Cambridge Audio wants to replace a full hi-fi system with just two speakers. The Cambridge Audio L/R M is the middle model in the new L/R range of active streaming speakers. It combines 2 x 150 watts, the StreamMagic platform and connections for a TV, a turntable and a computer.
The L/R series was first shown at CES 2026 and launched at High End in Vienna. We reported earlier that the L/R series is now shipping; here we take a closer look at the L/R M.
Cambridge Audio L/R M: drivers and amplification
Each Cambridge Audio L/R M speaker uses a 28 mm aluminium Torus tweeter in a waveguide, two 4-inch woofers and two 4.75-inch force-cancelling passive radiators. Because the radiators work in opposite directions, the cabinet vibrates less. Two 150-watt amplifiers drive the system.
Processing is handled by a 64-bit DSP with DynamEQ. Frequency response is 40 Hz to 24 kHz.
StreamMagic Gen 4
Streaming runs on Cambridge Audio’s fourth-generation StreamMagic platform. It supports Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Qobuz Connect, is Roon Ready, and works with Google Cast and AirPlay 2. Wi-Fi 5 and Ethernet are both available.
Connections for the whole living room
The Cambridge Audio L/R M is designed to be the centre of a living room. HDMI eARC connects the TV, a built-in MM phono stage takes a turntable, and USB-C audio links a computer. There are also an optical input and a subwoofer output. The two speakers connect to each other with a USB-C speaker link.
Design and finishes
The speakers measure 158 x 263 x 190 mm and weigh 6.2 and 5.4 kg. Cambridge offers six finishes, adds LED underlighting and includes a Bluetooth LE remote control.
Pricing and availability
The Cambridge Audio L/R M costs $1,599 or €1,399 per pair and is available now. The range also includes the larger L/R X ($2,299 / €1,999) and the compact L/R S ($549 / €499). More details are on the Cambridge Audio website.
Key specifications
- Type: active streaming speakers
- Drivers: 28 mm aluminium Torus tweeter, 2 x 4-inch woofers, 2 x 4.75-inch passive radiators
- Amplification: 2 x 150 W
- DSP: 64-bit, DynamEQ
- Frequency response: 40 Hz – 24 kHz
- Streaming: StreamMagic Gen 4: Spotify, Tidal and Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready, Google Cast, AirPlay 2
- Inputs: HDMI eARC, MM phono, USB-C audio, optical
- Outputs: subwoofer
- Dimensions: 158 x 263 x 190 mm
- Weight: 6.2 / 5.4 kg
- Price: $1,599 / €1,399 per pair
Could a pair of active speakers like the Cambridge Audio L/R M replace your separate hi-fi components?
