ARCAM AVA15 – 9-Channel Class D AV Amplifier

Your Gateway to Extraordinary Home Cinema

The ARCAM AVA15 brings British high-fidelity engineering to the heart of your home theater. Designed in Cambridge, England, this 9-channel AV amplifier combines efficient Class D amplification, immersive surround sound processing, advanced room correction, and next-generation 8K video connectivity in one beautifully engineered component.

With 85 watts per channel into 8 ohms with two channels driven, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Dirac Live room correction, the AVA15 delivers the clarity, dynamics, and precision needed to transform everyday entertainment into a captivating experience.

Whether you're creating a dedicated home theater, upgrading your living room entertainment system, or enjoying high-resolution music, the AVA15 provides a versatile foundation for exceptional sound.

Key Features

• 9 Channels of Class D Amplification: 85 watts per channel into 8 ohms with two channels driven.

• 12-Channel Processing: Expand your theater with additional external amplification and flexible channel assignment.

• Dolby Atmos & DTS:X: Experience immersive, multidimensional surround sound.

• Dirac Live Room Correction: Optimize your system for your listening environment, with optional Bass Control and Active Room Treatment upgrades.

• 8K HDMI Connectivity: Seven HDMI inputs and two outputs supporting 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz.

• High-Resolution Music Streaming: Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz Connect.

• Wireless Connectivity: Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Bluetooth 5.4, Snapdragon Sound, and Auracast.

• Flexible System Integration: 12 RCA preamplifier outputs for external amplification and system expansion.

• Intuitive Control: Large 6.5-inch color display, backlit Bluetooth remote, and ARCAM Radia AV Control app.

Nine Channels of Class D Amplification

Great home theater sound demands power, control, and precision.

The AVA15 features nine channels of ARCAM Class D amplification, engineered to deliver dynamic performance with efficient power delivery.

With 85 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 150 watts per channel into 4 ohms, measured with two channels driven under ARCAM's specified conditions, the AVA15 provides the power needed for engaging music and cinematic soundtracks.

Its nine built-in amplifier channels can drive immersive speaker configurations such as 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 without requiring additional power amplifiers.

From quiet dialogue to dramatic action sequences, the AVA15 is designed to reproduce every detail with clarity and control.

Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Immersive Surround Sound

Experience entertainment that extends beyond traditional surround sound.

The ARCAM AVA15 supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, creating a three-dimensional sound field that places audio around and above your listening position.

Overhead effects, atmospheric details, and precisely positioned sound objects bring movies and music to life with a greater sense of space and realism.

With 12-channel processing and flexible channel assignment, the AVA15 also allows you to expand your system with external amplification as your home theater evolves.

Dirac Live Room Correction

Even the finest audio equipment is influenced by the room in which it operates.

The AVA15 includes Dirac Live Room Correction, providing advanced calibration tools to help optimize speaker performance for your listening environment.

Using acoustic measurements, Dirac Live helps improve frequency response and impulse response, creating a more consistent and balanced listening experience.

For advanced installations, optional upgrades include:

• Dirac Live Bass Control: Helps coordinate subwoofers and speakers for improved low-frequency integration.

• Dirac Live Active Room Treatment: Uses compatible speakers and subwoofers to help control room resonances and improve bass performance.

Combined with proper speaker placement and professional calibration, these technologies help maximize your system's performance.

8K Video & Next-Generation Gaming

The AVA15 is equipped to handle today's premium entertainment sources.

Seven HDMI inputs and two HDMI outputs provide connectivity for 4K Blu-ray players, streaming devices, gaming consoles, televisions, and projectors.

Supported video technologies include:

• 8K resolution at 60Hz

• 4K resolution at 120Hz

• HDMI 2.1a with HDCP 2.3

• Dolby Vision

• HDR10, HDR10+, and HDR10+ Gaming

• Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)

• Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)

• Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)

• eARC/ARC

Whether you're watching a movie on a premium 4K projector or gaming at 120Hz, the AVA15 provides the connectivity needed for a modern entertainment system.

High-Resolution Music Streaming

The AVA15 brings ARCAM's music-first philosophy to a fully connected entertainment system.

Enjoy convenient access to your favorite music through Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz Connect.

Roon Ready compatibility provides an additional option for managing and enjoying your digital music library, while Apple AirPlay and Google Cast offer convenient wireless playback.

Bluetooth 5.4 with Snapdragon Sound and Auracast further expands your listening options.

With support for high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192kHz, the AVA15 is equipped for detailed music reproduction alongside its home theater capabilities.

Designed for Effortless Control

The AVA15 features ARCAM's contemporary Radia design, combining a clean appearance with intuitive functionality.

A large 6.5-inch high-resolution color display presents system information and music metadata clearly from your listening position.

The included backlit Bluetooth remote allows convenient operation even when the amplifier is installed out of sight.

For additional functionality, the ARCAM Radia AV Control app provides system setup, playback control, internet radio, podcasts, and UPnP music playback.

Technical Specifications

Specifications are based on ARCAM's published product information. Power output varies according to load, frequency, and the number of channels driven. Dirac Live Bass Control and Active Room Treatment are optional upgrades.

Experience ARCAM at The Grid HiFi

A great home theater begins with the right foundation.

At The Grid HiFi, we specialize in designing and installing high-performance home theaters that bring together exceptional components, thoughtful speaker placement, acoustic planning, and precision calibration.

Whether you're building a new media room or upgrading an existing surround sound system, our team can help you incorporate the ARCAM AVA15 into a complete entertainment solution tailored to your space.

Contact The Grid HiFi to discuss your next home theater project.