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Buchardt A200 vs Cambridge Audio L R X Comparison

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Buchardt A200

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Buchardt A200 vs Cambridge Audio L R X Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing A200 and L R X, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Buchardt and Cambridge Audio. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Buchardt A200 and Cambridge Audio L R X first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsBuchardt A200Cambridge Audio L R X
BrandBuchardt
Denmark · founded 2014
Cambridge Audio
United Kingdom · founded 1968
Design2-way2-way
Built-in amplifier200-watt RMS800-watt RMS
Tweeter0.74" aluminum waveguide1.1" Hard-Dome
Woofer2 x 5" Long stroke paper cone5"
Frequency response25-22k Hz35-24k Hz
Max depth / sample rate24-bit / 192kHz—
BluetoothNo—
Weight6.75kg / 14.9lbs10.39kg / 22.9lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)12.4" x 6.29" x 8.66"
315 x 160 x 220 mm
13.125" x 7.9375" x 11.5"
333.4 x 201.6 x 292.1mm

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.


Drivers

Both A200 and L R X are 2-way speakers.

Tweeter - 0.74 inchWoofer - 5 inchWoofer - 5 inch
Buchardt A200
Tweeter - 1.1 inchWoofer - 5 inch
Cambridge Audio L R X

TweeterWoofer

Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.

Driver Buchardt A200 Cambridge Audio L R X
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 0.74-inch 1.1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 2 x 5-inch 1 x 5-inch

A200 features a 0.74" Resonance-free aluminum dome with CDC waveguide aluminum waveguide Tweeter and 2 x 5" Long stroke paper cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 250Hz and 3100Hz. On the other hand, the L R X features a 1.1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Woofer.

Frequency Response

A200 has a frequency range of 25-22k Hz whereas L R X has a frequency range of 35-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 25Hz, the A200 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the L R X's min frequency of 35Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

A200
L R X
Min
Average
Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Buchardt A200's and Cambridge Audio L R X's external dimensions. Buchardt A200 has external dimensions of 315 x 160 x 220 mm (12.4 x 6.29 x 8.66 inch) whereas Cambridge Audio L R X has external dimensions of 333.4 x 201.6 x 292.1mm ().

Cambridge Audio L R X is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 41.6mm wider, 18.4mm taller and 72.1mm deeper than Buchardt A200.

Size, drawn to scale

FRONTBuchardt A200 front: 160 x 315 mm (6.3 x 12.4 in)Cambridge Audio L R X front: 202 x 333 mm (7.9 x 13.1 in)Buchardt A200160 × 315 mmCambridge Audio L R X202 × 333 mmTOP / FOOTPRINTBuchardt A200 footprint: 160 x 220 mm (6.3 x 8.7 in)Cambridge Audio L R X footprint: 202 x 292 mm (7.9 x 11.5 in)Buchardt A200160 × 220 mmCambridge Audio L R X202 × 292 mm
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.

One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.

Cambridge Audio L R X needs about 67% more floor or shelf area. Cambridge Audio L R X is 72mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall. Cambridge Audio L R X is 18mm taller.

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the Buchardt A200 is approximately 352.0cm2 / 54.6inch2 and base area of the Cambridge Audio L R X is approximately 588.9cm2 / 91.3inch2. The A200 requires 40% less surface area than the L R X which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Buchardt A200 weighs 6.75kg / 14.9lbs and the Cambridge Audio L R X weighs 10.39kg / 22.9lbs. This makes the L R X 54% heavier than the A200.

Here is a comparison of how A200 and L R X's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Buchardt A200
Cambridge Audio L R X
Min
Average
Max

Reasons to choose Buchardt A200 over Cambridge Audio L R X

Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
Low Frequency Response 25 Hz vs 35 Hz Generates deeper bass
Height 315mm vs 333mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area 352cm2 vs 588cm2 Takes less floor space
XLR Connection Yes vs No Connection via XLR input

Reasons to choose Cambridge Audio L R X over Buchardt A200

High Frequency Response 24k Hz vs 22k Hz Generates higher frequency
Price per pair* 2299USD vs 2750USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
HDMI Input eARC vs No Connect HDMI sources directly

Buchardt A200 vs Cambridge Audio L R X Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Buchardt A200 Cambridge Audio L R X
Brand Buchardt Cambridge Audio
Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
Frequency Response 25-22k Hz 35-24k Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous) 200-watt RMS 800-watt RMS
Max Bit Depth 24-bit n/a
Max Sample Rate 192kHz n/a
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 2 1
Woofer Size 5" 5"
Woofer Composition Long stroke paper cone
Tweeter Size 0.74" 1.1"
Tweeter Type aluminum waveguide Hard-Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency 250Hz and 3100Hz n/a
Physical Specs
Height 315.0mm (12.4") 333.4mm (13.1")
Width 160.0mm (6.3") 201.6mm (7.9")
Depth 220.0mm (8.7") 292.1mm (11.5")
Weight 6.75kg (14.9lbs) 10.39kg (22.9lbs)
Enclosure Acoustic Suspension
Available Colors Black, White n/a
Mounting Bracket No
Grille Yes n/a
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Aux Inputs XLR (balanced / unbalanced) n/a
USB Port Service Only n/a
Phone Input No n/a
Digital Input No n/a
HDMI Input No eARC
Headphone Jack No n/a
Ethernet Port No n/a
Other
Parts Warranty 5 years on speakers / 2 years on amp modules 2 Years
Labor Warranty 5 years on speakers / 2 years on amp modules 2 Years

Verdict

No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your sources and what you listen to.

AreaBetterWhy
BassABuchardt A200 digs deeper - 25Hz against 35Hz.
Built-in powerBCambridge Audio L R X has the bigger amplifier (800W vs 200W RMS).
ConnectionsABuchardt A200 adds Wi-Fi and streaming; Cambridge Audio L R X adds HDMI.
SizedependsBuchardt A200 is easier to place; Cambridge Audio L R X is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides.
CabinetdependsSealed vs Passive Radiator. Sealed is tighter and happier near a wall; ported digs lower but wants space behind it.
PriceBCambridge Audio L R X is cheaper - $2,299 against $2,750, about 16% less.

A Buchardt A200  B Cambridge Audio L R X
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

The usual trade-off: Buchardt A200 measures better, Cambridge Audio L R X costs about about 20% more% less. Whether that gap is worth the money is the call only you can make - and in a normal room it is often smaller than the numbers suggest. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 35Hz anyway, which makes the cheaper Cambridge Audio L R X much easier to justify. In a large or open-plan room, Cambridge Audio L R X has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Buchardt A200 is the easier speaker to get right.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.


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