CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SX60 Bookshelf Speakers

Product Description

The Cambridge Audio SX60 Bookshelf Speakers deliver rich, room-filling hi-fi sound from a compact and versatile speaker design. Built with Cambridge Audio’s focus on clarity, balance, and musical detail, the SX60 combines a 25mm silk dome tweeter with a 165mm treated paper cone mid/bass driver to produce smooth highs, full-bodied vocals, and deep, controlled bass.

Designed using computer-aided cabinet modelling, the SX60’s rigid MDF enclosure helps reduce unwanted resonance so your music stays clean, focused, and natural. A precisely optimized 2-way crossover ensures both drivers work together seamlessly, creating an immersive stereo image with impressive scale for a bookshelf speaker. With a front bass reflex port, high-quality binding posts, and a refreshed matte black design, the Cambridge Audio SX60 is ideal for speaker stands, shelves, stereo music systems, and compact home audio setups.

Specifications

• Product Type: Bookshelf speakers
• Tweeter: 1 x 25mm, 1" silk dome tweeter
• Mid/Bass Driver: 1 x 165mm, 6.5" doped paper cone
• Driver Configuration: 2-way speaker design
• Crossover: Precisely optimized 2-way crossover
• Sensitivity: 89dB
• Frequency Response: 41Hz - 22kHz
• Impedance: 8 ohms
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 20-100 watts
• Ported Design: 1 front bass reflex port
• Cabinet Construction: Rigid MDF cabinet
• Cabinet Design: Computer-aided modelling to minimize unwanted resonance
• Connectivity: High-quality binding posts
• Speaker Cable Compatibility: Supports thick speaker cable or banana plugs
• Colour: Black Matte
• Design: Refreshed clean design
• Dimensions: 340 x 200 x 272mm, H x W x D
• Dimensions: 13.3 x 7.9 x 10.7", H x W x D
• Weight: 5.0kg, 11lbs
• Placement Options: Suitable for speaker stands or shelf placement

What It's Great At

• Delivering full-bodied bookshelf speaker sound: The 6.5" mid/bass driver helps create rich mids and deep bass from a compact cabinet.
• Producing smooth high frequencies: The 25mm silk dome tweeter delivers refined treble for clear vocals, instruments, and detail.
• Creating a natural stereo image: The optimized crossover helps both drivers work together for balanced, immersive listening.
• Reducing cabinet resonance: The rigid MDF enclosure keeps playback clean, focused, and distortion-free.
• Fitting into flexible spaces: The SX60 works well on stands, shelves, desks, or within compact stereo systems.
• Adding depth to music and dialogue: A frequency response down to 41Hz gives the SX60 impressive warmth and low-end presence.

Expanded Key Features List

• 25mm Silk Dome Tweeter: Delivers smooth, refined high frequencies for natural detail, clear vocals, and balanced treble performance.
• 165mm Treated Paper Cone Mid/Bass Driver: Produces rich midrange and full-bodied bass that gives music warmth, depth, and scale.
• Precisely Optimized Crossover: Ensures the tweeter and mid/bass driver integrate seamlessly for phase accuracy and a cohesive stereo image.
• Extended 41Hz - 22kHz Frequency Response: Reaches low enough to add satisfying depth while maintaining crisp high-frequency detail.
• Front Bass Reflex Port: Enhances low-frequency output while allowing more flexible placement on shelves or near walls.
• Rigid MDF Cabinet: Uses computer-aided design to minimize unwanted resonance for cleaner, more accurate playback.
• High-Quality Binding Posts: Provide a secure connection for thick speaker cable or banana plugs for an easy and reliable setup.
• 89dB Sensitivity: Offers efficient performance that pairs well with a wide range of amplifiers from 20 to 100 watts.
• Compact Bookshelf Design: Delivers large-scale sound while remaining easy to place on stands, shelves, or in smaller listening spaces.
• Black Matte Finish: Features a clean, refreshed look that blends easily into modern home audio systems and entertainment spaces.

FAQ Section

Q: What type of speaker is the Cambridge Audio SX60?
A: The SX60 is a compact bookshelf speaker designed for hi-fi stereo systems, offering full-range sound with Cambridge Audio’s signature clarity and warmth.

Q: What drivers does the SX60 use?
A: Each speaker uses a 25mm silk dome tweeter and a 165mm treated paper cone mid/bass driver for smooth highs, rich mids, and controlled bass.

Q: How low does the SX60’s bass response go?
A: The SX60 reaches down to 41Hz, giving it impressive depth and warmth for a bookshelf speaker.

Q: What amplifier power is recommended for the SX60?
A: Cambridge Audio recommends pairing the SX60 with an amplifier rated between 20 and 100 watts.

Q: Can the SX60 be placed on a shelf?
A: Yes. The SX60 can be placed on a shelf or speaker stands, and its front bass reflex port helps support flexible placement.

Q: What is the impedance of the SX60?
A: The SX60 has an 8-ohm impedance, making it compatible with many stereo amplifiers and receivers.

Q: Does the SX60 support banana plugs?
A: Yes. The high-quality binding posts support thick speaker cable or banana plugs for a secure and reliable connection.

Q: What finish is available for the SX60?
A: The SX60 comes in a clean Black Matte finish that fits easily into modern music systems, media rooms, and living spaces.