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    Default LSi9s and Cambridge Audio 840A

    Hi all,

    Looking to set up a separate 2 channel rig and as the Cambridge Audio 840A ( http://www.cambridgeaudio.com/set_te...ts.php?PID=292 ) will provide 200 watts RMS into 4 ohms, thought might not be a bad option. I also could get the 840E and utilise 2 channels from my Emo MPS-2 (300 into 4 ohms), but am really looking for something that can hold it's own, without the need or possible discolouration from an external amp.

    Anyone tried this combo at all? Any help would be appreciated.

    Thanks in advance.
    Regards - Gaz from the land of Oz

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    The Cambridge unit should get the job done. I believe someone else here has one, hopefully he'll chime in.
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    Thanks Face for the reply - any other takers that had this combo or know of it?
    Regards - Gaz from the land of Oz

    Main System
    Pioneer SC-LX86K (your Elite SC-68)
    Emotiva MPS-2 7 Channel Amp (driving all LSi's)
    Cambridge Audio Azur 740C
    Polk Audio Cherry LSi9s - LSiC - Cherry LSi7s - PSW505
    Pioneer BDP-LX55 (your Elite BDP-53FD)
    Panasonic TH-P60UT50A 60' 3D Plasma
    Foxtel Digital HD+
    Belkin - Pure AV PF40

    Bedroom System
    Pioneer VSX520 K
    Oppo DV-980H
    Polk Audio SurroundBAR - PSW250
    Fujitsu P42HHS10W/P42HHS10A 42' HD Plasma - HD STB

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    I haven't had the specific combo, but I have had Cambridge components and listened to Lsi9's for an extended period with the rig in my sig.

    I think sonically it'll be a very good match, but Lsi9's are hell on an amp--I'd be careful not to push into clipping. If you like to rock real hard, you might opt for something in the 200WRMS @ 8ohm range; (which would be about 385watts @ 4ohms with a strong amp). Just my personal opinion.
    Last edited by steveinaz; 10-02-2009 at 01:24 PM.

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