Cyrus Audio

Cyrus Audio

Cyrus Audio have been engineering hi-fi electronics in Huntingdon since 1984. The half-width chassis is the first thing most people notice — compact enough to fit a shelf that a full-size integrated would dominate — but it exists for reasons that have nothing to do with styling. Keeping the power supply and signal path in close physical proximity reduces interference at the source, and that discipline runs through every decision Cyrus make.

The 40 and 80 Series

The current lineup splits into two clear levels: the 40 series and the 80 series. Each steps up in resolution and control, and each is designed so that individual components work together as a coherent system. Whether you are building around a streamer, a CD transport, or a phono stage, the architecture is the same: discrete, upgradeable blocks rather than a single box that you replace entirely when your expectations change.

The upgradeable power supply is the most important idea in both ranges. Most Cyrus units accept an outboard PSU — the Cyrus 40 PSU being the natural companion to the 40 series — and the improvement is not marginal. A cleaner, more stable power supply lowers the noise floor and tightens timing in a way that changes how the music sits in the room. It is a genuine upgrade path, not an upsell.

Where to Start

The 40 series is a logical entry point. The Cyrus 40 ST Streaming Transport pairs well with a separate DAC and amplifier, giving you the flexibility to upgrade individual links in the chain as your system matures. At the other end, the 80 series — the 80 AMP, 80 PRE and 80 PWR — represents Cyrus at full stretch, with the kind of low-level detail retrieval that rewards critical listening sessions.

We also regularly stock ex-demonstration Cyrus equipment at significant reductions, which is worth checking if you want to move into either range without paying full price.

Hearing It at Martins Hi-Fi

Martins Hi-Fi has been in Norwich since 1968. Elizabeth Gould runs the business today, and we stock only brands we have heard properly and stand behind. We have carried Cyrus for many years and know both the 40 and 80 ranges well enough to build a system around your room, your existing equipment, and your budget. When you get in touch, you'll be speaking with Dave and Chris — experienced specialists who can advise on Cyrus and your wider system. Contact us at info@martinshifi.co.uk, call 01603 627010, or WhatsApp on 07554 687137. You can read more about how we work on our Why Martins Hi-Fi page. We are at 85–91 Ber Street, Norwich, NR1 3EY.