Typical price: £350
What is it: Affordable 6.1 AV receiver
What we think: Fine performance but few frills when it comes to features
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Reviewed on: 27 March 2008
Tags: cambridge audio, entry, budget, channel
We like:
Competitive price; ease of use; dynamic sound performance with multi-channel and stereo
We don't like:
Uninspired design; basic connectivity; no auto setup; no video up-conversion
CNET.co.uk judgement:
Cambridge Audio's latest Azur 540R receiver is ideal for an entry-level buyer who is more concerned with performance than the latest features. It's great value for money but the vanilla specification might not stand the test of time
Cambridge Audio Azur 540R (Version 3) History
28 Mar 2008 in Reviews
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