Price: $499
Website: www.cambridgeaudio.com
Roger said: Though most high-end audio manufacturers may have abandoned the budget market, Cambridge Audio continues to produce many products in this category, and have imbued their entry-level Azur 350A integrated amplifier with levels of performance and quality that belie its $499 price. If you're looking for an integrated amplifier for a modest yet still audiophile-approved system, the Azur 350A is an excellent choice.
Read the SoundStage! Access review.
The gist: Cambridge: Still catering to audiophiles with a solid integrated under five bills.