The Cambridge Audio EXA100 is a stereo integrated amplifier and the beating heart of the new EX Series. It delivers 100W per channel into 8 ohms (155W into 4 ohms) of Class A/B power, drawing on amplifier technology developed for Cambridge's flagship Edge M monobloc power amp. A shielded toroidal transformer keeps electromagnetic interference away from the sensitive audio circuitry, while an onboard ESS ES9018K2M DAC handles digital sources with clarity and low distortion.
Why This Model Matters
Positioned as a serious step up from the CX range, the EXA100 pairs muscular, refined amplification with genuinely comprehensive connectivity. HDMI eARC, USB Audio, coaxial and dual TOSLINK digital inputs sit alongside balanced XLR and RCA analogue inputs, and a dedicated Power Amp Mode lets it slot into a pre/power or home-cinema setup. It is the amplifier partner to the EXN100 music streamer in Cambridge Audio's EX Series.
Highlights
100W RMS per channel into 8 ohms (155W into 4 ohms), Class A/B
ESS ES9018K2M DAC with USB Audio up to 24-bit/384kHz and DSD256
HDMI eARC input for easy TV connection with PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz
Balanced XLR, four RCA line inputs, coaxial and dual optical digital inputs
Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD for high-quality wireless playback
Power Amp Mode, subwoofer pre-out, dual speaker outputs and front 6.3mm headphone jack
Who It's For
Ideal for listeners with more demanding loudspeakers who want authoritative, detailed sound plus modern connectivity in one box. Its Lunar Grey aluminium-and-steel casework matches the AX and CX ranges, and Power Amp Mode makes it a natural upgrade path toward the Edge series or a partner for the EXN100 streamer.
