The British audio brand Majority is expanding its product line with four exceptionally affordable hi-fi solutions. The Fitzwilliam Trio consists of a source module with a CD player, a streaming amplifier, and a CD receiver. In addition, there’s the Quadriga Maxi, a larger all-in-one system with built-in speakers and a subwoofer.
Measuring 43.5 centimeters wide, the three Fitzwilliam components are based on the classic hi-fi format. They all feature Spotify Connect—including lossless playback—as well as internet radio, podcasts, DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, and MP3 playback via USB. The devices can be controlled directly from the front panel, using the included remote control, or via the OKTIV app.
Fitzwilliam CD: A Variety of Power Sources for Existing Facilities
The Majority Fitzwilliam CD is designed for listeners who already own an amplifier or active speakers. Its slot-in drive reads not only standard audio CDs but also home-burned CD-Rs and CD-RWs. It also supports Spotify Lossless via Spotify Connect, internet radio, podcasts, DAB+, FM with RDS, Bluetooth 5.2, and a USB port for MP3 files on storage devices with up to 128 gigabytes of capacity.
An analog RCA output, as well as optical and coaxial digital outputs, are available for connecting to an existing system. In addition, the Fitzwilliam CD features an analog RCA input and a 3.5-mm headphone output. A 3.2-inch color display shows track information, radio stations, and menus.
Priced at 199 euros, the Fitzwilliam CD could be of particular interest to owners of older amplifiers who want to add streaming, digital radio, and a new CD drive to their classic audio system without much effort.
Fitzwilliam AMP: 200-watt streaming amplifier
The Fitzwilliam AMP combines network and radio functions with a Class D power amplifier from Texas Instruments. Majority specifies the total power output as 200 watts, without mentioning the measurement conditions or RMS power in the press release. The amplifier is designed to drive a pair of passive speakers.
In addition to Spotify Lossless, internet radio, podcasts, DAB+, FM, and Bluetooth, the Fitzwilliam AMP plays MP3 files from USB storage devices with up to 128 gigabytes of capacity. External devices can be connected via an analog RCA input as well as optical and coaxial digital inputs. A stereo pre-out allows the signal to be routed to additional amplifiers or other components. It also features a headphone output.
Preset equalizer settings and the My EQ feature allow you to adjust the bass, treble, and loudness to suit your speakers, room, and personal preferences. However, the list of connections does not include a phono input or HDMI ARC, nor does it mention AirPlay or Google Cast.
Fitzwilliam CD AMP: The All-in-One Receiver
If you’re looking to combine a CD player, streaming, and an amplifier in a single device, the Fitzwilliam CD AMP offers the most comprehensive version of this trio. Its Class D power amplifier is also rated at 200 watts. Unlike the standalone source unit, the receiver does not have a slot-in drive but rather a classic tray-loading drive for CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs.
Features include Spotify Lossless via Spotify Connect, internet radio, podcasts, DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, and USB playback. Analog RCA, as well as optical and coaxial digital inputs, accommodate additional sources. Speaker terminals, a stereo pre-out, and a 3.5-mm headphone output round out the features.
The Fitzwilliam CD AMP also features a 3.2-inch color display and can be controlled directly on the device, via remote control, or using the OKTIV app. Given its price of just 269 euros, it’s likely to be the most attractive all-in-one solution for many beginners. By eliminating the need for separate enclosures, it saves 159 euros compared to the combination of the Fitzwilliam CD and AMP.
Quadriga Maxi: The Tested All-Rounder Grows
While the Fitzwilliam models require separate speakers, the new Quadriga Maxi comes with its own speakers. The 50-centimeter-wide 2.1 system combines two 3-inch full-range speakers with an integrated 5.25-inch woofer. Majority also specifies a power rating of 200 watts here, though it does not provide further details on how this figure was measured.
We’re already familiar with this concept from the smaller Majority Quadriga, which impressed in the STEREO-GUIDE test with its balanced sound, natural vocals, powerful bass, and remarkably good CD playback. Its intuitive operation via the unit’s buttons, remote control, or app, along with its extensive features, also earned this affordable all-in-one system a “recommended buy” rating.
The Quadriga Maxi takes this concept a step further. Compared to the 43-centimeter-wide Quadriga, the case has grown to 50 centimeters. The power rating increases from 120 to 200 watts, and the color display grows from 2.8 to 4.3 inches. Weighing in at 6.4 kilograms, the Maxi also tips the scales at a good kilogram more.
The slot-in drive plays CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and MP3 CDs. It also supports Spotify Connect, Internet radio, podcasts, DAB+, FM with RDS, Bluetooth 5.2, and MP3 playback via USB. External sources can be connected via an optical digital input, stereo RCA, or a 3.5-mm aux jack. A headphone output is also available.
However, even the larger format does little to change the inherently limited stereo base of a single enclosure. Those who value a wider soundstage can therefore opt for the Fitzwilliam AMP or CD AMP and position the accompanying passive speakers freely throughout the room.
Prices and availability
According to Majority, all of the new products are now available in Europe. Given their features, the prices are extremely competitive:
- Majority Fitzwilliam CD: 199 euros
- Majority Fitzwilliam AMP: 229 euros
- Majority Fitzwilliam CD AMP: 269 euros
- Majority Quadriga Maxi: 399 euros
For more information, see Majority’s Fitzwilliam overview.
