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PREOWNED – FULLY TESTED – INCLUDES ORIGINAL BOX/PACKING, MANUAL, REMOTE, POWER CABLE, FM ANTENNA, WIFI/BLUETOOTH ANTENNAS, CALIBRATION MIC
Processing:
• Dolby®, DTS®, and Auro-3D surround sound decoding
• supports up to a 9.1.6-channel Dolby Atmos or DTS:X setup with external power amps
• Dirac Live® room correction tailors the sound to your room’s acoustics (microphone included)
• Dirac Live software requires a Windows® or Mac® laptop
• optional Dirac Live Bass Control for fine-tuning subwoofers available separately via Dirac’s website
• dual ESS 9026PRO audiophile digital-to-analog converters for ultra-clear sound from stereo and surround sources
Connections:
• HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 3 out
• dual HDMI outputs for sending signal to both a TV and a projector
• zone 2 HDMI output for sending signal to another part of the house
• all HDMI connections support 4K/120Hz and 8K/60Hz signals
• HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with 4K and 8K Ultra HD sources and TVs
• HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible 4K and 8K TVs and HDR-encoded content
• supports Dolby Vision®,HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG
• digital audio inputs: 2 optical and 4 coaxial
• 1 optical digital audio output
• 6 analog RCA stereo audio inputs
• no phono input — to connect a turntable you’ll need to add a phono preamp
• 15.2-channel unbalanced RCA outputs, including 2 connections for powered subs
• 15.1-channel balanced XLR outputs, including one for a powered subwoofer
• zone 2 stereo preamp and line-level outputs
• front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input and 3.5mm headphone output
• Ethernet port for network connection
• RS-232, IR (infrared), and 12-volt trigger connections for use with optional 3rd party controllers
• detachable power cord
Music streaming:
• Chromecast built-in for streaming over Wi-Fi with a wide range of compatible apps on your mobile device
• Spotify® Connect lets you play music using the Spotify app on your mobile device (subscription required)
• Apple AirPlay 2 for easy streaming from an iPhone®, iPad®, or Mac® computer
• Bluetooth with support for high-quality aptX® HD streaming
• TIDAL Connect lets you stream high resolution music using the TIDAL app on your smartphone (subscription required)
General features:
• free Arcam MusicLife and UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) control apps let you use your iOS® or Android™ device as a wireless remote control
• built-in FM tuner with 50 station presets
• remote control included
• color front-panel display
• weight: 23.37 lbs.
Generating expert take…
Arcam stands as one of Britain's most respected audio engineering houses, founded in 1976 in Cambridge by John Dawson and Chris Evans, two university engineering students driven by a passion for music and sound quality. The company's name derives from "Amplification and Recording Cambridge," reflecting its original mission to craft amplifiers that prioritized musicality over raw power. The A60 integrated amplifier, their commercial debut in 1976, established the brand's philosophy: that true fidelity depends on meticulous design rather than wattage, earning critical acclaim and transforming a small operation into a fast-growing enterprise.
Arcam's product portfolio spans the full spectrum of high-fidelity electronics. The brand built its early reputation on low-distortion amplifiers before expanding into CD players during the 1990s—a category in which they have designed and manufactured for nearly three decades. Their innovations include pioneering separate DACs, DVD and Blu-ray players engineered from scratch in the UK, and the introduction of Class G amplification technology in 2015. More recently, they have integrated DIRAC room acoustic correction software into their home theater systems, demonstrating continued commitment to technical advancement.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audio market, Arcam commands a world-class reputation for producing some of the finest-sounding AV electronics available. The brand appeals to discerning audiophiles and music creators who value engineering integrity and sonic performance. Now part of HARMAN's Luxury Audio Group alongside Mark Levinson and Revel, Arcam continues to balance its heritage of British craftsmanship with contemporary design aesthetics, recently refreshing its industrial design to attract younger customers without compromising audio innovation.
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