NAD Masters Series M33 vs Cambridge Audio Edge A Detailed Comparison

NAD Masters Series M33 vs Cambridge Audio Edge A

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NAD Masters Series M33

Integrated Amplifier | 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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NAD Masters Series M33 vs Cambridge Audio Edge A Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . NAD Masters Series M33 is a Streaming 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 NAD Masters Series M33 and Cambridge Audio Edge A first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

NAD Masters Series M33 Key Specs

200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Bluetooth v4.0

HDMI Input (eARC)

Weight: 21.40 lbs / 9.73 kg

Built-in Room Correction

Dimensions (H x W x D):5-1/4inch x 17-1/8inch x 17-5/8inch

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 NAD Masters Series M33 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	NAD Masters Series M33	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 NAD Masters Series M33 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 NAD Masters Series M33 over Cambridge Audio Edge A

MSRP Price(*)	5,999USD vs 6,499USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Built-in Room Correction	Yes vs No	Adjusts audio output to compensate for acoustic anomalies in a listening space
Full-color Display	Yes vs No	Displays Album and device Info
Watts into 8-ohms	200 watts vs 100 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms	380 watts vs 200 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.003% vs 0.02%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio	120 dB vs 103 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Wi-Fi	Yes vs No	High quality streaming over WiFi
PhonoInput	Yes vs No	Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Coaxial Digital Inputs	2 vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
Apple AirPlay	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
Roon	Ready vs No	Roon Compatibility
BluOS	Yes vs No	Compatible with BluOS Wireless Ecosystem
Height	134mm vs 151mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Cambridge Audio Edge A over NAD Masters Series M33

Bluetooth Version	v4.1 vs v4.0	Higher transfer rate and range
Total Analog Inputs	3 vs 2	More options for connecting Analog sources
Max Bit Depth	32-bit vs 24-bit	Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate	384kHz vs 192kHz	Play higher resolution media
Base Surface Area	1867.1cm²/ 289.4inch² vs 1948.8cm²/ 302.1inch²	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 NAD Masters Series M33 and Cambridge Audio Edge A differs from each other.

NAD Masters Series M33 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
2 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A(Thumbdrive/External HD)
HDMI eARC
Ethernet Port

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

NAD Masters Series M33 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

Stereo RCA, XLR Preamp Outputs
3.5mm Headphone Output

Cambridge Audio Edge A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of NAD Masters Series M33?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Masters Series M33:

Integrated streaming amplifier

6-feet AC power cord

Remote control (HTRM 2)

4 AA batteries

2 WiFi/Bluetooth antennas

Auto calibration microphone

USB microphone adapter

4 Magnetic feet

Cleaning cloth

Quick Setup Guide

Internet Update Guidlines

Important Safety Instructions

Dirac Live Quickstart Guide

Warranty Card

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