Arcam AVR11 AV Receiver – Audio Advice
11.2 Pre-Amplifier / 7 Amplifier Channel Class AB AV Receiver w/ Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, Auro-3D & Dirac Live Room Correction.
The AVR11 is a high-performance audio/visual receiver that delivers stunning realism for the ultimate home cinema experience. With native 12-channel decoding of immersive audio from Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, the AVR11 can deliver incredible theater experiences.
The Arcam AVR11 is designed with a passion for music and movies, bringing both to life with truly high fidelity. The AVR11 features an over-engineered power supply and 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 optimization 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.
Continuous power output, per channel, 8Ω/4Ω
- 2 channels driven, 20Hz – 20kHz, <0.02% THD 80W/100W
- 2 channels driven, 1kHz, 0.2% THD 85W/120W
- 7 channels driven, 1kHz, 0.2% THD 60W/85W
- 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): 90W (Thermal dissipation approx. 340 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): 16.5kg
- Weight (packed): 19.8kg
- Supplied accessories:
- Mains lead
- Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries
- Quick Start Guide (full manual online)
- DAB/FM aerial
- 3 x Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antennas
- Calibration microphone
- USB cable
Additional information
| Weight | 43.65 lbs |
|---|---|
| Features | Bluetooth Audio Streaming, Bluetooth Enabled, Dirac, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Ethernet Port, HDMI Inputs, Includes a DAC, WiFi Enabled |
| THD Stereo | –100dB |
| Signal To Noise Ratio | 100dB/110dB |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Power Supply | 110–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz |
by John
Compared this with Denon, Marantz, Sony ES, and others at Magnolia and in my living room. The Arcam AVR10 is the hand-down winner for pure audio enjoyment.