Latest ARCAM streaming integrated amplifiers and flagship streamer now support Qobuz Connect
ARCAM has announced that its SA35, SA45 and ST25 models now support Qobuz Connect. The update adds even greater convenience and functionality to the latest members of the Cambridge-based manufacturer’s Radia series of hi-fi components.
The SA35 and SA45 are integrated streaming amplifiers that combine ‘just add speakers’ simplicity with audiophile performance. Featuring ARCAM’s sophisticated Class G amplification and latest-generation streaming platform, both models deliver a premium listening experience from a single unit. The ST25, ARCAM’s flagship streamer, delivers superb standalone performance and is the natural partner for the A25 integrated amplifier in the Radia range.
Qobuz Connect allows users to stream music directly from the Qobuz app to compatible hi-fi equipment, without the need for third-party apps. Playback is seamless and intuitive – users can switch between devices mid-track, control desktop playback from a mobile device, and access Qobuz’s entire library, editorial content and curated playlists, all within the Qobuz app.
Recognising the importance of convenience alongside high performance, ARCAM is among the first high-performance audio brands to implement Qobuz Connect. With support now available on the SA35, SA45, and ST25, users can enjoy Qobuz’s quality music streaming with a simple, app-driven experience.
“Our goal is to combine exceptional sound with effortless usability,” said James Todd, Senior Global Product Line Manager at ARCAM and HARMAN Luxury Audio. “Supporting Qobuz Connect gives our customers a simpler, more flexible way to enjoy the music they love, without sacrificing sound quality.”
“Qobuz Connect was designed to make streaming music in lossless and high-resolution quality easier,” added Dan Mackta, Managing Director for North America and Northern Europe at Qobuz. “We’re pleased to see ARCAM adopt the feature early on, giving their users a seamless way to access Qobuz’s unique combination of sound quality and editorial depth.”
The SA35, SA45 and ST25 will automatically receive the new functionality via an over-the-air (OTA) update. The update is now live, so users can start exploring Qobuz Connect straight away.