Panasonic SA-XR55 review

Can the digital amp finally fulfil its promise?

TechRadar Verdict

Probably the most convincing, affordable digital home cinema amplifier we've seen to date

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Digital amplifiers have been hailed as the next big thing in audio amplifier design.

Of course, this claim has been made for at least the last 15 years, during which time the technology has consistently failed to attract audiophile interest. But increasingly they have found a niche in compact, all-in-one systems, where they deliver both slimline aesthetics and a financial edge.

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