All right, fellow audiophiles, let’s talk about the newest addition to the family. This unit has received a few upgrades that your ears will appreciate. With a new transformer and improved power supply, everything sounds a bit tighter and clearer. And for digital enthusiasts: an extra DAC has been added for the SPDIF inputs. And the display? Sharper than ever. Looks great.
The ARCAM Radia A25+ is an integrated amplifier that excels in sound quality and versatility. With nearly 50 years of experience in amplifier design, ARCAM has created the A25+, a device that delivers a rich and detailed soundstage.
This amplifier features a variety of analog and digital inputs, including a precision-tuned phono input for vinyl, HDMI eARC for direct TV connection, and USB-C for digital audio sources. The 5th-generation Class G amplification delivers dynamic and detailed sound reproduction, while the integrated ESS ES9018 DAC contributes to a refined sound.
With Bluetooth 5.4 and Auracast, the ARCAM Radia A25+ offers high-quality wireless audio streaming. Schedule a listening session to experience this amplifier’s performance for yourself, or contact us to discuss trade-in options.
Continuous Output Power (0.5% THD), per channel: 2 channels driven, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, 8 Ω: 100 W; 2 channels driven, 1 kHz, 4 Ω: 165 W
Harmonic Distortion, 80% power, 8Ω at 1kHz: 0.002%
Analog Inputs: Number of inputs: 3 (RCA pairs) Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted, ref. 50W, 1V input): 106 dB Frequency response: 20 Hz—20 kHz ± 0.2 dB
Phono (MM) Input: Input Impedance: 47 kΩ + 100 pF Frequency Response (ref. RIAA curve): 20 Hz–20 kHz ± 1 dB
Digital Inputs: Supported Sample Rates (kHz): USB-C: 384, 352.8, 192, 176.4, 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1 Other digital inputs: 192, 176.4, 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1 Bit Depths (bits): 32, 24, 16 Frequency Response (Filter 1): 20 Hz—20 kHz ± 0.2 dB Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted, ref. 50 W, 0 dBFS): 109 dB
Headphone Output: Maximum output level (RMS) at 32Ω/300Ω: 2.5V/5V Load range: 16Ω - 2kΩ
Wireless Specifications: Bluetooth Version: 5.4; A2DP Sink/Source, AVRCP, BLE, SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, and aptX Lossless, LE Audio, Auracast Bluetooth Transmitter Frequency and Power: 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz:
The ARCAM Radia A25+ from manufacturer ARCAM is characterized by a combination of innovative design and high-quality acoustics. Designed with the expertise of their engineering team—which includes influential figures such as John Dawson—it utilizes premium materials like advanced polymers and aluminum for optimal resonance control. The internal wiring is precision-engineered to minimize signal loss. Components are sustainably sourced, primarily from Europe, to ensure consistency and quality. ARCAM’s manufacturing processes focus on sustainability and precision engineering, with modern techniques ensuring pure sound reproduction.
Arcam was founded in 1976 in Cambridge, United Kingdom. The first product the company launched was the A60, an integrated amplifier that achieved iconic status and sold more than 30,000 copies. Arcam expanded its range in 1986 with the first CD player designed and manufactured entirely in the UK. In 1988, Arcam released the Black Box, one of the first stand-alone DACs (Digital to Analogue Converter) for CD playback. In the 1990s, Arcam introduced the Xeta 1, the first AV amplifier for audiophiles, and developed the world's first DAB tuner for home use in 1999.
