ARCAM UNVEILS NEW AV RECEIVERS, POWER AMPS, PROCESSOR

Arcam has further expanded its HDA line and so increasing the options for music and movie fans alike.
Today's announcement breaks out a trio of new Arcam AVRs, three new power amps, and a comprehensively equipped AV processor. All of the new models join Arcam's HDA range.
Arcam's new AVRs
The AVR10, AVR20 and AVR30 sport the recognisable styling of the new HDA range.
Firstly, the AVR10 starts things rolling with 12-channels of class AB power amplification. It also boasts full Dirac calibration, as well as all the latest codecs from Dolby Atmos, DTS:X 7.1.4 and IMAX Enhanced.
Further features include 4K (UHD) HDMI2.0b with HDCP2.2 ability, Bluetooth connectivity and seven HDMI inputs.
Next up is the AVR20 with 16 channels of AB amplification as well as a raft of features and connectivity, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 9.1.6 decoding, and Dirac Live for room correction.
Finally, the AVR30 employs Class G amplification with 16 channels of efficient power.
As well as showcasing the latest codecs from Dolby, DTS, and IMAX Enhanced, all of the new models enable GoogleCast streaming, work with Arcam's free MusicLife and Control apps, and use audiophile-level DACs.
New Arcam PA Power Amps
The HDA range also gets a trio of new Power Amplifiers, the PA240, PA410 and PA720.
The PA410 is a Class AB design delivering four channels of power, rating at 70W each, and featuring high-quality, high-performance components such as a toroidal-based power supply, an acoustically damped chassis, and paralleled transistor output stages.
Additionally, the PA240 and PA720 adopt Class G amplification. The PA240 is a two-channel machine, enabling 2 x 380W Class G amplification or 1 x 790W Class G bridged mode. Whereas the PA720 rocks seven channels of Class G power, available as 7 x 140W.
Both the PA240 and PA720 come equipped with balanced XLR inputs, and all of the new power amps enable ethernet and RS232 control. Bringing Arcam's power amplifier family bang up to date, the new threesome promises some serious muscle, complete with the option of dynamic Class G technology.
New AV processor
Last, but no means least, is Arcam's new 16-channel AV processor.
The AV40 wears its skills on its sleeve (well, fascia), from Dolby Atmos to DTS:X to IMAX Enhanced to Dirac Live.
However, it's definitely business around the back with a rear panel sporting 16 pro-grade XLR outputs, 16 single-ended RCA outputs; seven HDMI inputs; three HDMI outputs; 4K (UHD) HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2; and ethernet, RS232 and IR control.
Furthermore, it is also Bluetooth-equipped, integrates an FM/DAB/DAB+ tuner, and employs the ESS 9026PRO audiophile DAC.
Luxury Audio Sales Director, Scott Campbell, told StereoNET:
This exciting announcement marks ARCAM's first new AV models in four years. We have always been about quality, not quantity and users should expect these machines to work beautifully and sound sensational for many years to come. A particular highlight for me is the effortless levels of power achieved with our implementation of Class G technology, while the Class AB models continue to offer stunning value for money. As for the new processor, the way it makes its extensive features so accessible is a testament to our design team's 'must, must be user-friendly' mantra.
Price and availability
The new models will go on sale in the UK during late October/November.
- ARCAM AVR10: £2,299
- ARCAM AVR20: £2,999
- ARCAM AVR30: £4,999
- ARCAM AV40: £3,749
- ARCAM PA240: £1,999
- ARCAM PA410: £2,499
- ARCAM PA720: 2,4999
More information can be had at Arcam.

Jay Garrett
StereoNET’s resident rock star, bass player, and gadget junkie. Jay heads up StereoNET as Editor for the United Kingdom and Europe regions. His passion for gadgets and Hi-Fi is second only to being a touring musician.
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