Dali Spektor 2 + Cambridge AXA35// HIGH Quality Sound for under $1000

[@stupots07]

I literally bought this combo last month at the recommendation of a local audio dealer! First new hifi system in years and no complaints. Meets my needs as just getting back into hifi audio. Thanks for the video guys

[@Hifyed]

It really is a good setup for the money. Glad your enjoying your system. Happy listening!

[@DominikV235]

Shop near me offers Denon pma-600ne and Dali Spector 2 for a combo but they got this Cambridge beast too but it doesnt go as a combo

[@solfergav]

Possibly because Cambridge don't recommend driving 6ohm speakers with the Axa35.. "The AXA35 is only rated to be used with 8 Ohm speakers and we would not recommend using it with 4 or 6 Ohm speakers. Using the AXA35 with 4 or 6 Ohm speakers could result in the amplifier overheating, which in the long run could damage the unit."

[@maryvillanueva2075]

Thanks for the review! I always wonder if the more affordable speakers are worth it. Your review helped verify that!

[@Hifyed]

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[@dodpr]

The AXA35 is a great little amp. It's well built, it has a torodial transformer and sounds great for $350. I agree with you guys it's perfect for a small room. It pairs very well with my Klipsch RP600M.

[@Hifyed]

Thanks for your input! The RP600 and the 35 would make for a great system especially for the price.

[@ahambhramasmii]

What difference make because of torodial transformer?

[@ahambhramasmii]

​@@Hifyedcompared to this amp do you recommend any d class amplifier like smsl, topping etc?

[@riccitone]

What a nice pairing…So glad you guys are presenting a comprehensive approach to equipment combos. Even though it would defeat the purpose of this particular review, but add a Rel t5/x and 👌🏼👍🏼

[@Hifyed]

Thank you! 🙏

[@markaochoa2017]

Thanks so much for the review of this pairing. I’m looking to possibly make the same choice. Quick question. How do you connect the sub to the record out? I like my bass too! Thanks so much

[@robertwoodward9231]

I have that amp. It goes for four hundred now. I've been testing my pretty open apt. as I've told you guys about. I'm just using some low end jbl n26s but have always planned on upgrading and have listened to quite a few including those dalis but really need to go to the audio shop and hear some and I'm thinking better ones now, after your review here. Think I told you about me being mostly vynal. Also I'm not clear on why I get minus dbl. I'd guess the need for much better speakers, though these seem to have woke up. I haven't bought a preamp either so that might be the case. I am starting to get the spacey rooms closer to my liking,but still a ways to go. I think the amp is stronger than listed but I'm not the experts. Another nice review guys.

[@Hifyed]

Your welcome! When you mention minus db do you mean lower output on your vinyl? Your JBLs are they the Northridge series? I still remember those they came with an optional wall mounting bracket if I recall correctly. It’s not a bad speaker to keep you going until you find the speaker you love.

[@Hifyed]

Also regarding the amp power. Companies like Cambridge do rate a little more conservatively.

[@robertwoodward9231]

@@Hifyed yes Northridge N26ll. You saying it could be my mid-level cartridge could be reason for minus dbl I'm playing quality vynal analog. It will go minus 30 then back down 29 but gets higher volume.

[@robertwoodward9231]

Not wallmount. I have them on top of old floorstanders. I just have a straighthookup from my technics table to the phono stage. Idn, maybe after updating I'll see + decibals.

[@Hifyed]

@@robertwoodward9231 in terms of lower db output it’s normal on a turntable. Even if you change the cartridge the output may not change. You can always use an external phono that has adjustable gain. Unfortunately it usually it is only available at higher priced ones .

[@Sejal08]

Looking to pair the AXA35 with the Wharfdale 12.1 or the Triangle Borea 3. What are your thoughts? Is a dac needed for this setup or does the AXA35 have a built in DAC?

[@Hifyed]

you will need a DAC, however, you can go with the axr100 which has a built in DAC. Both speakers will work with the axa35 it will just depend of the sound signature you are looking for. I have listened to the Borea 3 and so far so good. It is scheduled in for a review in the upcoming months.

[@cyril32tina24]

Love this combo!

[@alessandroriccioni2719]

Hi guys, thanks for this video! I have the chance to buy exactly this system for 400€ in total (used stuff) and I'm wondering if It would work well at low volumes, I mean if it still sounds lively at low vol. or it needs to be cranked over a certain level in order to sound good. I would use it in a low roofed and small/mid room.Thanks in advance.

[@Hifyed]

Your welcome! Low level is good especially for the price you are getting it at. Your room size will work just fine unless you want to reach high spls. Also keep in mind that this amp will work, however, it only rated at 8ohms. The review was suppose to be with an axr100 that did not arrive in time.

[@alessandroriccioni2719]

@@Hifyed Thanks a lot for finding the time to reply 🙏

[@shankyboy1690]

I noticed the AXA35 just went on sale for $429 CAD. I'm very tempted. I currently have a pair of Mission LX-2 bookshelves. Do you think they'll pair well. Thank you

[@Hifyed]

They will pair well! It all depends what you currently have if it’s an upgrade or not.

[@samuelkirchner4062]

i still bought the dali spektor 2 and a NAD 304........ I wondering how this will fit together??

[@jorgevelazquez3505]

I heard the Dali Spector 2 with a Denon CEOL N10 and I felt in love with these speakers, the voices, the clarity, I will buy the Dali's but I'm not sure if I use the Cambridge axa35 will change what I heard with the Denon CEOL, I never heard a Cambridge compare with the Denon, as per specs the CEOL N10 is not best in quality, I'm looking for that sound signature, I was looking the Denon pma-600ne what do you recommend? Cambridge axa35 + Andover songbird, the Denon pma-600ne, maybe Cambridge AX-61?

[@ahambhramasmii]

Do you recommend these speakers for home theatre?

[@solfergav]

Hey. I'd be interested to know which route you went down as your post mirrors exactly where I am currently - CEOL N10 driving Dali Spektor 2s, and I've been thinking about replacing the N10 with either the Axa35 or the pma-600ne. Specifically for my vinyl playback.

[@jorgevelazquez3505]

@@ahambhramasmii I bought the Dali Oberon 1, I’m in love with them, and yes will be great for a home theatre with a subwoofer added

[@jorgevelazquez3505]

@@solfergav I went with the Denon N10!and Dali Oberon 1, I ‘m very happy, I’m thinking to add a Dali subwoofer ef 9

[@solfergav]

@@jorgevelazquez3505 That's a nice upgrade on the Spektor 2s. Does the N10 drive the Oberons OK?

[@samt8017]

Very cool. If I recall, you said the axa35 is not streaming compatible. Is there an external wireless streamer you can add to this??

[@Hifyed]

You can add a bluesound node which unfortunately cost more than the Cambridge itself. Also remember source is important plus it has network streaming and not just Bluetooth. If your main purpose is to stream via bluetooth you may want to consider going with axr100 which comes with it and more power.

[@samt8017]

@@Hifyed awesome!! Thanks again

[@larserikbruun]

I am trying to make a system of Dali Oberon 5 and cambridge audio axa 35 and axn 10 and what do you think about this and hey guys love your videos

[@vangmx]

I originally had the Dali Oberon 7 with both a Yamaha AS501 (85 watts at 8 ohms) and Rotel 1592 MK2 (200 watt at 8 ohms). Now, I had to move recently and left my system with my wife to enjoy. I loved those speakers and both amps paired well. Even the lower priced Yamaha sounded great and the Rotel improved on the bass and clarity. If I could go back in time, I'd be happy with the Yamaha but I'm planning to keep my Rotel until the end of time. LOL. Anyway these last few months, I've been missing my system, so I recently purchased a refurbished Cambridge AXA35 and their SX60 bookshelf speakers for a little more than $400. They should arrive in a few days. Anyway, I'd be a little worried about the AXA35 powering any of the Dali Oberons because they are rated at 6 ohms, so I would recommend an amp with a bit more power, just to be on the safe side. Can't wait to get my new budget hifi setup.

[@thestr8jacket1]

What was the source used here? Turntable?

[@rakoksy]

Hi I have axr100 and I tried a pair with spektor 2, they are great together. Anyway I returned them to try another pairing. Torn among q acoustic 3030i, diamond 12.2 and elac uni-fi ub52. Any suggestion?

[@Untilitpases]

I like this video format, low level listening is so important to me yet reviewers don't even mention it.

[@Hifyed]

thank you! Most of my listening is in the evening when the family asleep so low level is very important for a lot of people!

[@Untilitpases]

@@Hifyed Same. I have a suspicion that plenty of otherwise good speakers lose a lot of body at low volumes, so the reviewers (more like the add department) will tend to skip that part.

[@jorgeazmitia1363]

How about Cambridge cxa61 with triangle speakers

[@Hifyed]

Cambridge do work quite will with triangle speakers. Are you thinking the Borea series?

[@jorgeazmitia1363]

@@Hifyed yes

[@gianpratama-x2j]

where's the sound demo ???

[@samuelkirchner4062]

U both sounds so sympathic

[@MrJueKa]

it's a shame, since I haven't heard any music, I can't assess how this system sounds

[@Hifyed]

Are you recommending to play back music recorded through the system.

[@MrJueKa]

@@Hifyed sorry, but I don`t know this system ... I wanted to get to know it here but you don't hear any music, so wasted time

[@Hifyed]

@@MrJueKa we always wanted to playback music but unfortunately can’t due to copyright issues.

[@MrJueKa]

@@Hifyed this excuse doesn't count because there`s also copyright-free music, NCS Music for instance ... such system tests without music are unfortunately quite common on KZbin, all of which are somehow pointless imo

[@Hifyed]

@@MrJueKa thank you! I’ll check some songs out.

[@albeirousuriaga7716]

axa35 8ohms . spektor 2 6ohms

[@robertwoodward9231]

Right. This amp will definitely not dip down past 8 ohms and you will need efficiency up to 87..88 dB at minimum.

[@kristapsziemelis]

I opted for the same hifi system combination. I would try other speakers...may be KEF Q150

[@Av-gurusBlogspot]

This thin-thin thing is maybe calling - Castanets? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castanets

[@Hifyed]

Thank you!