Arcam AVA15 Radia Series Dolby Atmos and DTS X AV Amplifier with Dirac Live and Auracast

Arcam AVA15 Dolby Atmos & DTS:X AV Amplifier

Precision Engineered Immersive Sound — Built in Cambridge

The Arcam AVA15 is designed for home cinema enthusiasts who want refined musicality alongside true cinematic impact. Developed in Cambridge, UK, and backed by more than 30 years of surround sound engineering, it combines high-efficiency Class D amplification with advanced immersive processing and intelligent room correction.

This isn’t simply about volume or channel count — it’s about control, clarity and delivering sound that feels balanced, dynamic and natural in real-world rooms.

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High-Performance Class D Amplification – 9 Channels of Controlled Power

The AVA15 features nine channels of Arcam’s latest-generation Class D amplification, delivering:

• 75 watts per channel (8 ohms, all channels driven)
• 100 watts per channel in stereo mode (8 ohms)

Class D technology ensures:

• Greater efficiency and reduced heat
• Strong current delivery for speaker control
• Clean, low-noise background performance
• Consistent power even during complex movie soundtracks

This makes the AVA15 ideal for small to medium-sized home cinemas using bookshelf, on-wall or floorstanding speakers with typical sensitivity ratings.

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Flexible Speaker Layouts – From 5.1.2 to 7.1.4

With nine powered channels onboard, the AVA15 supports:

• 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos
• 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos
• 5.1.2 plus Zone 2
• 5.1.2 with bi-amped front speakers

Crucially, the AVA15 offers processing for up to 12 channels. Add external power amplifiers and you can expand to:

• 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos
• 7.1.4 DTS:X

This future-proofs your system and allows gradual upgrades without replacing your main receiver.

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Dolby Atmos & DTS:X – True 3D Audio

The AVA15 fully supports:

• Dolby Atmos
• DTS:X

Both formats use object-based audio, meaning sounds are placed precisely in three-dimensional space — including above you. Effects such as rainfall, aircraft movement or ambient environmental detail are rendered with convincing height and depth.

If installing ceiling speakers isn’t practical, the AVA15 includes:

• Dolby Atmos Height Virtualisation
• DTS Virtual:X

These technologies simulate height channels using psychoacoustic processing.

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Dirac Live Room Correction – Precision Calibration

One of the AVA15’s most important features is Dirac Live Room Correction.

Using measurement microphones and calibration software, Dirac analyses:

• Frequency response
• Phase alignment
• Impulse response
• Time-domain accuracy

The result is a system tuned specifically to your room’s acoustics — improving bass control, imaging precision and tonal balance.

Optional upgrades include:

• Dirac Live Bass Control (optimises multiple subwoofers)
• Dirac Live Active Room Treatment

Licences are available directly via Dirac.

For serious enthusiasts, this level of calibration can transform system performance beyond basic EQ systems.

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Advanced HDMI 2.1a Connectivity – 8K Ready

The AVA15 includes:

• 7 HDMI inputs
• 2 HDMI outputs
• HDMI 2.1a compatibility

Supported formats include:

• 8K pass-through
• 4K/120Hz HDR
• HDR10+
• Dolby Vision
• eARC (Zone 1 Output 1)

For gamers, HDMI 2.1a enables:

• VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) for smoother motion
• ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) for faster response
• Reduced screen tearing and input lag

This ensures compatibility with modern TVs and next-gen consoles.

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Streaming Without Compromise

The AVA15 supports a wide range of wireless and network streaming technologies:

• Apple AirPlay 2
• Google Cast
• Spotify Connect
• TIDAL Connect
• Qobuz Connect
• UPnP playback
• Internet radio and podcasts

Using the Arcam Radia App, you can:

• Complete system setup
• Select inputs
• Browse streaming services
• Access radio stations worldwide
• Control multi-room playback

This makes the AVA15 as capable for music listening as it is for film.

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Bluetooth 5.4 with Snapdragon Sound & Auracast

Wireless playback is enhanced with:

• Bluetooth 5.4
• Snapdragon Sound
• Auracast compatibility

Snapdragon Sound improves wireless audio quality and reliability. Auracast opens the door to shared Bluetooth listening across compatible devices, including headphones and speakers.

This is particularly useful for late-night listening or flexible room setups.

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Large 6.5” High-Resolution Colour Display

The AVA15 features a bold, easy-to-read 6.5” front display showing:

• Source information
• Audio format
• Channel configuration
• Album artwork and metadata (where available)

It’s clearly visible from the main listening position, reducing the need to rely solely on on-screen menus.

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Bluetooth Back-Lit Remote Control

Unlike traditional infrared remotes, the supplied Bluetooth remote works without line-of-sight. This allows:

• Reliable operation even when the amplifier is inside cabinetry
• Clear visibility thanks to backlighting
• Smooth navigation through settings and inputs

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Elegant Radia Series Design

As part of the Radia Series, the AVA15 features:

• Minimal front-panel controls
• Subtle illumination accents
• Aluminium chassis and volume dial
• Clean, modern aesthetic

It feels premium without being visually intrusive in a living space.

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Environmentally Considered Packaging

The AVA15 ships in plastic-free packaging, using natural materials for easier recycling and responsible disposal.

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Why Choose the Arcam AVA15?

✔ Nine channels of high-quality Class D amplification
✔ Expandable to 12-channel processing
✔ Dolby Atmos & DTS:X immersive decoding
✔ Dirac Live Room Correction included
✔ HDMI 2.1a with 8K and 4K/120Hz support
✔ Advanced streaming & wireless connectivity
✔ Premium build with modern Radia styling

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The Result

The Arcam AVA15 isn’t just a feature-packed AV receiver. It’s a carefully engineered platform for building a serious home cinema system — one that balances power with refinement and flexibility with long-term upgrade potential.

Technical Specifications

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 (Zone 1, 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
Supported Hi-res Bit depth	16, 24
Supported samples rates	Up to 192 kHz
Frequency response	20Hz—20kHz ± 0.05dB
Gapless Playback	✓
Digital Inputs
Number of inputs (Coaxial/Toslink)	2/2
Supported Sample Rates	-
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
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	XLR/RCA 0/12
Single-ended (RCA)(peak output level per channel)	2V RMS
THD+N (20 Hz to 20 kHz)	–100dB
Preamplifier Outputs
Number of Outputs XLR/RCA	0/12
Single-ended (RCA) (peak output level per channel)	2V RMS
THD+N (20 Hz to 20 kHz)	–100dB
Amplification
Amplifier Channels	9, Class D
Continuous power output (0.5% THD)
8O, 20Hz - 20kHz, 2 channels driven	100W*
4O, 1kHz, 2 channels driven	150W*
8O, 20Hz - 20kHz, 9 channels driven	75W*
4O, 1kHz, 9 channels driven	90W*
Harmonic distortion @80% power, 8O at 1kHz	0.01%*
General
Mains voltage	100–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz
Max Power consumption	900W
Max Thermal dissipation (BTU/hour)	3070BTU
Idle Power consumption	59W
Idle Thermal dissipation (BTU/hour)	200BTU
Standby Power consumption (Default/Low Power)	2W/0.3W
Dimensions (WxDxH)	432mm x 407.47mm x 170mm
Weight	10kg
Supplied accessories	Region Specific Power Cord(s) Rear panel cowl Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries Measurement Microphone 5m USB Cable Quick Start Guide Important Safety Instructions
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 10.73 dBm
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 17.4 dBm
5G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range and Power	5.15–5.35 GHz, 5.47–5.725 GHz, 5.725–5.875 GHz, < Max 19.26 dBm

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