edge A Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . HiFi Rose RA180 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the Edge A is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of HiFi Rose RA180 and Cambridge Audio Edge A first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

HiFi Rose RA180 Key Specs

  • 400 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • Weight: 36.80 lbs / 16.73 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-1/8inch x 16-15/16inch x 17-7/16inch

Cambridge Audio Edge A Key Specs

  • 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • USB Input
  • HDMI Input (ARC)
  • Bluetooth v4.1
  • Weight: 53.70 lbs / 24.41 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-15/16inch x 18-1/8inch x 15-15/16inch

What size room are the HiFi Rose RA180 and Cambridge Audio Edge A Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment HiFi Rose RA180 Cambridge Audio Edge A
Near-field Are you nuts? Poor
Small Room Bad Poor
Mid-size Room Poor Good
Large Room Good Good
Very Large Room Good Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how HiFi Rose RA180 and Cambridge Audio Edge A compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose HiFi Rose RA180 over Cambridge Audio Edge A
App-Based Control Yes vs None Control the amplifier via an app
Watts into 8-ohms 400 watts vs 100 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 400 watts vs 200 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.005% vs 0.02% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 107 dB vs 103 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Total Analog Inputs 4 vs 3 More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Height 131mm vs 151mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Cambridge Audio Edge A over HiFi Rose RA180
MSRP Price(*) 6,499USD vs 6,995USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Buil-in DAC Yes vs No Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Optical Digital Inputs 2 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 1 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input Yes vs No Connect Sources via USB
Headphone Output 3.5mm vs No Connect your headphone to the amplifier
Base Surface Area 1867.1cm2/ 289.4inch2 vs 1909.3cm2/ 295.9inch2 takes less space in your room

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the HiFi Rose RA180 and Cambridge Audio Edge A differs from each other.

HiFi Rose RA180 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
Cambridge Audio Edge A Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-B(Connect to your PC for playback of stored files)
  • HDMI ARC
  • XLR Input Port
HiFi Rose RA180 Back View
HiFi Rose RA180 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Sub Preamp Outputs
  • Subwoofer Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA, XLR Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
Cambridge Audio Edge A Back View
Cambridge Audio Edge A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of HiFi Rose RA180?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of RA180:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • External IR receiver
  • Simple Manual
  • What's in the Box of Cambridge Audio Edge A?

    Here are the items that come with the Edge A:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • 3 AAA batteries
  • Bluetooth antenna
  • Mono-minijack cable
  • User Manual
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