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Cambridge Audio SX60

Name: Cambridge Audio SX60
Brand: Cambridge Audio
SKU: sx-60
Price: 329.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (15 reviews)

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Designed for bigger spaces and expansive sound, SX60 builds on the strengths of its smaller SX50 sibling while delivering greater depth, scale, and impact. Whether placed on stands or a shelf, SX60’s ensure that every note is delivered with clarity and confidence.

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Overall Score 88/100

Nicely Roasted

The Cambridge Audio SX60 delivers surprisingly punchy, room-filling low end with a ported 6.5" woofer and tight, controlled bass, paired with a smooth treble from the silk-dome and a natural midrange that favours musicality. Reviewers like The Ear note its solid build and strong value, making it an appealing bookshelf option.

Pros

Unusually deep, punchy bass for a bookshelf thanks to the 6.5" woofer and front port
Smooth, refined treble from the 25mm silk-dome tweeter that stays non-fatiguing
Natural, well-bodied midrange that favours vocal presence and musical timbre
Sturdy construction and strong value for money at the listed price

Cons

Not a floorstander-level speaker—lacks extreme scale and the deepest, most holographic soundstage

Sound Quality

88/100

Bass

90/100

6.5" woofer plus a front port and a claimed 41Hz frequency response give the SX60 unusually deep extension for a bookshelf. For its size the ported design and measured low-end spec justify an excellent bass score, with good slam and reach though not floorstander authority.

Mid

89/100

Doped paper 165mm cone and a two-way crossover point suggest warm, natural midrange with good body and vocal presence. The speaker’s tuning favors musicality and timbral richness rather than clinical neutrality.

Treble

88/100

25mm silk-dome tweeter typically delivers smooth, non-fatiguing highs with decent extension up to the specified 22kHz. Treble is refined and unlikely to be aggressive or sibilant, emphasizing coherence with the midband.

Soundstage Imaging

86/100

As a two-way bookshelf with a single 6.5" driver, imaging is solid with good width and fair depth; soundstaging should be convincing for nearfield and medium-room listening but not extremely holographic. Placement and toe-in will affect focus.

Dynamics

87/100

89dB sensitivity and 20–100W recommended power imply the SX60 can play dynamically with competent punch when partnered with a modestly powered amplifier. Transient response benefits from the relatively lightweight cone materials and ported loading.

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Build Quality

88/100

Compact 340 × 200 × 272mm cabinets at 5.0kg each suggest sturdy construction and good finish control consistent with Cambridge Audio’s build standards. Front porting and driver integration appear well executed for the price point.

Features Connectivity

80/100

Passive bookshelf baseline applied (single-post speaker terminals). No DSP, streaming, or active features expected or penalized.

Value for Money

88/100

At ~329 (price range provided), the SX60 offers strong bass extension, smooth highs and solid build for the money versus typical mid‑price bookshelf rivals; presents a compelling choice for buyers wanting musicality and low-end reach without a sub.