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PREOWNED – FULLY TESTED – INCLUDES ORIGINAL BOX/PACKING, MANUAL, REMOTE, POWER CABLE
Product info:
• 50 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at .5% THD
• Class AB amplifier
• THD: 0.003% (80% power, 8 ohms at 1kHz)
• built-in high-performance ESS9016K2M Sabre DAC
• toroidal power transformer for low noise and high-current output
• Processor Mode lets you connect to a surround sound receiver or pre/pro and use the SA10 as a power amp
• remote control included
Inputs:
• 1 optical and 2 coaxial digital audio inputs
• 3 stereo RCA audio inputs
• stereo RCA phono input for moving magnet phono cartridges
• Ethernet port for connecting to a home network
• enables wireless control with your mobile device using Arcam’s free control app
• RS-232 port for use with third-party control systems
• Type-A USB for firmware updates
Outputs:
• stereo RCA preamp output for connecting a power amp or powered subwoofer
• L/R speaker outputs with binding-post connectors
At $400 with unknown condition, this SA10 looks like a potential bargain against the typical used market, where clean examples from its 2019-2021 run often fetch $500-$700. New they launched around £699, and even now, low-mileage units hold firm thanks to the punchy Class AB build and ESS Sabre DAC—plenty of drive for 50wpc into 8 ohms without breaking a sweat.
Before biting, verify the remote control and power cable are included, as they're standard and pricey to replace. Probe for capacitor wear or phono stage hum, common in these after 5+ years; ask for photos of the rear panel binding posts and a power-on test video to spot any channel imbalance or digital input glitches.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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