All In One MUSIC PLAYER & NAIM Killer? Cambridge Audio EVO 150 Review

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► CAMBRIDGE AUDIO EVO 150 REVIEW
Ever since reviewing the Naim Uniti Atom, one of best all in one music players, we’ve been on the lookout for an updated audio player that could outperform our favorite music streamer. Not to say we don't still LOVE the Atom, but the 4 year old design could be improved upon. With the launch of Cambridge Audio’s new Evo line of do it all integrated amplifiers and high resolution audio player, is this the all-in-one we’ve been waiting for? In this video, we review the Cambridge Evo 150 to find out. Is it the next easy audio system setup to beat?
INTRO: 00:00
SPECS: 00:44
DESIGN: 01:35
APP: 02:48
CLASS D: 03:29
SOUND QUALITY: 04:07
DRAWBACKS: 08:02
NAIM UNITI ATOM COMPARISONS: 09:38
NAD M10/M33 COMPARISONS: 10:34
ARYLIC & BLUESOUND COMPARISONS: 11:06
CONCLUSION: 12:05
END OF REVIEW: 12:49
BONUS CONVERSATION: 12:55
SIGN OFF: 25:30
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@normanguemo Год назад

Why heavily criticize the unit because of lack of touchscreen? The unit is being marketed to be use with your phone and StreamMagic as your remote. Plus, who wants to get up every time just to change the song/volume from the unit? No one… You seat, close your eyes and enjoy the music… that’s the whole point of it.

@ramin3080 Год назад

Device review priorities 1- Does it have HDMI ARC? 2- Does it have a touch screen? Well, let's continue to check the rest... Zooming in on a feature that is not necessary compared to the strengths of this device and is very tasteful.IMO

@vector006 Год назад

Right... personally i like buttons, less stuff to go wrong 10years down the road

@DKunitskiy Год назад

F..k the touch screen, who need it? I need HDMI arc

@davidjenkins8009 8 месяцев назад

Looking at the comments, no-one wants a touch screen, long live buttons. I think your comment ramin3080 is in the same ball park, so I hope we are in agreement.

@c0mbat15 8 месяцев назад

Well said. It's pointless and just a waste of money. Even the screen is pointless and so are the buttons. That's why the WiiM Amplifier is going to kill off this high end stuff.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Good morning! First, THANK YOU so much for tuning in to this review! I'm loving all of the back and forth. It would seem the EVO 150 (and 75) is a hot product right now and has sparked a lot of interest within the community and that is a GREAT THING! I wanted to write a group comment if you will to address a topic that seems to have divided the class -touchscreens. Many of you agree with me re: the EVO needing a touchscreen, and many of you do not. I can see and even appreciate both points of view and while many of you felt I may have made too big a deal out of touchscreens in this review, I'm afraid a little more discussion is needed. So here goes! To those who say touchscreens are unnecessary, and even "stupid" I get it. Your arguments against touchscreens are valid and in many respects I even agree with you, especially as it relates to App-based control. That said, here's why I believe a touchscreen is necessary on the EVO or any future hifi product. First, just because you may not see the need, the fact remains that among the younger generation touch-control has become the norm. Whether or not users choose to use touchscreens over the App is irrelevant for younger users expect and frankly demand to have that flexibility. Any argument against a touchscreen is somewhat akin to saying "Cambridge shouldn't include TIDAL support because more people use or prefer Spotify". That may make sense if you're a Spotify user, but quickly becomes a head scratcher if you're a TIDAL user like me. Second, if no one interacts with the physical unit itself, preferring instead to use the App or remote, why give it a screen, buttons or even any sort of physical controls at all? A lot of you have commented that you like the EVO's volume and input dial, two things that require you to TOUCH the unit itself. I'm sorry, but it is my opinion that if we're going to applaud a volume/control dial then we're discussing a device that is going to be touched and thus physical control of the unit is important. And if it's important I say, give it a touchscreen. Third, we often complain about the lack of physicality that permeates today's digital music culture. Interacting with a device such as the EVO and allowing for the virtual thumbing through of albums etc, brings some (emphasis on some) of that back -albeit in a different way. Lastly, and if for no other reason, the presence of a touchscreen would have been a BIG way for the EVO to differentiate itself from the crowd or at least some of the crowd. Is it necessary? No, of course it's not, but it wouldn't have hurt it either. I hope this helps clarify my thoughts and larger points that I (attempted) made in this video. I'm not leaving this comment in an attempt to convince you or bring you over to my side of the argument, I just wanted to clear up a few things. Thanks for taking time to read and to watch this video. We appreciate it! Be well everyone! -Andrew

@herbpaxton9537 3 года назад

Hey Andrew, I really like work and watching most of your videos made me fall in love with your tri-pod speaker standers. Do you know how I may get it?

@KristiWright 3 года назад

@@herbpaxton9537 You'll find them in the description.

@andyh2215 3 года назад

You put across some good but invalid points. These units are all about their sound and so if the only reason to buy one is because it has a touch screen then you might as well get out of the audio game all together. These units should always be designed simply and without unnecessary, pointless and expensive signal paths and to a degree I believe the screen should be removed completely.

@russfelger 3 года назад

Not sure if this unit has this ability, but, and seeing how the screen is small, and there's usually a larger one close; wouldn't a way to send the screen info to a tv be a great idea or feature? Showing the info on a larger screen, would be a nice touch. Blu ray streamers have the ability, so it wouldn't be a huge feat to implement. Thoughts....?

@renr17 3 года назад

@@andyh2215 these units are not at all only about sound. These are marketed for ease of use (all in one) and appearance. People buy a pre+power combo for pristine playback.

@Jedi71 3 года назад

I'm surprised by the weight given to the lack of a touch screen. I know in my living room I would never touch it as I would be using remotes and Roon.

@scottscottsdale7868 3 года назад

I agree. The phone IS the touch screen.

@kw3046 2 года назад

exactly!

@thomascumiskey3595 Год назад

Agree it's pointless. Like complaining a new TV isn't a touchscreen. If you have to get up and walk to it because the app or the remote are inadequate, that's a fail. The interaction model is the best touchscreens ever made.... The ones on your phone/ tablet.

@Harry-Giles 3 года назад

I have a CXA81 so I am a big C.A. fan. Really enjoyed your take on the Evo 150. I continue to appreciate the post-review chat you two have. It has added an extra dimension to the typical “review”.

@kanuuker 11 месяцев назад

I don't get the infatuation with touchscreens. I'd rather have tactile buttons any day.

@timothyfreeseha4056 2 года назад

I think you do an excellent job of balancing your observations. This is a consistent feature of your reviews & one of the reasons I appreciate your work.

@goombatommy 2 года назад

Hey Andrew! Very well done video! I just picked up rhe EVO 150 and paired it with my Dynaudio Emit 30's, they sound incredible! Very punchy, articulate and the soundstage is massive.

@ralex3697 3 месяца назад

I agree it’s a great all in one unit

@redandwhitegang 3 года назад

Very glad to hear your mum is doing well Andrew. Thanks for the review. I haven’t listened to the NAD M33 yet but I have it at the top of my list for all in one amplifier. Will be giving it a trial soon. Cheers.

@SUPERTOMMO 3 года назад

Are you gonna be able to try some of the Linn DSM? Should be a good competitor in the category. I have a Majik DS-I from almost 10 years ago that I'm still using today and was very glad that it's been updated to support Spotify and AirPlay.

@padraigf76 3 года назад

Great review, I really learned a lot. The discussion worked really well I thought, it really helped illuminate the different amp classes, their characteristic sound, and where the EVO fell within that.

@ijustusethisaccounttocomme2325 2 года назад

A very good review. The key as you mentioned is go and listen to them - its going to be a personal preference. What music do you listen to, how loud is it going to be, and what speakers are you going to use, and even the room they will be used in. I had 90 mins in a listening room with my new speakers and both the Naim and the Cambridge audio units, and I liked the cleaner sharper sound the Evo 75 gave my music. The Naim felt warm, but the Evo gave me goose bumps. Touch screen - yes may be expecting that now for things with a price tag like this, but its not a deal breaker. I like the StreamMagic app it works around the way I listen to music - Spotify, Bluetooth to my PC, stream from my NAS media library it just works. It makes me smile when I put my music on - and considering that these are not budget systems you must be confident it can do that for you the next few years. The Evo 75 did that for me - you may hate it.

@uprajsingh 3 года назад

Discussion was nice touch, enjoyed it Andrew :) , it would be cool see Christi facial expressions as well !!! but sound was awesome, so good job in mixing these two channels :D

@cheapaudioman 3 года назад

Great review. This thing looks pretty incredible.

@j.l.lukaart4845 3 года назад

Can't wait for your review of the Focal Diablo Utopia's!

@JamesH1973 3 года назад

Delighted to hear your Mum will be making a recovery Andrew. Take care Mrs Robinson.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Appreciate that, James.

@VintageVic93 3 года назад

The guitar track in the conclusion was a nice touch! As always, thanks for the great review.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Thanks for noticing. Trying something different.

@SeanVedell 3 года назад

I liked it too. It was subtle and unexpected to actually hear music on one of your reviews. btw, thank you for never recording audio from the gear you’re reviewing. It’s meaningless on RU-vid and I’ve always appreciated that you don’t do it.

@garyjones5947 3 года назад

A very interesting review. I think it looks stunning. I’m glad you javelin remained objective. Fantastic overview...well done.

@vladimirjovanovic2803 3 года назад

Thank you for another great, honest and informative review. I thought the CXA61 is a sure contender for the upgrade of my system, but after I heard a few comments you made about it while talking with Kristie, I will certainly think twice.

@nextsegment78 Год назад

Many hifi enthusiasts still don’t like touchscreens. Personally I’m happy Cambridge still goes this way. Who wants a touch experience, has the full range of operability through the app via iOS or Android

@billelliott3507 Год назад

Fingerprints are ugly. Much prefer tactile buttons. Only issue is if it’s difficult to use.

@slippyification Год назад

The wife gets to pick the house. She can choose the colour of the walls, the floor, the curtains or blinds and the kitchen units. The bedsheets or the plates and the bathroom tiles. I don't care about any of that. I could live in a cave as long as I had my music system.

@slippyification Год назад

I only care about Two things. The TV and the HiFi and and She dare not even give an opinion.

@BudEveland 5 месяцев назад

As always, thanks for being not just informative but entertaining. We all need to see Christy's T-Shirt when you get it lol.

@ianhill1131 3 года назад

Great video Andrew and agree. I had an Evo and really liked it but just wasn't quite there. For me biggest miss apart from touch screen was Dirac or similar. Lifestyle systems are about convenience and so I think big miss to leave that out given this and the slot into living room nature. I returned mine and went instead for CXA81 and Qutest. Saved £600 and not much different in terms of hideaway ability.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

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@TheLkdude 3 года назад

I would say to compare 1:1; NAD M10 is the best.

@zachariahadams 3 года назад

Apparently, you do.

@Audiomainia2310 3 года назад

Hi Andrew - I was told by any audiophile buddy that class D amplifiers by design drive harder and cooler, but with more THD than a class AB amp / is this correct?

@Audiomainia2310 3 года назад

@Douglas Blake Many thanks for the clarification!

@varunu4176 3 года назад

Those Focals are GORGEOUS!!!!!

@2savetherepublic 3 года назад

I appreciate your honesty with this review Andrew. Thank you.

@cristim9779 3 года назад

Thank you for the review! I value your honest opinion.

@titntin5178 3 года назад

Thanks for the review. Having previosly used a Cambridge streamer, i moved to a Naim Atom and have never been happier, but I was obviously interested in how this unit turned out. If i had to take a punt on which amp would sound best to me, I would have picked Naim every time, so nice to know im likely to feel this if i heard the Cambridge unit. Another good video, thank you!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Glad you hear you're enjoying your Atom! Thanks for watching!

@normandyflores554 3 года назад

Excellent review as always❤️ seems like I'm still sticking to class ab amp from the time being.

@baronvonaux8294 2 года назад

I have got both of these units here to compare, and I simply cannot understand how you guys concluded this. The EVO 150 is cleaner across the frequency spectrum, with clearly better bass definition, and smoother more natural sounding treble with a broader, more 3d soundstage than the Naim. It is dramatically more powerful and handles low impedance and inefficient speakers with ease where the Atom struggles. The Streammagic app is slicker and more responsive than the Naim app on my devices. The inclusion of chromecast on the EVO is also a significant advantage, particularly for Qobuz users.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 2 года назад

I guess we'll have to agree to disagree.

@jlappin6277 Год назад

I was looking to get this receiver for my 705S 2 B&W, Thank you for your thoughts and feedback.

@SumanDutta.Oxford 3 года назад

Great review, Andrew! Thanks

@kitdenerley 2 года назад

I've had an Atom for a couple of years and I just auditioned the EVO 150. For me the EVO sounds a bit more coherent and a little smoother than the Naim with a more convincing soundstage. I do find the Naim can be a bit fatiguing over a long listening session and while every individual instrument is ultra-clear they don't always knit together into a musical whole. Personally I couldn't care less about a touch screen as it would be at my waist height. The backlit Naim remote is rather lovely - especially the way it lights up when you move it :) There really isn't much between them functionally and in the end it's just down to personal preference on the sound. The EVO does have bass and treble controls which you'll be glad of if your tastes run to retro stuff like Television, Velvet Underground et al

@wuzumaki 2 года назад

What speakers did you test them with?

@jlappin6277 Год назад

I’m going to purchase the Evo hoping that it sounds good with the 705 S 2. just spoke to somebody on Crutchfield comparing the Evo up against another amplifier . Thanks again for your thoughts.

@moripottkanal 3 года назад

Very in depth review! Benchmark reviews every time! Answer to your question... I see three versions of integrated Amps... NAD C338, NAIM Unity Atom and an Integrated Amp like Cambridge Audio AX A35 or NAD C316 v2 plus a Streamer like Arylic S10(or similar)...

@sweemechai 3 года назад

Waiting patiently for your Focal Diablo review.

@reality-cheque Год назад

Just bought the EVO 150 and quite pleased with it. I agree about the neutral sound - it replaced an Arcam FMJ A32 - but glad it doesn't have a touch screen. It's controlled from an old iPad, which I've dedicated to use as a remote. I listen to internet radio most of the time and it works really well. Speakers are Spendor A5R. Gripes: I'd like the volume knob to have more 'feel' - it turns to easily and either detents or oil damping would give it a much more classy touch. Shame you can't change the icons on the source menu - the CD input is either a pair of RC plugs or an optical pentagon.

@davidjenkins8009 8 месяцев назад

it turns too easily, it is a pity that the modern education system fails so many.

@willtothewong 3 года назад

One of the most detailed reviewers (not just audio products) out there!

@adriankaule5001 3 года назад

Great review and video again and again 😎 I understand the dilemma about the class D sound and can relate! For months I have had a cambridge class XD, the azur 851w power amp connected to my streamer Yamaha wxc-50 running my Dali Helicon400’s. Today I connected my “new” oldschool Denon PMA2000AE, and what a difference! Looking forward for your next video ❤️

@vicgo3519 2 года назад

Not an issue for me the touch-screen. Even I don't like them at all for some uses (either in my car or in an HiFi system where you mainly handle the device through your phone or tablet touch screen). On the other hand, yes I would like in these screens more imformation about the music when you are listening (the audio format, the rip sampling (bit/KHz) or the data being downloaded (kbps)) Thank you for your channel

@johnnycrinkle 3 года назад

I've gained so much information from your straightforward reviews, equal to the reviews I appreciate the product imagery you provide. Thanks for your hard work 😎👍 I've still got my fingers crossed for the ls50 wireless ii review. (Posswith the kc62 as the icing on the cake)

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

LS50 Wireless IIs are IN. THE. HOUSE. 👍

@KristiWright 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews Sometimes you gotta have a 'come to jesus' meeting to get what you need. Amiright?

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

@@KristiWright sometimes you just got let 'em know what time it is.

@johnnycrinkle 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews Oh quality, I'm looking forward to that review (Dont rush it on my behalf tho) 😉👍. Have you listened to the kc62?

@KristiWright 3 года назад

@@johnnycrinkle No, we have not heard the KEF sub. You guys aren't grasping how difficult it is to get some brands to send product.

@dodpr 3 года назад

Excellent review as always! Thanks

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Thanks for tuning in!

@joeh9829 Год назад

Thanks Andrew. I find your reviews understandable and rewarding. My current dilemma is to stay with my electronics from 30 years ago or move up to streaming with the integration of my old CD player and turntable. I do 100% agree with you that if I move up to a digital streaming device like the Cambridge or Naim, why? why? has the technology not moved to a touch screen interface.

@stevep2111 Год назад

The Nad M10 and M10 v2 has touch screen :)

@doofwop Год назад

Touchscreens are not responsive enough and show fingerprints too clearly. I personally hate them. Most of these streamers use a mobile app to control everything so one might ask you why you need a touchscreen on the front of the unit. For redundancy? LOL

@vector006 Год назад

If the touchscreen dies, you have a worthless pile of junk

@seasonsfour7002 Год назад

I just got the Evo 75 and paired it with my Sonus Faber Chameleon t, with the help of SVS PB-1000 and it is excellent. The sound is much better than with the B&K Amp 200.1 and Denon-800E network streamer. If I had known this before, I would buy the Evo a long time ago.

@ralex3697 3 месяца назад

Same here, I think it’s a great compact unit.

@themartorana 3 года назад

Out of the Uniti Atom, Evo 150, and NAD M33, I ended up with the M33 driving my Heresy IVs. It's definitely a but more expensive so I don't know if the comparison is fair, but where the 150 kind of failed the "musicality" test for Class D, the M33 excelled (for me), even over the Atom. I do hope to see your take on the M33 one day!

@yedir007 3 года назад

So glad to hear that your mom is at home and recovering. SO GLAD! My own mom passed a month ago yesterday from _ _ _ _ _ and was in the hospital when it happened. I hope you cherish her and let her know how much she means to you and how she positively changed your life over the years. I didn't get to do that this year. Remember, everybody, to tell you loved ones how much they mean to you and how you appreciate them. Don't let the hustle and bustle of life be the reason you don't.

@J_Peace 3 года назад

Agreed. My mom passed away in January. Spent Mother’s Day at the cemetery. Don’t take the precious time you have left for granted!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

@d c I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I will admit there was a moment where I thought my own mother was not going to make it out of the hospital. She's very lucky and I'm very grateful she did. My heart goes out to you and your family because I know not everyone has been as fortunate.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

@JPeace116 My condolences.

@Turbojetkart 8 месяцев назад

this touch screen thing, is a none starter.... your telling me you get up from your chair to change tracks every time..... nope you use your mobile......? that your making it an issue in a reveiw...... i want to know how it sounds

@douweschat8978 3 года назад

Nice review again! Would love to see a review of the RME ADI-2 FS, seems like an interesting piece of equipment. Would this be a possibility? :)

@franciscomoran1591 2 года назад

Is there any way to improve the sound, with a preamp or an equalizer? What do you recommend? Great review. congratulations

@richardt3371 3 года назад

One really, really important thing you forgot to mention (and it's a surprising omission given the "touchscreen touchscreen touchscreen" rant!) is the remote control that comes with this thing - it's an absolute beauty. I've had the good fortune of trialling the EVO 150 here in the UK, and whilst I'm not convinced by the whole all-in-one thing (though the Naim Uniti is a better option if you must go down that route), the remote control was one of those that you remember using. I disagree completely too with the whole touchscreen demand - even from your video I was itching to get a microfibre cloth to wipe away the greasy finger marks on the display!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

The remote is beautiful to look at and feels good in the hand but it’s a) reminiscent of B&O remotes from the 80/90’s and is virtually impossible to use in dimly lit rooms. Beautiful design but not wholly functional in all situations.

@richardt3371 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I don't feel a resemblance to the old B&O remotes is a bad thing - we have mobiles/tablets if you want a touchscreen interface experience, but for those who like a bit of solid heft in the hand, then the Cambridge remote feels lovely. Though maybe that's just me! I thought it was simple enough to use - pronounced volume and function buttons were tactile and placed where you'd expect them - though again I didn't use in a dim room, so I take your point. Wasn't unhappy to see it go back, I don't feel bereft without it.

@DJ_BROBOT 3 года назад

Andrew and Kristi, youre starting my Sunday out good!!! Annnnd, I am in the class A camp too. Solidly. Neutrality or clinical sound is boring. Also, glad the biggest Mother's Day gift today is that your Momma is home and on her way to recovery. God bless her

@KristiWright 3 года назад

Good to see you!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

So glad you've stopped by this morning! Hope you enjoy the review!

@KristiWright 3 года назад

We updated the "film set" which is our living room with some different furniture!

@etiennela4870 2 года назад

Great video! Only disagreement I have is regarding the touch screen - I have a Naim Nova, and initially also regretted the lack of touch screen until…. I started to notice the finger prints! I now think Naim and Cambridge are right with omitting the touch screen. The screen is meant to be looked at and not touched, and have unsightly finger prints all over it. It’s only my opinion of course!

@hishamosman4341 2 года назад

Better not to have the touch screen. All Naim's streaming products area simply sublime, way...way ahead of the rest, thanks to their foray with the Atom that started it all. The Star even comes with CD! This Evo looks fine, checks all the boxes

@LymanPhillips 2 года назад

I totally agree. Fingerprint city.

@cameronkrause4712 3 года назад

Excellent review. You made some great points of which I think the most important is that this product is built around somebody else's platform-it is class d. I have been watching the class d thing for a long time now, and I have never been a fan of it. I always believed right from the beginning that it was a cost cutting effort. Now, in itself, there is nothing wrong with that, but we have seen some companies charge silly amounts of money for something that I do not like the character of. As I often go through the classified ads, I have noticed that there has always been plenty of Devialet on the used market. That being a manufacturer of class d gear it makes me wonder why so much of it is up for sale. I have heard it, and it sure isn't my cup of tea. Perhaps some people find the class d sound boring after living with it for a while. Andrew, as to your question about who makes the best all inclusive integrated amp, I guess that comes down to what one considers all inclusive. If by all inclusive we were to agree that it meant, a amp with a built in phono stage and a built in dac I would say the Denon pma 1600ne. As an owner of this integrated, I can tell u that it has ample power, and that the built in dac is very easy to listen to and that the built in phono stage is not just good, but it is outstanding. I have no need to buy anything else, and that's what an integrated should deliver.

@Hell_Kell 3 года назад

Love the video and both of your input. I'm so sorry to hear about your mom 😞. Happy Birthday to Darren Hayes! Fucking angel, he is ❤❤ Love that man. I saw your video a while back about how his OUT OF THIS WORLD music & voice helped you through hard times, and I related to that so much. I'm 34, so I've been such a huge fan for 24 years now. When I saw your Instagram chat with Darren a little while back, I was so excited to find out that you are actually friends! He is just so lovely and such a sweet person with the perfect touch of hilarious raunchy-ness. I left you guys a couple of comments on Twitter. In case you don't remember, I'm the Robyn fanatic. Again, great video. Thanks!!

@micro1live 2 года назад

HI! Thank you for the amazing review of the Cambridge Audio EVO 150. I have one questions to ask. Currently, I have Denon PMA-60 (50W - 4 Ohms), Martin Logan 15 and REL Tzero MKIII. I was wandering if upgrade to Cambridge Audio EVO 150 will improve the sound (other than amount of power)? I am using it with PC via USB and iPhone Bluetooth.

@esaranba47 3 года назад

Superb review, thank you Andrew. Just want to point out that Rose's RS 150 and RS201 would also be competitors. They are now being sold in US and both products offer tons of features, including the ability the connect a usb cd drive and rip/play CDs (I think the Atom does that too), as well as to add a SSD drive. Rose's app also seems very intuitive. And...they have a touchscreen :D

@CraigFels 3 года назад

Happy to year your mom is recovering Andrew. I really enjoy your videos and the effort you and Kristy put in to the production and discussion. One thing I noticed in the close up shots were the fingerprints where you tried to use the front as a touch screen. I think this is why some companies resist implementing touch screens and also my opinion on why they don’t always belong. For a device like a phone or tablet, the experience requires touch screen. Do we need it in this type of device? I prefer the devices in my house to not have finger prints all over them, which is why I never use the touch screen on my Surface Laptop and avoid touching screens of any type when possible. 😀

@westcoast708 3 года назад

I've been waiting for this .

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Well, I hope it was worth the wait. Thanks for tuning in this morning!

@westcoast708 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews atom all the way js ..thx for the review both of you..

@westcoast708 3 года назад

@@stevelimey I have heard it and in the process of buying it .

@westcoast708 3 года назад

@@stevelimey the atom .

@not_authorized 2 года назад

Personally I like the separation clean black screen without fingerprints and hard buttons.

@funkyfurballs1078 3 года назад

For all the EVO 150 does, it's is an excellent product. You don't need a touch screen with a remote. The display is super modern, better than the Atom. I would pick the a NAD Masters series over either....Please review the QUAD Artera Solus Play.

@gracenotes5379 2 года назад

To me the non-touch screen is a non-issue, but a dry upper frequency range and lack of warmth is a deal breaker. I actually thought Hypex NCore would be more convincing than your comments suggest, given some other well-regarded products that use those same modules. However, premium HiFi brands are known to use their analog pre-amp design choices to "voice" amplifiers that use class-D modules, so perhaps this where the difference lies?

@ivanbogdaue Год назад

I will always choose amp with quality mechanical controls to touchscreen of NAD M10 for example. In my opinion touchscreen is preferable only in mobile devices.

@sunealverma2432 3 года назад

Andrew great review I would like to see a review of the Focal speakers and Uniti Nova and hear your thoughts on the combo.

@mattyj3051 3 года назад

Excellent review. All in one solution is what I am looking for. I am hoping for a Hegel review? Maybe the H95?

@KristiWright 3 года назад

Noted! I'll take a look at Hegel to see if anything strikes our fancy.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

I will google the Hegel and see if it's something we should put on the channel. Thanks for tuning in!

@PMSMM2007 3 года назад

Excelent. Thank you! I'm waiting for your review of the Hegel H95 🤔

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Another ✅. for the Hegel. Will look into it. I fear they've been reviewed to death but let me see.

@Bazerk666 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I too would like to hear your take on the Hegel. All the best to your Mum.

@rolkinn 2 года назад

Thinking about the excellent low end of the Buchardt S400s, would this be a good match? With the added highs of the EVO 150, seems like it could be a good pairing. Thoughts?

@jimji2774 3 года назад

New improved Bluesound Powernode is out now with 80 watts and a supposedly better dac. Be nice to see if you like it better now and compare it to the Naim and EVO. thanks

@FireTriode 3 года назад

Another great review, thanks! I'm really hoping that Cambridge updates their other streamers. The 851N and CXN have been the centerpieces of my systems and sound amazing. I *need* an analog input for my turntable though! I don't *want* a built-in amp. Hoping for an updated CXN or 851N.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Oh, if they update the CXN with a v3 and give it an analog input I'm buying it. That is the ONLY think keeping it from being my preamp of choice right now. The EDGE is brilliant, but it's so big and cumbersome despite my love for it!

@FireTriode 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews Agreed on the preamp section- I run mine directly into an SET tube amp, and it's *so* transparent. I'll either have to wait, or *really splurge* and get that Edge NQ. :-) Have a great Mother's Day weekend, you two. 🌹

@LorienDrechsler 3 года назад

Hey Andrew. I've been watching a lot of your videos lately because I was looking to get into a decent component system. I listen to techno/metal/jazz mostly. But, As I watched, I came to realize that what I really want, is a network streaming solution with the ability to add a phono later on. However, when it comes to putting my first system together from scratch, I'm clueless. I know what most components do and the basics of connecting RCA plugs, but beyond that, I could use some help. Could you possibly do a newbie video covering how to piece together a decent beginner system and maybe cover some of the more advance connectivity features (i.e. Bluetooth, TOSlink, etc)? I checked through your previous videos and didn't see one (forgive me if I missed it). I appreciate your videos and thanks for putting QUALITY content on RU-vid!

@ipviri 3 года назад

... long awaited. Bravo. Liked before even finishing it.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Long awaited? This bad boy just came out. Let me know what you think AFTER the review 😉

@KristiWright 3 года назад

Thank you so much for tuning in and liking the video! We hope it was worth your wait.

@sdemosi 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews a week is a long time in online audiophile news 😁

@ipviri 3 года назад

Bwahaha. Touché. As someone that just opened this Pandora's box of stereo audio I had KEFs lx50 ii and the naim in my proverbial cart.... But then saw this product announced and "reviewed" (they were marketing pitch garbage).. So I waited for this review. Then watched more of your videos... And landed on the Kantu YU6 per your rec of going about this habit/rabbithole/"lifestyle" incrementally. So thanks for doing what you do.

@ipviri 3 года назад

Oh, more explicitly than what my above comment implied.... this was an honest review - which I expect here.

@oliverstoys8411 2 года назад

I like how you present the product and review, i would like to suggested when you are talking to her, it would be better if you can look directly to the camera, she can be behind the camera instead. Or present it like a interview, i think it will be better.

@Date08202011 3 года назад

+10 for the shirt! Always a great review 🙂. Regarding the touch screen, I think the question is how often would it actually be used? The unit might be tucked away or the owner might not want to be cleaning fingerprints all the time. With the advent of a remote control, people just don't want to get up if they don't have to. The bigger issue might be the treble presentation.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Thank you!

@NaveedKhan-bs1sc 3 года назад

Good points 👍

@HoldMyCowsberg 3 года назад

Excellent review as always, Andrew! Between the CA EVO 150 and Naim Unity Atom, which one pairs better with the Buchardt S400? Does the Atom has enough power to drive the S400?

@1570CHRIS 3 года назад

Very nice review guys.

@zilerama 3 года назад

My friend has an Atom. I'm in love with the Naim sound so was planning to get myself one. And then this came up.. must say I prefer Evo design and functionality (Tidal connect, MQA, bigger and better screen), but I knew it will never sound as good as Naim. I know it would be a overkill but I am thinking of getting myself Evo 150 to be used just as streamer and connect it to Nait 5si. Other friend has Cambridge CXN v2 streamer with Nait 5si and the sound is superb IMO. I guess this can only sound better.

@kelvinchui8311 2 года назад

Hi Andrew, I have 2 questions regarding evo150: 1. Does it have universal voltage. I am moving to Canada and wondering if it works fine there. 2. I have a pair of Elac 247 first generation, do they match with evo 150? Thanks, and wish your channel every success in the future!

@RussellWebsterblogger 3 года назад

Great and really helpful video, as I'm about to purchase either the EVO or the ATOM. The advantage of the EVO is that the EVO 75 is £700/$1000 cheaper than the ATOM.

@renr17 3 года назад

Atom I would imagine to be better built honestly.

@BrianBroughten 3 года назад

I love my Evo75 and the styling issue is nice since it sits "under" my TV

@rekodo_intl 3 года назад

I was really looking forward to this review (great as always) but I was hoping you'd say the EVO 150 was a must-buy. Looks killer. I bought a Sony HAPZ1ES 1TB Hi-Res Music Player for my office a while back because I just don't have the time to play (and enjoy) vinyl records at work. I'm still eyeing the Naim Uniti Atom but yeah a touch screen would be great. I wonder if the reason high-end audio makers don't want touch screens is because fingerprints will "ruin" or "detract" from their beautifully engineered creations?

@billd9667 3 года назад

Another great review. I’d like to see that M33 review. Looking forward to it. These class D amps need a “class AB switch” that adds a digital filter which fattens up the sound - like some ladder DACs have.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

I have been told an M33 is in route to us. Stay tuned!

@trollmaster2122 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews very looking forward to this, it's on my shortlist. Any chance you could review the HiFi Rose products? 150 or 250?

@billd9667 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews Still tuned! 😶 😁

@AJL713 3 года назад

Hey guys, love your channel. Have you considered reviewing some Polk speakers? Namely, I'm curious to hear what you think of the Polk Reserve R200 bookshelves and see how they compare to something like the Monitor Audio 100s for a home theater. Thanks :)

@massimilianozeni1848 3 года назад

Guys that was a very long rant for a touch screen! It s not gonna change the way it sounds and Dirac live is the future much more than a touch screen. I had an M10. The sound is pretty good but similar of that of this Cambridge as you describe it. The big advantage of NAD is Dirac which a few reviewers have had time or will to explore properly. It is revolutionary in problematic rooms (most of our rooms) if someone spend the time to understand the room and Dirac itself since the basic curve leaves everyone unsatisfied with the bass(quantity). As per the touchscreen I might have touched it 2-3 times in the 2 years I had the M10 so if it s not desktop use I d say, whatever :). I predict that you will find the M10 a bit sterile too so I suggest to go deep into Dirac when you get it. Ciao

@kentmeridian1 3 года назад

I wonder how often a touch screen would get used when your using an app interface anyway. Your maybe a bit hung up on that but love the vids I’m learning a lot!

@GlassActivist 3 года назад

I was hoping to see this review. One feature forgotten that really matters to me was USB DAC. Pure neutral is alright, because there are no shortage of rich speakers.

@AnirudhNatekar 3 года назад

Great review! I’m a wannabe audiophile and recently got the PS Audio Sprout100 integrated amp, Audiolab 6000CDT paired with Elac UB52. I’m impressed with the quality, but would love to see your thoughts/reviews on these. Thanks!

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Do you like your setup? If so, that is ALL that matters. But I will take a look at your wish list and see if any of those products are a good fit for the channel. Thanks for watching!

@dnburgess 3 года назад

I would love to get your take on the T+A Caruso. It has a 7” touchscreen. At $3900 it is one of the cheapest products made by T+A. For the extra $900 over the Naim or Cambridge, you also get a CD player and tuner - so it is arguably a fair comparison.

@ramin3080 2 года назад

I prefer a clean, non-touch screen to a touch screen but covered in fingerprints. But I can not ignore the sound at all and it needs to be heard closely

@roccobruno8027 3 года назад

I would love to have your opinion on the Lyngdorf, NAD, Anthem, LINN and Simaudio equivalents. That would be one heck of a showdown.

@Morten.Bremvåg Год назад

I have watched quite a few reviews, and nobody talks about the HDMI ARC functionality. I want a good integrated where I use my TV as a hub. I use my stereo as much for TV, movies and console play as I do music listening. Can you control the volume with the TV-remote? Is there any delay/lip sync issues?

@thomascumiskey3595 Год назад

Yes you can control vol w TV remote and no no sync issues.

@KristiWright 3 года назад

Morning everybody! We appreciate you stopping by to hang out with us today. Enjoy the review and Happy Mother's Day to those who cared for you!

@SeanVedell 3 года назад

Happy Mother’s Day from Hamilton, ON. I hope that Andrew’s Mom is getting better and that you are both having a great Sunday. Now to go order dinner so it shows up before 9pm!!

@sjors01 2 года назад

hi Andrew, compare with Denon pma150H how do these devices compare? the Denon costs €1300, the Cambridge twice as expensive. is the Cambridge worth twice the sound? or are they closer together than you might think?

@mcsnoopster 3 года назад

Excellent video really enjoyed it! Kristi's audio mix was a little sharp I noticed. Just wanted to give you a heads up. Had to turn it down a bit when her always excellent contribution came in.

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Noted. Am trying to get the levels just right for everyone. Thanks for watching through to the end!

@mcsnoopster 3 года назад

@@andrewrobinsonreviews wouldn't miss a minute. Keep up the great work guys.

@armanddesarrierespays719 2 года назад

That's a bizarre criticism: "give me less power but a touch screen" like no, I need power for my 150 W 8 ohm speakers... and my touch screen is an iPad. I don't want my amp full of finger prints. The clinical sound or other issues are fair though. I'm looking for a powerful enough amp (at least 120 W 8 ohm) with HDMI ARC and good streaming and USB audio. I don't see much that surpasses this... maybe the sound is not too great but other reviewers claim otherwise... not sure what to think.

@simianinc 3 года назад

I can’t remember the last time I adjusted my music from the amp. Adding a touch screen adds cost but no value. You already have a touchscreen - your phone!

@NottsModeller 3 года назад

I’ve been lucky enough to compare the evo to the atom, along with the nad m10 and lyngdorf 1120. I now own the atom and got an arylic a50 for my son. The atom sounded better than all of them to my ears. The lyngdorf was great with room perfect correction, but lacked the nice lifestyle build of the atom. I suggest you give the 1120 a test.. the correction is very interesting indeed.

@Unicorn-ST 3 года назад

The NAD 10 has something that catching me. I would like you revise It. In the other hand, refering the D class amplifier, I have a cheap one, an SMSL SA300 and it surprised to me how good it sounds. If you want a colour taste, yo always can use a tube pre-amp or an equalizer.

@greggles69 3 года назад

My vote for best Integrated streamer/amp is the Linn Selekt DSM - and that's coming from someone that used to own a Naim Uniti Star - the big brother of the Atom (with built in CD plater/ripper). The Linn also have a very good MM/MC phono stage for vinyl junkies.

@chrisburn7178 2 года назад

Interesting. I asked my local shop (Linn and Naim dealers) and as I already have an Atom and was looking for room correction that was what they recommended. I was expecting it to be Linn prices but it's not out of the question.

@ThousandThrills 3 года назад

Thanks for the review, I dreamed about this for a few hours only because of the coolest display around but if the sound isn't phenomenal, I'm not interested...Anthem could be my choice even if they're avrs....

@chemicallust77 3 года назад

This is a very interesting review dynamic....men and women hear things differently, especially as they age....and that difference starts at the midrange spectrum....for men, our hearing tends to favor the midrange to lower frequencies and we start to lose sensitivity to the higher frequencies...and it's the opposite for women...which is why sometimes while you like a certain amplifier sound Andrew, to Kristi, it may present itself as a bit more forward or harsh in the upper frequencies, because she actually hears more of that sound spectrum

@richardmyers7181 3 года назад

Well done andrew editing is very fast

@andrewrobinsonreviews 3 года назад

Thank you Richard.

@Bazerk666 3 года назад

Thanks for this review, I was hoping you were going to try the EVO150. On one hand I was a little disappointed it did not live up to expectations, but given it is $4,200 in Australia, you may have cured my FOMO. Would love the NAD M33, but that will not happen at twice the price of the EVO. What do you think the life span is of these screens on these amps? They look great, but I wonder what happens when they die. If you get the chance, I would love your take on the Peachtree Nova amps.

@robertbrody4032 2 года назад

You guys really missed the point here. A touch screen is awful. It shows fingerprints and all owners would be doing is trying to keep it clean. There's just no advantage AT ALL to a touch screen. Who even messes with their amp face when they have a remote and apps? The level of detail from the 150 is on a significantly higher level and soundstage is also broader. Is it more clinical? Depends on your speakers. The 150 does a better job with the Magnepan's and also sounds more lively with my Duevel Planets. The Atom is, to my ears, a colored sounding component that sounds a bit too dark. These are all great components, but speakers and rooms along with varying tastes will be a factor in which are chosen.

@gb3496 3 года назад

I'm with Kristi on this one! Can't stand laid back, clinical, flat sound! Just REALLY hard finding equipment that gives you that "forward", "detailed", yet "rich" sound!