Arcam AVR21 Multichannel AV Receiver

$8,995
By Arcam

Description

Rich Musicality + Immersive Sound = Stunning Realism

The AVR21 is a high-power, audio/visual receiver that delivers stunning realism for the ultimate home cinema experience. With native 16-channel decoding of immersive audio from Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, the AVR21 can deliver incredible theatre experiences.

Features:

  • 16 Channels of Dolby Atmos, DTS:X & AURO-3D decoding
  • 7 HDMI inputs, 3 HDMI outputs inc Zone 2, eARC compatible
  • HDMI 2.1 with HDCP2.3
  • All inputs support 8K@60fps and 4K@120fps
  • Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG
  • Includes Dirac Live® room correction
  • Ready for Dirac Live Bass Control*
  • Dual ESS 9026PRO audiophile DACs with ESS reference voltage regulators
  • 7 Channels of high power Class AB amplification
  • Wi-Fi / Ethernet, RS232 and IR control
  • Google Chromecast® built-in for streaming audio
  • Apple® Airplay2
  • Bluetooth aptX®HD
  • Free MusicLife iOS and Android UPnP app
  • Supports MQA
  • Roon Ready

The Arcam AVR21 is designed with a passion for music and movies, bringing both to life with high fidelity and dynamics. The AVR21 features an over engineered toroidal transformer for real world power with low noise. The 7 channels of Class AB amplification are based upon those in Arcam stereo amplifiers, guaranteeing musicality otherwise not heard from other AV receivers.

The performance and musicality can be assured with Dirac Live® room optimisation included, and accessed instantly with integrated streaming using Apple®Airplay2, Google Chromecast®, Bluetooth with aptX®HD, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and UPnP with the MusicLife app.

Dirac Live® Bass Control is available at an additional cost via the Dirac website: https://www.dirac.com/online-store/arcam-avr21/

Dirac Live® Bass Control aggregates measurement and location data from each subwoofer as well as the main speakers to determine how a system’s bass is distributed throughout the room.

Specifications:

Continuous power output, per channel, 8Ω/4Ω

2 channels driven, 20Hz - 20kHz, <0.02% THD 110W/175W
2 channels driven, 1kHz, 0.2% THD 125W/190W
7 channels driven, 1kHz, 0.2% THD 90W/110W
Residual noise & hum (A-wtd) <0.15mV

Stereo Line Inputs

Maximum input 4.5V rms
Nominal sensitivity 1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable)
Input impedance 47kΩ
Signal/noise ratio (A-wtd ref 100W) normal/stereo direct 100dB/110dB
Frequency response 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB

Preamplifier Outputs

Nominal output level 1V RMS (max. 5V RMS)
Output impedance 560Ω
THD+N (20Hz—20kHz) –100dB

Headphone Output

Maximum output level into 32Ω 5Vrms
Output impedance <100Ω

General

Mains voltage 110–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz
Power consumption (maximum) 1.5kW (Thermal dissipation approx. 5200 BTU/hour)
Power consumption (idle, typical) 100W (Thermal dissipation approx. 350 BTU/hour
Power consumption (standby) <0.5W
Dimensions W x D (including speaker terminals) x H (including feet) 433 x 425 x 171mm
Weight (net) 16.6kg
Weight (packed) 19.9kg