Audio Systems
Arcam
Cambridge-Engineered Audio — Class G Amplification & Immersive Processing
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Arcam has been engineering audio electronics in Cambridge, England since 1976, establishing itself as a benchmark for musical accuracy and engineering refinement.
Now part of the Harman Luxury Audio Group alongside JBL Synthesis and Mark Levinson, Arcam delivers Class G amplification and Dirac Live room correction in both stereo and immersive surround configurations.
Peters Audio Video integrates Arcam where clients seek British engineering rigor at accessible luxury price points — delivering performance that exceeds its segment.
Why We Specify
Why Peters Audio Video Installs Arcam
Class G amplification delivers high power with dramatically reduced heat and energy consumption
Dirac Live room correction optimizes speaker performance to the specific room
Native Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Spotify Connect support
Harman Luxury Audio Group engineering shared with JBL Synthesis and Mark Levinson
Modular HDMI board design enables future-proof upgrades
Google Home and Alexa voice control compatibility
Product Categories
AVR Series
AV receivers with Class G amplification, Dirac Live, and immersive Dolby Atmos/DTS:X processing — AVR5, AVR10, AVR20, AVR30.
SA Series Integrated Amplifiers
Stereo integrated amplifiers with Class G topology for two-channel listening — SA10 and SA30.
ST60 Streaming Player
Dedicated network streamer with Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, and high-resolution DAC.
PA Series Power Amplifiers
Multi-channel and stereo power amplifiers for custom installations requiring dedicated amplification.
Smart Home Integration
Arcam & Whole-Home Automation
IP control enables Savant integration for source, volume, and input management
Dirac Live room correction calibrates automatically to each room's acoustics
HDMI eARC and CEC enable seamless display integration
Multi-zone outputs support adjacent room distribution
Luxury Home Applications
Living Room Home Theater
AVR30 powers a 7.2.4 Dolby Atmos system with Dirac Live optimization — reference cinema performance without a dedicated room.
Two-Channel Music System
SA30 integrated amplifier with streaming delivers hi-fi performance from a single-box solution.
Bedroom Entertainment
Compact AVR5 provides immersive Atmos sound in a secondary entertainment space.
Multi-Zone Distribution
PA series amplifiers extend high-quality audio to adjacent rooms from a central AV system.
Specification Review
Choosing Arcam for Your Home
Compare the specific equipment proposed for your rooms, not the brand name alone. Arcam families discussed on this page include AVR Series, SA Series Integrated Amplifiers, ST60 Streaming Player, PA Series Power Amplifiers. Availability, model specifications, firmware and third-party integration support need confirmation before a final design.
- Room fit: Request a model-level schedule showing where each component will be used, its mounting and power requirements, and any architectural compromises.
- Integration evidence: Identify the supported connection or driver for each required function. Separate physical compatibility from actual command support and test behavior when internet access is unavailable.
- Complete scope: Compare equipment, infrastructure, configuration, commissioning and documentation together. Confirm subscriptions, licenses, warranty terms and ongoing support separately in the proposal.
Useful project details: Your listening areas, preferred music services, ceiling details and whether speakers should be visible or concealed.
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How We Install Arcam
Discovery & Design
Every Arcam installation begins with a comprehensive consultation. We evaluate your home's architecture, existing infrastructure, and lifestyle needs to develop a detailed system proposal with room-by-room specifications and control interface design.
Architectural Coordination
For new builds and renovations, our team coordinates directly with architects and builders during the design phase — ensuring Arcam infrastructure (conduit runs, power, equipment closets) is properly planned before walls close.
Professional Installation
Installation requirements depend on the selected Arcam equipment: mounting, cabling, ventilation, power and configuration are coordinated with the project scope. Documentation records the installed components and relevant connections.
Calibration & Commissioning
After installation, we verify the specified Arcam functions and system connections. Applicable audio, video or control settings are commissioned for the room, with owner orientation and documentation appropriate to the equipment.
Why Choose Peters Audio Video for Arcam
Design-Led Specification
We recommend Arcam only where it suits the room, the architecture and how you live — and explain the alternatives we considered, so the choice is yours.
Long-Term Stewardship
Ongoing care for your Arcam system can include applicable updates, monitoring and planned changes. Services, response arrangements and eligibility depend on the written support agreement.
Charlotte-Based Expertise
Based in Charlotte and focused on luxury residential technology. Consultations and on-site work are scheduled around the agreed project scope; select larger projects are considered nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Arcam system cost?
Arcam integrated amplifiers start around $2,000. AV receivers range $3,500-$8,000. PA amplifiers range $1,500-$4,000.
Is Arcam better than Marantz?
Arcam's Class G amplification and Dirac Live room correction give it an edge in musical accuracy. Marantz offers warmer tonal character. Both are excellent.
Does Arcam support Dolby Atmos?
Yes. Arcam AVR series supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D immersive audio formats.
Can Arcam integrate with Savant?
Yes. Arcam's IP control enables full integration with Savant for source selection, volume, and automation scenes.
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Design Your Arcam System
Every Arcam installation begins with a conversation about your home, your lifestyle, and the experience you want technology to deliver.