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Sonic Similarity Analysis
Both offer warm, musical presentation in compact, affordable packages that prioritize musicality over power. The AXA35 continues the tradition of smooth, engaging sound that made the PM-500 popular, delivering quality amplification with warm British voicing that appeals to the same listeners who appreciated vintage Marantz warmth.
Marantz PM-500
vs.
Cambridge Audio AXA35
60W
Watts / ch @ 8Ω
35W
92dB
S/N Ratio
88dB
60
Damping Factor
90
0.03%
THD
0.1%
22 lbs
Weight
8.8 lbs
4-16 Ω
Speaker Ohms
4-8 Ω
10Hz - 50kHz
Frequency Response
10Hz - 50kHz
Vintage (used avg)
$350
Modern (new)
$299
Difference
$51less new
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