Cambridge Audio 7.1 AVR
rooftop59
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Cambridge 551r - 7.1 avr with hdmi 1.4 and ARC, preouts for all channels.
This is a great combo avr, as Cambridge is more focused on sound quality. Would be a great for someone who wants surround but cares about 2 channel audio. No internet, no auto setup, no streaming, nothing fancy, just really solid SQ!
I was using it in the bedroom setup but it’s just 2.1, so I went with an integrated.
This unit was a replacement for a unit I sent in for repair. Mine was a refurb, so I’m guessing this one might have been as well? Been using almost every day for about 3 years with no issues. Comes with remote, power cord, quick start guide, and original box. I might have the manual but you can get in online or course.
$300 plus actual shipping via fedex ground. My account should save you a little on shipping. Knuckleheads on fleabay are asking $500 or more, so this seems like a solid deal.
This is a great combo avr, as Cambridge is more focused on sound quality. Would be a great for someone who wants surround but cares about 2 channel audio. No internet, no auto setup, no streaming, nothing fancy, just really solid SQ!
I was using it in the bedroom setup but it’s just 2.1, so I went with an integrated.
This unit was a replacement for a unit I sent in for repair. Mine was a refurb, so I’m guessing this one might have been as well? Been using almost every day for about 3 years with no issues. Comes with remote, power cord, quick start guide, and original box. I might have the manual but you can get in online or course.
$300 plus actual shipping via fedex ground. My account should save you a little on shipping. Knuckleheads on fleabay are asking $500 or more, so this seems like a solid deal.
Living Room 2.2: Usher BE-718 "tiny dancers"; Dual DIY Dayton audio RSS210HF-4 Subs with Dayton SPA-250 amps; Arcam SA30; Musical Fidelity A308; Sony UBP-x1000es
Game Room 5.1.4: Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
Bedroom 2.1 Harmon Kardon HK3490; Bluesounds Node N130; Polk RT25i; ACI Titan Subwoofer
Game Room 5.1.4: Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
Bedroom 2.1 Harmon Kardon HK3490; Bluesounds Node N130; Polk RT25i; ACI Titan Subwoofer
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Thanks so much for the edit @SeleniumFalcon!
I know this isn’t really the forum for an avr, so I’ll be listing this elsewhere shortly for a higher price: I will honor this price for active polkies with at least 100 posts and six months membership.Living Room 2.2: Usher BE-718 "tiny dancers"; Dual DIY Dayton audio RSS210HF-4 Subs with Dayton SPA-250 amps; Arcam SA30; Musical Fidelity A308; Sony UBP-x1000es
Game Room 5.1.4: Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
Bedroom 2.1 Harmon Kardon HK3490; Bluesounds Node N130; Polk RT25i; ACI Titan Subwoofer -
Bump! $275 shipped.Living Room 2.2: Usher BE-718 "tiny dancers"; Dual DIY Dayton audio RSS210HF-4 Subs with Dayton SPA-250 amps; Arcam SA30; Musical Fidelity A308; Sony UBP-x1000es
Game Room 5.1.4: Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
Bedroom 2.1 Harmon Kardon HK3490; Bluesounds Node N130; Polk RT25i; ACI Titan Subwoofer -
Sold elsewhere. Thanks for nothing fellas
Living Room 2.2: Usher BE-718 "tiny dancers"; Dual DIY Dayton audio RSS210HF-4 Subs with Dayton SPA-250 amps; Arcam SA30; Musical Fidelity A308; Sony UBP-x1000es
Game Room 5.1.4: Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
Bedroom 2.1 Harmon Kardon HK3490; Bluesounds Node N130; Polk RT25i; ACI Titan Subwoofer -
Glad you got it sold! 🥳 🥂 🍾
That was a lovely unit at a great price. I just can’t live without HDMI-CEC these days, because I’m lazy and I don’t like remote collections on tables. There was no mention of that feature on the Cambridge Audio website.Alea jacta est! -
Glad you got it sold! 🥳 🥂 🍾
That was a lovely unit at a great price. I just can’t live without HDMI-CEC these days, because I’m lazy and I don’t like remote collections on tables. There was no mention of that feature on the Cambridge Audio website.
Yea I have no idea what that is lol. I have harmony ones in every system, so that's not an issue for me...yet...Living Room 2.2: Usher BE-718 "tiny dancers"; Dual DIY Dayton audio RSS210HF-4 Subs with Dayton SPA-250 amps; Arcam SA30; Musical Fidelity A308; Sony UBP-x1000es
Game Room 5.1.4: Denon AVR-X4200w; Sony UBP-x700; Definitive Technology Power Monitor 900 mains, CLR-3000 center, StudioMonitor 350 surrounds, ProMonitor 800 atmos x4; Sub - Monoprice Monolith 15in THX Ultra
Bedroom 2.1 Harmon Kardon HK3490; Bluesounds Node N130; Polk RT25i; ACI Titan Subwoofer -
What is CEC over HDMI?
Basically, it removes the need for your Harmony One, and since they have been discontinued, that might be a good thing.
Even though I have a Harmony One, I still prefer to use the Apple TV remote to turn on my TV and control the volume on the NAD T757 receiver. It’s just simpler, with fewer buttons.Alea jacta est!
