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Cambridge Audio's 840a is a terrific value, offering near-high-end sound at a very competitive price. The amp delivers a transparent, open sound with ample power to manage difficult loads. The 840 "disappears," conveying the sound of the source without adding any coloration. Stereo image is impressive, with details in complex orchestral works resolved cleanly with instruments in their proper place. The low end is solid with no bloating. High frequencies are lifelike but not strident. Piccolo, triangle, and cymbals are conveyed realistically. The amp also does a good job with male and female voices.
The amp seems well built with separate toroidal transformers for the preamp and power amp sections, sizeable capacitors, and a heavy chassis. Overall weight is 33 lbs. The ability to customize the protection checks, balance the inputs, change the volume display, and name the inputs makes the amp fun to use. The remote control is great, allowing minute volume adjustments using relays rather than a motorized control.
How does it sound? It can't be described as bright, mellow, laid back, or forward - it just sounds natural.
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