A trio of new additions sees the Arcam Radia Series line-up increase to eight models. joining the A5, A15, and A25 amplifiers, the CD5 disc player and the ST5 music streamer, the ST25 becomes Arcam's top-of-the-line streamer, while the SA35 and SA45 mark the next evolution of Arcam's all-in-one systems, succeeding the SA30.
ARCAM ST25 STREAMER
Building upon the predecessor's legacy, the ST60, the ST25 embodies the distinctive style of the Radia Series. Under the hood, it applies a host of new technologies, including a new digital audio and streaming platform, a redesigned linear toroidal power supply, and an upgraded user interface, including a large, high-resolution, full-colour display.
The manufacturer says the ST25 features a "meticulously engineered" layout, including a ground plane that spans the entire board, effectively wicking noise and interference away from the sensitive audio components. It also benefits from the latest Hyperstream IV DAC topology from ESS and a new linear toroidal transformer power supply, which helps maintain lower noise levels throughout the device. Meanwhile, upfront, the ST25 features a 6.5-inch high-resolution display.
Hook up the ST25 to your Wi-Fi network using the ARCAM Radia set-up app, and you will be offered playback options through Apple Airplay, Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Roon.
The ST25 also includes a control link for Arcam Radia amplifiers, allowing the two components to "boost sonics due to the benefits of isolated components with individual power supplies".
ARCAM SA35 & SA45 STREAMING INTEGRATEDS
The SA35 and SA45 models borrow Arcam's latest streaming platform from the ST25 and combine it with the Cambridge firm's 5th generation G Class amplification to create a new pair of all-in-one, just add speakers systems.
The SA35 and SA45 models both offer a switchable MC/MM (moving coil/moving magnet) phono stage, HDMI ARC support, and support for wireless devices via two-way aptX Adaptive Bluetooth.
The SA45 boasts fully balanced digital and analogue audio paths, a redesigned power supply, and the latest Class G amplification, delivering a claimed 180 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 300 watts into 4 ohms.
This is all topped off with a 8.8-inch high-resolution display, Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, subwoofer outputs and Dirac Live Room Correction, making the new Arcam integrated a pretty potemnt proposition.
Meanwhile, the SA35, offers a stated 120 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 220 watts into 4 ohms, features a 6.5-inch high-resolution display and matches the SA45 in streaming capabilities and Dirac readiness. Both models come with a measurement microphone and a remote control to assist with room calibration.
The new products will be available from September 2024, with the Arcam ST25 priced at £1,499/ €1,799 and the SA35 at £2,999/ €3,499. The Arcam SA45 completes the range and will sell for £4,499/ €4,999.
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