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Cambridge Audio launches its first integrated hi-fi system with full iPod dock (20/10/2008)

Suggested retail price (inc VAT) – £299 Available from – November 2008 See Fusion for the first time at the Top Audio show in Room C, Piano -1 Interrato

Fusion may look cute, but beneath a sleek, narrow casing lies a surprisingly technological beast ready to bring music to life. Fusion combines the convenience of the iPod with a fully integrated micro hi-fi system. A powerful 2.1 amplifier delivering a weighty 30 Watts per channel is matched to a bespoke iPod dock, hi-fi quality CD player, and DAB/FM tuner which work in perfect harmony. Fusion represents a major development for Cambridge Audio as it launches a range of highly compelling integrated products specifically tailored to the digital music generation. As well as complete iPod integration, Fusion takes command of a plethora of other media. Front mounted USB and SD card connections make it incredibly simple to access digital music from a wide range of devices. As well as hi-fi playback of LPCM CDs, the slot-loading CD player is also MP3 and WMA compatible and both the CD player and memory card interfaces support track and artist information display from those file types.

Designed in conjunction with Cambridge Audio’s award-winning S30 bookshelf loudspeaker to provide the perfect stereo set-up, Fusion offers incredible value for money.

The full function, ergonomic Navigator remote handset is a style icon in its own right and gives control of the iPod dock, CD player, tuner and storage card content – all from the comfort of a sofa.

Key features:

• Powerful 30 Watts per channel into 6 Ohms (25Wpc into 8 Ohms) featuring optional X-Bass to enhance micro speaker set-ups
• Slot-loading CD player – MP3/WMA compatible
• Dedicated iPod dock* provides audio playback and auto-charge
• USB and SD card connections with two-line text feedback (album, artist, track) and dedicated source inputs
• DAB (band III and L band)/FM tuner with RDS
• Subwoofer output affords 2.1 performance
• Sleep and alarm timers - set alarm to wake up to DAB or FM radio
• Full-function Navigator remote controls iPod, CD player, tuner, storage card content and amplifier from one easy-to-use handset
• Dimmable easy to read black-mask LCD display
• 3-way binding posts rather than spring clips for simple connection of speakers such as Cambridge Audio’s S30 bookshelf loudspeaker
• Headphone socket
• A stylish custom designed metal chassis – just 215mm wide - offers stunning looks and build quality
• Available in silver and black *Not compatible with Shuffle or iPhone

Fusion features a powerful integrated amplifier with custom toroidal transformer which produces an impressive 30W per channel and is ideally suited to Cambridge Audio’s Sirocco speaker range. Bass, treble and balance can be easily adjusted and optionally enhanced with X-Bass for small micro speakers. A convenient headphone output enables Fusion to be enjoyed at any time while a subwoofer output allows 2.1 performance. An audiophile grade slot-loading CD player with repeat, shuffle and track programme functions is fitted which plays both conventional CDs and discs with MP3 and WMA content.

Digital music files can also be read via a convenient SD card reader or USB connector for portable drives. Other MP3 players can be quickly connected via a front-mounted line-level MP3 input.

The on-board DAB/FM RDS tuner includes twenty presets for instant access to digital and analogue radio stations.

Fusion benefits from a custom designed metal chassis and aluminium front panel which provides both stunning aesthetics and the perfect housing for the electronics. Just 215mm wide, Fusion is guaranteed to look as cool as it sounds in any home.

This landmark product represents an important development in the history of Cambridge Audio. It is also one of the first products to benefit from the company’s brand refresh which sees the introduction of striking new packaging, engaging advertising and much more.

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