Cambridge Audio L/R S Compact Active Stereo Speakers

The Cambridge Audio L/R S Compact Active Stereo Speakers deliver room-filling, 100-watt sound from a beautifully compact package. Designed for desktops and bookshelves, they combine high-quality Bluetooth aptX HD with wired inputs for your TV, computer, or turntable, no separate amp required. But calling the L/R S "Bluetooth speakers" sells them short. With USB-C, Optical TOSLINK, and RCA inputs, these are a proper hi-fi system condensed into a pair of speakers small enough to sit next to your monitor.

For a full breakdown of the range, see how the L/R S, M, and X compare in our complete Cambridge L/R system guide.

Key Features of the L/R S Speakers

• 100 Watts Total Power: Two 50W amplifiers drive the speakers for a sound that is punchy and authoritative.
• In-House Driver Design: A 21mm aluminium tweeter and long-throw 3-inch woofer, both designed and engineered by Cambridge Audio, not off-the-shelf components.
• Comprehensive Connectivity: USB-C for computers/iPhone/iPad, Optical TOSLINK for TVs, RCA Aux for analogue sources, and Bluetooth aptX HD for wireless.
• DynamEQ Technology: Automatically adjusts low and high frequencies at different volume levels for a balanced sound at any loudness.
• Room Placement Modes: Optimize the sound for desktop or open-room placement to suit your specific environment.
• Subwoofer Output: Dedicated RCA output allows you to connect an external subwoofer for deeper bass impact.
• Six Finishes: Available in Black, White, Orange, Green, Blue, or Walnut (genuine walnut veneer).

Why Cambridge Audio Built the L/R S

Cambridge Audio has been designing and engineering audio equipment in Britain since 1968, when their first product was an integrated amplifier built around a toroidal power supply. That engineering-first philosophy runs through everything they make, including the L/R series. The L/R S exists because there's a gap in the market between cheap Bluetooth speakers that sound like it, and full hi-fi separates that take up an entire shelf. If you want real stereo separation, actual imaging, and detailed sound without the stack of components, the L/R S fills that space honestly.

L/R S: Clear Sound Anywhere You Place Them

Compact yet capable, the L/R S speakers are expertly tuned to outperform their size. The long-throw 3-inch woofer plays down to 55Hz, retrieving bass detail that most compact speakers leave on the table. The aluminium tweeter extends highs with crisp, natural detail. Together they produce an unexpectedly expansive soundstage, whether used as a dedicated desktop system or a bookshelf upgrade.

More Than Bluetooth: Every Input You Actually Need

The L/R S is built for real-world versatility. USB-C connects directly to your laptop, iPhone, or iPad for high-quality digital audio with no adapter needed. Optical TOSLINK takes the feed from your TV or streaming box, making the L/R S a genuine sound bar alternative with the advantage of actual stereo separation (your left and right speakers can be feet apart, not crammed into a single bar). The RCA Aux input handles turntables with a built-in phono stage, older CD players, or any other analogue source. And when you want to go wireless, Bluetooth with Qualcomm aptX HD supports high-resolution streaming up to 24-bit from your phone or tablet.

DynamEQ: Sound That Stays Balanced at Any Volume

One of the more practical features built into the L/R S is DynamEQ, Cambridge Audio's intelligent frequency management system. At lower volumes, bass and treble naturally roll off (that's just physics, not a flaw). DynamEQ compensates by subtly boosting those frequencies to maintain a full, satisfying sound even when you're listening quietly at your desk. Turn the volume up and it dials back, keeping the sound clean and proportional without any manual adjustment. Combined with selectable placement modes (desktop or open-room), you can dial in the L/R S for your exact setup without guesswork.

A Sound Bar Alternative That Actually Sounds Good

Sound bars exist because people want better-than-TV audio without a complex system. Fair enough. But the trade-off is compressed stereo imaging (all your drivers are inches apart) and generally mediocre sound quality at lower price points. The L/R S offers a different approach: two separate speakers that you can place apart for genuine stereo separation, driven by 100 watts of total power, with an Optical input that plugs right into your TV. The result is dramatically wider soundstage, clearer dialogue, and actual musical texture that a sound bar at this price simply cannot match.

Six Finishes, Including Real Walnut

The L/R S is available in Black, White, Orange, Green, Blue, or Walnut. The walnut finish is genuine walnut veneer, not a vinyl wrap, and carries a modest premium at $599/pair (vs. $549 for the other finishes). The orange and green options in particular are striking in person. Cambridge Audio worked with London-based designer Maharishi on the green colorway, and the orange has a metallic quality that photographs don't fully capture. If you're placing these on a desk, shelf, or countertop where they're visible, the finish quality matters, and Cambridge put real thought into making every color worth looking at.

Grow Your System Over Time

The L/R S is designed as a complete system out of the box, but it's also a starting point. The subwoofer output lets you add deeper bass whenever you're ready. And if you later want Wi-Fi streaming, Spotify Connect, or AirPlay 2 capability, Cambridge Audio's MXN10 compact network player plugs right in and brings the full StreamMagic platform to your L/R S speakers without replacing them. It's a thoughtful upgrade path that protects your initial investment.

Explore the Full Cambridge Audio L/R Series

The L/R S is the compact entry point to Cambridge Audio's new active speaker lineup. Looking for more power, streaming capability, or room-filling scale? Explore the rest of the series:

• L/R M - Versatile active streaming speakers with built-in StreamMagic, Wi-Fi, passive radiators, and 300W of power. Perfect for living rooms and dedicated listening spaces.
• L/R X - The flagship of the series with 800W of power, WiSA wireless speaker link, and audiophile-grade performance for serious listeners.

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