Published on August 24, 2024
Cambridge audio expert
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The $1,499 Evo One all-in-one sound system from Cambridge Audio.
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The compact Evo One includes 14 speakers.
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On the back there are TV eARC, Aux (line-level RCA), digital optical, USB-A media and Ethernet ports, as well as a pair of MM phono inputs.
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What immediately strikes you is the powerful sound coming from a low, rectangular box that is only 27 inches wide, 11 inches deep and 8 inches high.
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The Evo One’s side and rear mounted drivers combine with a front mounted array to create a wide, open soundstage and room-filling sound.
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For a nostalgic touch, the 6.8-inch high-resolution front panel display also offers the option of displaying two VU meters.
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The sustainable materials used to build the Evo One include aluminum, FSC-certified walnut and 50 percent recycled plastic.
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The sound of the Evo One filled our studio, a large room with high ceilings and reflective surfaces that can challenge more conventional systems.