AVP45 (Coming Soon)

AV Processor

The Heart of the Ultimate Home Theatre

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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.

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

Technical spec

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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