ARCAM / 9-Channel AV Amplifier
A theater starts with a plan.
The AVA15 combines nine powered channels with 12-channel processing, giving an immersive theater a practical center. Its Class D amplification can serve layouts such as 5.1.4 or 7.1.2. That is enough to make movie night considerably more interesting without filling the room with a stack of power amplifiers.
The House of Stereo perspective
Where the AVA15 fits.
Dirac Live, modern HDMI connections and network music playback are useful, but speaker placement remains the foundation. We will help you plan the seating, height channels and subwoofers first. Then we can work through the settings, rather than handing you a box and wishing you luck with the menus.
At a glance
AVA15 specifications
Powered channels and processing channels are different. Larger layouts require additional power amplifiers. Power ratings vary with impedance and the number of channels driven; ask us to compare like-for-like ratings.
Nine amplifiers, twelve processing channels.
The AVA15 combines nine channels of Class D amplification with a maximum twelve-channel processing architecture. That supports a useful immersive system without making a sixteen-channel processor compulsory. Count amplified speaker channels separately from subwoofer outputs when planning a layout.
The HDMI section has seven inputs and two outputs, with support up to 8K/60Hz or 4K/120Hz, VRR, ALLM and eARC/ARC on output 1. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X are listed in the manufacturer’s decoding specification. The AVA25 and AVA35 add higher-tier decoding and a larger processing capacity; the AVA15 should not be described as identical apart from its amplifier.
Plan the channels before buying the boxes
Dirac Live room correction is included in the platform; Bass Control and Active Room Treatment are upgrade options requiring the appropriate licences. The measurement microphone and 5m USB cable are listed among the supplied accessories. Follow the linked guide for microphone calibration and measurement positions.
An immersive layout needs the right combination of processing channels, power-amplifier channels and powered subwoofers. Send us the intended layout, speaker models, room dimensions and existing equipment. We can check the channel map, amplification, HDMI sources and ventilation before an installation becomes an expensive puzzle.
Radia AV Control, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, AirPlay, Google Cast and Roon Ready are listed by ARCAM. Network playback and the coaxial and optical inputs have different format limits; see the specifications rather than assuming every socket accepts the same signal.
Full technical specifications
Manufacturer specifications. Power figures retain their load, bandwidth and channels-driven conditions. Regional mains versions and firmware-dependent features should be checked for your unit.
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 (Output 1) On Screen Display
Streaming
Works with (apps):
ARCAM Radia AV Control, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon (Ready)
Works with (services):
Apple Airplay, Google Cast, Internet Radio, Podcasts, UPnP
Supported Hi-res media:
FLAC, WAV (LPCM), AAC, ALAC, AIFF, MP3, OGG
Gapless Playback Supported
Supported Hi-res Bit depth: 16, 24
Supported samples rates (kHz): Up to 192 kHz
Frequency response: 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.05dB
Digital Inputs
Number of inputs (Coaxial/Toslink): 2/2
Supported Sample Rates (kHz):
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 RCA/XLR: 12/0
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)
8Ω, 20Hz - 20kHz, 2 channels driven: 85W
4Ω, 1kHz, 2 channels driven: 150W
8Ω, 1kHz, 7 channels driven: 85W
4Ω, 1kHz, 7 channels driven: 65W
Harmonic distortion @80% power, 8Ω at 1kHz: 0.003%
General
Mains voltage (V/Hz): 100–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz
Max Power consumption: 900W
Max Thermal dissipation: 3070 BTU/hour
Idle Power consumption: 59W
Idle Thermal dissipation: 200 BTU/hour
Standby Power consumption (Default/Low Power): 2W/0.3W
Dimensions W x D (including speaker terminals) x H (including feet): W432 x D407.4 x H170mm
Weight (net): 10kg
Weight (packed): 15.7kg
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 10.73dBm
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 17.4dBm
5G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range and Power:
5.15-5.35GHz, 5.47-5.725GHz, 5.725-5.875GHz, < Max 19.26dBm
Manuals, setup guides and downloads
- AVA15 Latest SW Release Notes
- Control Protocols
- Control4 Module
- Crestron Home Module
- Crestron Module
- Dirac Live Quick Start Guide & Supporting Files
- ELAN Module
- EU declaration of conformity
- Owner's Manual
- RTI Module
- Specification Sheet
- URC Module
ARCAM product support and current downloads
External resources open in a new tab. Check the model and follow ARCAM’s instructions before installing firmware. Manuals may describe regional versions or features added through updates.
Press coverage
Publisher opinions are separate from House of Stereo’s advice. Review-era prices, software and specifications can differ from current information.
Audioholics — Radia AV range announcement
Launch coverage of the range and its architecture, not a hands-on performance review. Early release schedules may differ from current availability.
A few useful answers
Can I order this online?
Please call House of Stereo at 904-642-6677 to order. We will confirm availability, system compatibility and delivery details with you.
Can you help plan the system?
Yes. Tell us which speakers you own, your room dimensions, listening distance and source components. We can work through connections, amplifier matching and setup before you order.
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