More power and HDMI eARC for stereo that also works naturally with a TV
Arcam A15+ is a Class A/B integrated amplifier rated at 2x80 W into 8 ohms, with HDMI eARC, ESS Sabre DAC, MM phono and Bluetooth 5.4 aptX Lossless.
A15+ moves the Radia+ platform towards more energetic stereo systems, with output suited to floorstanding loudspeakers, larger rooms and higher listening levels. Compared with A5+, it adds HDMI eARC so a television can become part of the Hi-Fi system alongside a turntable and other analogue or digital sources.
Key features
- Class A/B amplification rated at 2x80 W into 8 ohms and 2x120 W into 4 ohms.
- Three analogue RCA inputs and MM phono input.
- HDMI eARC input for television audio.
- Three digital inputs: two coaxial SPDIF and one optical.
- ESS ES9018 DAC at 24-bit/192 kHz.
- Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Lossless, Snapdragon Sound and Auracast.
- Pre-out, front headphone output, Ethernet and trigger In/Out.
- Revised power supply with toroidal transformer.
Power for larger loudspeakers and rooms
The Class A/B section delivers 80 W per channel into 8 ohms and 120 W into 4 ohms. This reserve makes A15+ better suited to floorstanding loudspeakers, higher playback levels or a larger room while retaining the direct, uncomplicated character of a stereo integrated amplifier.
HDMI eARC and traditional sources
HDMI eARC brings television audio directly into the stereo system, while three RCA inputs, MM phono, two coaxial inputs and one optical input cover traditional Hi-Fi sources. The ESS ES9018 handles digital conversion and the pre-out provides a route for later system expansion.
Advanced wireless listening
Bluetooth 5.4, aptX Lossless and Snapdragon Sound are joined by Auracast and the ability to transmit audio to compatible Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Ethernet also supports IP control, while trigger In/Out allows coordinated power-up with other electronics.
Supplied accessories
The box includes a remote control with two AAA batteries, mains lead, Quick Start Guide and safety instructions. The distributor specifies a Black finish, dimensions of 431 x 98 x 344 mm and a weight of 10 kg.