Arcam AVA15 AV Amplifier
The AVA15 brings breathtaking clarity and depth to every note and every scene, putting you at the heart of the performance.
Features
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High power ARCAM Class D Amplification with 9x 100W Power Output into 8O.
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Dolby Atmos - Bring even the smallest details to life with sound that moves in all directions.
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DTS:X - places sound where it would occur naturally in space, creating the most lifelike, multi-dimensional audio experience ever.
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Dirac Live Room Correction for exceptional, calibrated audio in any room - upgrade with Dirac Live Bass Control and Dirac Live Active Room Treatment
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Back-lit, Bluetooth remote control for continuous out-of-sight control
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Works with the new ARCAM Radia app for setup, control, Internet Radio, Podcasts and UPnP playback from iOS and Android devices
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Supports Apple Airplay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Qobuz Connect
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Bluetooth with Snapdragon Sound and Auracast for the best wireless sound with the most convenience
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Large High-resolution display for clearly visible status and metadata from the comfort of your main listening position
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Plastic free packaging for easy disposal of natural materials
Expertly engineered in Cambridge, UK, and built on over 30 years of surround sound expertise, the AVA15 combines our passion for music with cutting-edge technology. Its powerful Class D amplification and advanced immersive audio processing deliver a sound that’s as thrilling as it is precise.
With nine channels of amplification, the AVA15 drives setups like 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 with ease—and gives you room to expand with extra subwoofers, height, or surround speakers. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X bring cinema-grade immersion to your home, while Dirac Live room correction ensures every detail sounds perfect in your space.
At ARCAM, sound quality isn’t just a promise—it’s their obsession. The AVA15 is the result of rigorous testing and listening sessions to award it the ARCAM name.
And with a vibrant 6.5" colour display, intuitive on-screen menus, and the new Radia App, setup and streaming are effortless.
Specifications
| Analogue Inputs: | |
| Number Of Inputs: | 3 (RCA Pairs) |
| Signal/Noise Ratio (A-Wtd, Ref. 50W, 1V Input): | 100dB |
| Frequency Response: | 20Hz–20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Preamplifier Outputs: | |
| Number Of Outputs RCA/XLR: | 12/0 |
| Single-Ended (RCA) Peak Output Level Per Channel: | 2V RMS |
| THD+N (20 Hz To 20 kHz): | –100dB |
| Digital Inputs: | |
| Number Of Inputs (Coaxial/Toslink): | 2/2 |
| Supported Sample Rates (kHz): | Coaxial (RCA): 192, 176.4, 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1; Optical (Toslink): 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1 |
| Bit Depths (Bit) (Coaxial/Toslink): | 24, 16 |
| Frequency Response: | 20Hz–20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Signal/Noise Ratio (A-Wtd, Ref. 50W, 0dBFS): | 100dB |
| Decoding / Encoding: | |
| Maximum Channel Count: | 12 |
| Reassignable Channels: | Front, Surround Back, Height Channels |
| Supported Decoding And Encoding: | Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualisation, Dolby Surround; DTS:X, DTS HD Master, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X; MPEG H |
| HDMI: | |
| Inputs/Outputs: | 7/2 |
| HDMI/HDCP Versions: | 2.1a/2.3 |
| Resolution Support (Resolution/Framerate): | Up To 8K/60Hz Or 4K/120Hz |
| Supported Dynamic Range Profiles: | HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HDR10+ Gaming, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Supported HDMI Features: | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), CEC, eARC/ARC (Output 1), On-Screen Display |
| Streaming: | |
| Works With (Apps): | ARCAM Radia Control, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon (Ready) |
| Works With (Services): | Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, ARCAM Radia Supported Services, Internet Radio, Podcasts, UPnP |
| Supported Hi-Res Media: | FLAC, WAV (LPCM), MQA, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, MP3, OGG, WMA |
| Gapless Playback Supported: | Yes |
| Supported Hi-Res Bit Depth: | 16, 24 |
| Supported Sample Rates (kHz): | Up To 192 kHz |
| Frequency Response: | 20Hz–20kHz ± 0.05dB |
| Amplification: | |
| Amplifier Channels: | 9, Class D |
| Continuous Power Output (0.5% THD): | 8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz, 2 Channels Driven: 100W; 4Ω, 1kHz, 2 Channels Driven: 150W; 8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz, 9 Channels Driven: 75W; 4Ω, 1kHz, 9 Channels Driven: 90W |
| Harmonic Distortion @80% Power, 8Ω At 1kHz: | 0.01% |
| Wireless Specifications: | |
| Bluetooth Version: | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles: | A2DP Sink/Source, AVRCP, Snapdragon Sound, AAC, LE Audio, Auracast, GATT, VCP, MCP, BAP, CAP |
| Bluetooth Transmitter Frequency Range And Power: | 2,402 MHz To 2,480 MHz < Max 10.73dBm |
| Wi-Fi Network: | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz) |
| 2.4G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range And Power: | 2.400 GHz To 2.4835 GHz < Max 17.4dBm |
| 5G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range And Power: | 5.15–5.35GHz, 5.47–5.725GHz, 5.725–5.875GHz, < Max 19.26dBm |
| General: | |
| Mains Voltage (V/Hz): | 100–120V Or 220–240V, 50–60Hz |
| Max Power Consumption: | 900W |
| Max Thermal Dissipation: | 3070 BTU/Hour |
| Idle Power Consumption: | 59W |
| Idle Thermal Dissipation: | 200 BTU/Hour |
| Standby Power Consumption (Default/Low Power): | 2W/0.3W |
| Dimensions W × D (Including Speaker Terminals) × H (Including Feet): | W432 × D407.4 × H170mm |
| Weight (Net): | 10kg |
| Weight (Packed): | 15.7kg |
| Supplied Accessories: | |
| Included Items: | Region-Specific Power Cord(s), Rear Panel Cowl, Remote Control With 2 × AAA Batteries, Measurement Microphone, 5m USB Cable, Quick Start Guide, Important Safety Instructions |
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Description
The AVA15 brings breathtaking clarity and depth to every note and every scene, putting you at the heart of the performance.
Features
-
High power ARCAM Class D Amplification with 9x 100W Power Output into 8O.
-
Dolby Atmos - Bring even the smallest details to life with sound that moves in all directions.
-
DTS:X - places sound where it would occur naturally in space, creating the most lifelike, multi-dimensional audio experience ever.
-
Dirac Live Room Correction for exceptional, calibrated audio in any room - upgrade with Dirac Live Bass Control and Dirac Live Active Room Treatment
-
Back-lit, Bluetooth remote control for continuous out-of-sight control
-
Works with the new ARCAM Radia app for setup, control, Internet Radio, Podcasts and UPnP playback from iOS and Android devices
-
Supports Apple Airplay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Qobuz Connect
-
Bluetooth with Snapdragon Sound and Auracast for the best wireless sound with the most convenience
-
Large High-resolution display for clearly visible status and metadata from the comfort of your main listening position
-
Plastic free packaging for easy disposal of natural materials
Expertly engineered in Cambridge, UK, and built on over 30 years of surround sound expertise, the AVA15 combines our passion for music with cutting-edge technology. Its powerful Class D amplification and advanced immersive audio processing deliver a sound that’s as thrilling as it is precise.
With nine channels of amplification, the AVA15 drives setups like 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 with ease—and gives you room to expand with extra subwoofers, height, or surround speakers. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X bring cinema-grade immersion to your home, while Dirac Live room correction ensures every detail sounds perfect in your space.
At ARCAM, sound quality isn’t just a promise—it’s their obsession. The AVA15 is the result of rigorous testing and listening sessions to award it the ARCAM name.
And with a vibrant 6.5" colour display, intuitive on-screen menus, and the new Radia App, setup and streaming are effortless.
Specifications
| Analogue Inputs: | |
| Number Of Inputs: | 3 (RCA Pairs) |
| Signal/Noise Ratio (A-Wtd, Ref. 50W, 1V Input): | 100dB |
| Frequency Response: | 20Hz–20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Preamplifier Outputs: | |
| Number Of Outputs RCA/XLR: | 12/0 |
| Single-Ended (RCA) Peak Output Level Per Channel: | 2V RMS |
| THD+N (20 Hz To 20 kHz): | –100dB |
| Digital Inputs: | |
| Number Of Inputs (Coaxial/Toslink): | 2/2 |
| Supported Sample Rates (kHz): | Coaxial (RCA): 192, 176.4, 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1; Optical (Toslink): 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1 |
| Bit Depths (Bit) (Coaxial/Toslink): | 24, 16 |
| Frequency Response: | 20Hz–20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Signal/Noise Ratio (A-Wtd, Ref. 50W, 0dBFS): | 100dB |
| Decoding / Encoding: | |
| Maximum Channel Count: | 12 |
| Reassignable Channels: | Front, Surround Back, Height Channels |
| Supported Decoding And Encoding: | Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualisation, Dolby Surround; DTS:X, DTS HD Master, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X; MPEG H |
| HDMI: | |
| Inputs/Outputs: | 7/2 |
| HDMI/HDCP Versions: | 2.1a/2.3 |
| Resolution Support (Resolution/Framerate): | Up To 8K/60Hz Or 4K/120Hz |
| Supported Dynamic Range Profiles: | HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, HDR10+ Gaming, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Supported HDMI Features: | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), CEC, eARC/ARC (Output 1), On-Screen Display |
| Streaming: | |
| Works With (Apps): | ARCAM Radia Control, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon (Ready) |
| Works With (Services): | Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, ARCAM Radia Supported Services, Internet Radio, Podcasts, UPnP |
| Supported Hi-Res Media: | FLAC, WAV (LPCM), MQA, AAC, ALAC, AIFF, MP3, OGG, WMA |
| Gapless Playback Supported: | Yes |
| Supported Hi-Res Bit Depth: | 16, 24 |
| Supported Sample Rates (kHz): | Up To 192 kHz |
| Frequency Response: | 20Hz–20kHz ± 0.05dB |
| Amplification: | |
| Amplifier Channels: | 9, Class D |
| Continuous Power Output (0.5% THD): | 8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz, 2 Channels Driven: 100W; 4Ω, 1kHz, 2 Channels Driven: 150W; 8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz, 9 Channels Driven: 75W; 4Ω, 1kHz, 9 Channels Driven: 90W |
| Harmonic Distortion @80% Power, 8Ω At 1kHz: | 0.01% |
| Wireless Specifications: | |
| Bluetooth Version: | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles: | A2DP Sink/Source, AVRCP, Snapdragon Sound, AAC, LE Audio, Auracast, GATT, VCP, MCP, BAP, CAP |
| Bluetooth Transmitter Frequency Range And Power: | 2,402 MHz To 2,480 MHz < Max 10.73dBm |
| Wi-Fi Network: | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz) |
| 2.4G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range And Power: | 2.400 GHz To 2.4835 GHz < Max 17.4dBm |
| 5G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range And Power: | 5.15–5.35GHz, 5.47–5.725GHz, 5.725–5.875GHz, < Max 19.26dBm |
| General: | |
| Mains Voltage (V/Hz): | 100–120V Or 220–240V, 50–60Hz |
| Max Power Consumption: | 900W |
| Max Thermal Dissipation: | 3070 BTU/Hour |
| Idle Power Consumption: | 59W |
| Idle Thermal Dissipation: | 200 BTU/Hour |
| Standby Power Consumption (Default/Low Power): | 2W/0.3W |
| Dimensions W × D (Including Speaker Terminals) × H (Including Feet): | W432 × D407.4 × H170mm |
| Weight (Net): | 10kg |
| Weight (Packed): | 15.7kg |
| Supplied Accessories: | |
| Included Items: | Region-Specific Power Cord(s), Rear Panel Cowl, Remote Control With 2 × AAA Batteries, Measurement Microphone, 5m USB Cable, Quick Start Guide, Important Safety Instructions |
