Arcam AVP45 AV Processor Review: The eagerly anticipated AVP45 AV Processor is now available for pre-order at The Audio Tailor. This flagship processor from Arcam brings Cambridge pedigree and state-of-the-art technology to the heart of your home theatre, offering total control, absolute signal purity, and unrivalled immersive audio performance.

First Impressions: A New Era of Processor Excellence

From the moment you unbox the AVP45 AV Processor, its refined industrial design and solid build quality signal a serious product. The 6.5-inch high-resolution colour display and backlit Bluetooth remote make setup and daily operation a breeze. Under the hood, Arcam’s renowned DAC architecture—shared with their top-tier stereo amplifiers—ushers every audio signal through precision converters, ensuring that what you hear is as close to the master recording as possible.

Sixteen Channels of Immersive Mastery

With 16 channels of Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, and AURO-3D decoding, the AVP45 caters to the most ambitious speaker configurations. Its matrix channel assignment allows you to reroute any channel to match custom layouts, perfect for dedicated cinemas, open-plan living rooms, or music-first systems that demand flexibility without compromise.

Balanced Outputs: Purity Guaranteed

Every one of the AVP45’s outputs uses balanced XLR connections, a hallmark of serious professional audio. This commitment to balanced topology minimises interference and noise over long cable runs, delivering a pristine signal to your power amplifiers—such as the Arcam PA9 Class G—for effortless dynamics, tight bass control, and crystal-clear highs.

Adaptive Acoustics with Dirac Live

No room is acoustically perfect. Enter Dirac Live room correction: an advanced calibration suite that analyses your room’s unique characteristics and applies precise equalisation across the frequency spectrum. For enthusiasts seeking absolute control, optional upgrades for Dirac Live Bass Control and Active Room Treatment refine low-frequency response and time alignment, transforming any listening space into a high-end acoustic environment.

Seamless Connectivity and Control

The AVP45 integrates Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, and Qobuz Connect directly into its class-leading signal chain. Bluetooth with Snapdragon Sound and Auracast ensures superb wireless fidelity, while the Arcam Radia App for iOS, Android and Windows provides effortless setup, streaming, and control from your smartphone or tablet.

Who Should Consider the AVP45?

• Audiophiles seeking a processor-built system with external amplification for ultimate sonic fidelity.
• Home cinema enthusiasts requiring flexible channel routing and support for all major immersive formats.
• Music lovers who demand hi-fi performance and room correction for accurate playback.
• Custom installers drafting bespoke cinemas or media rooms that benefit from balanced connectivity and Dirac calibration.

Pros & Cons

• Pros
  • 16-channel immersive decoding: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced & AURO-3D support
  • Balanced XLR outputs on every channel for pristine signal integrity
  • Dirac Live room correction (upgradeable to Bass Control & Active Room Treatment)
  • Flexible matrix channel assignment for custom speaker layouts
  • Full suite of streaming integrations: AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz
  • Premium build quality and user-friendly interface via Arcam Radia App
• Cons
  • Processor-only unit requires separate amplifiers (external amplification adds to total system cost)
  • Full technical specifications pending official release from Arcam

The Audio Tailor Perspective: Elevate Your Cinema Experience

At our Brisbane-based HiFi studio, we believe the Arcam AVP45 AV Processor is the definitive command centre for uncompromised home theatre systems. Its combination of Cambridge engineering, balanced connectivity, and advanced room correction opens new horizons for both music and cinema. Ready to transform your living room into a world-class venue? Pre-order the Arcam AVP45 AV Processor today, or speak with our expert team on 1300 308 711 or at sales@theaudiotailor.com.au to tailor the perfect system for your space.