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Arcam AVP45 16-Channel AV Processor

AVP45

$7,999.00
$7,999.00

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💥Availability: Late July 2026.

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Product Overview

For those who seek the biggest and best in home cinema, the AVP45 is the definitive hub for uncompromised performance. This is not just an AV processor—it’s the command centre for the most dynamic and flexible home theatre systems imaginable.

Engineered in Cambridge, UK, the AVP45 delivers 16 channels of immersive audio decoding and processing, powered by the same high-performance DAC architecture found in ARCAM’s flagship stereo hi-fi systems. Every detail, every nuance, every cinematic moment is reproduced with breathtaking clarity and precision.

The AVP45 includes balanced audio outputs for all channels, ensuring pristine signal integrity when paired with external amplification. Combine it with the ARCAM PA9 Class G power amplifier for a system that sets the standard for power, control, and musicality.

Flexibility is at the core of the AVP45. With Matrix Channel Assignment, you have complete freedom to configure your system exactly as you envision—whether for movies, gaming, or sport. Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced and AURO-3D processing, and Dirac Live room correction guarantee a truly world-class experience tailored to your space.

And with the same intuitive interface, vibrant 6.5" colour display, and Radia App found across the Radia AV Series, control is effortless—because the experience should be as seamless as the sound.

Features

  • 16-channel Hi-res Audio Processor for a wide selection of immersive speaker configurations, all with exceptional sound quality.
  • Dolby Atmos - Bring even the smallest details to life with sound that moves in all directions.
  • DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced, place sound where it would occur naturally in space, creating the most lifelike, multi-dimensional audio experience ever.
  • AURO-3D A revolutionary way of delivering audio that wraps you in a cocoon of life-like sound.
  • Matrix Channel Assignment for the flexibility to assign up to 16-channels for the best performance of your system
  • Dirac Live Room Correction for exceptional, calibrated audio in any room - upgrade with Dirac Live Bass Control and Dirac Live Active Room Treatment
  • Back-lit, Bluetooth remote control for continuous out-of-sight control
  • Works with the new ARCAM Radia app for setup, control, Internet Radio, Podcasts and UPnP playback from iOS, Android and Windows devices and PCs.
  • Supports Apple Airplay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Qobuz Connect Works with Apple and Android devices, with direct connection from lossless music services
  • Bluetooth with Snapdragon Sound and Auracast for the best wireless sound with the most convenience
  • Large High-resolution display for clearly visible status and metadata from the comfort of your main listening position
  • Plastic free packaging for easy disposal of natural materials

Specifications

Decoding / Encoding

Maximum Channel Count: 16
Reassignable Channels:
All channels (Subwoofers into CH4 & 11-16 only)
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
IMAX Enhanced
AURO-3D, AURO-2D

HDMI

Inputs/Outputs: 7/3 (Zone 1 outputs = 2, Zone 2 outputs = 1)
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
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: 16/16
Balanced (XLR) peak output level per channel: 5V RMS*
Single-ended (RCA) peak output level per channel: 2V RMS
THD+N (20 Hz to 20 kHz): –100dB

General

Mains voltage (V/Hz): 100–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz
Max Power consumption: 50W
Max Thermal dissipation: 170 BTU/hour
Idle Power consumption: 35W
Idle Thermal dissipation: 120 BTU/hour
Standby Power consumption (Default/Low Power): 2W/0.4W
Dimensions W x D (including speaker terminals) x H (including feet): W432 x D399 x H170mm
Weight (net): 9.4kg
Weight (packed): 15kg

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Arcam Radia AVP45?

The Arcam Radia AVP45 is a 16-channel AV processor that handles all audio decoding, video switching, room correction, and streaming but contains no built-in power amplification. It connects to external power amplifiers via 16 balanced XLR outputs and 16 RCA outputs. Designed for separates-based home cinema systems, it pairs naturally with dedicated power amplifiers like the Arcam Radia PA9. The Arcam Radia AVP45 is available at Trutone Electronics in Mississauga, Ontario.

Does the Arcam AVP45 need an external amplifier?

Yes — the Arcam Radia AVP45 has no built-in amplification and cannot drive speakers directly. It requires at least one external power amplifier. Arcam's recommended pairing is the Radia PA9 for main channels, with the optional PA4 for additional height or surround channels.

Why choose the Arcam AVP45 over the AVA35?

The Arcam Radia AVP45 is the right choice if you want balanced XLR outputs for all 16 channels, already own quality external amplifiers, or are building a large system where dedicated per-channel amplification matters. Balanced outputs reject noise over long cable runs and offer more headroom into external amplifiers — the standard in professional and high-end audio installations. The AVP45 also makes it easier to mix and match amplifiers from different manufacturers without compromise.

What balanced XLR outputs does the Arcam AVP45 have?

The Arcam Radia AVP45 provides 16 balanced XLR outputs at 5V RMS per channel, plus 16 RCA outputs at 2V RMS for unbalanced amplifiers. Balanced connections use three-conductor wiring to cancel noise picked up during cable transmission, resulting in a lower noise floor and better signal integrity over longer runs. The AVP45 is the only model in the Radia AV Series with XLR outputs — all AVA models are RCA-only.

What surround formats does the Arcam AVP45 support?

The Arcam Radia AVP45 decodes Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS HD Master Audio, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced, and MPEG-H — the complete set of current consumer audio formats across all 16 channels simultaneously. With Matrix Channel Assignment, subwoofers can be placed on channels 4 and 11–16, and every other channel is freely assignable to any speaker position.

Does the Arcam AVP45 have its own streaming and HDMI switching?

Yes — the Arcam Radia AVP45 includes 7 HDMI 2.1a inputs, 3 HDMI outputs (including one Zone 2), and a full built-in streaming platform: Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, AirPlay, Google Cast, Internet Radio, UPnP, and Roon Ready. HDMI supports 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, VRR, ALLM, eARC, and all current HDR formats including Dolby Vision. No external streamer is required.

How does Dirac Live work on the Arcam AVP45?

Dirac Live Room Correction is included with the Arcam Radia AVP45, with a calibration microphone in the box. Two paid upgrades are available from dirac.com: Dirac Live Bass Control for multi-subwoofer optimisation, and Dirac Live Active Room Treatment (ART), which coordinates all 16 channels as a unified acoustic network. Dirac ART is most powerful in exactly the kind of large separates systems the AVP45 is designed to anchor.

When is the Arcam AVP45 available?

The Arcam Radia AVP45 is expected at authorised dealers from Q3 2026, with July 2026 as the projected delivery window. Contact Trutone Electronics in Mississauga, Ontario to discuss a complete AVP45-based system, including pairing with the Arcam Radia PA9 power amplifier.