Arcam A5+ with PMC Prodigy5 (2025 Model)
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Arcam A5+ with PMC Prodigy5 (2025 Model)
It was back in the mid-1970s when Doug Brady introduced the very first amplifier from Arcam – then known as A&R Cambridge – the A60. This iconic model featured prominently in many of our magazine advertisements at the time. The Arcam A5 continued that legacy with great success, earning a reputation for performance and reliability. Naturally, expectations are high for its successor, the Arcam A5+, which is set to carry the torch forward.
Features
- Wireless audio with Bluetooth 5.4
- Featuring Snapdragon Sound for wireless lossless audio
- Featuring Auracast for connecting wireless headphones or speakers to play music in multiple spaces
- Hi-res audio digital inputs
- ESS ES9018 DAC
- Meticulously tuned phono stage#
- Class AB amplification
- 2x 50 Watts (8Ω) power output
- Compact remote control
- Solid aluminium dials
- Aluminium front, top, sides and rear panels
- Plastic free packaging
Nearly 50 Years of Amplification Expertise
The ARCAM A5+ is designed to bring people together through shared listening experiences with family and friends. The “A” in ARCAM stands for amplification – the foundation of everything we do. This latest model represents the culmination of almost five decades of amplifier innovation, dating back to our very first product in 1976: the A&R Cambridge A60. Building on the award-winning ARCAM Radia A5, our engineers have continued to push the boundaries, resulting in an amplifier that’s even more capable and refined.
Engineered for Today’s Listener
At the heart of the A5+ is a newly enhanced power supply and state-of-the-art wireless functionality. With Snapdragon Sound, it delivers lossless digital audio via Bluetooth, while Auracast allows multiple compatible headphones or speakers to stream audio simultaneously – no pairing required. This forward-thinking technology ensures effortless connectivity, whether you're enjoying a personal session or sharing your music with others.
Versatility Meets Precision
The A5+ offers a wide selection of digital and analogue inputs, including a meticulously tuned phono stage for vinyl enthusiasts. Whether you're streaming music, spinning records, or connecting traditional hi-fi components, the A5+ guarantees superb sound quality across all sources. It's a modern integrated amplifier that stays true to Arcam’s longstanding dedication to precision audio and elegant design.
Inside the Prodigy5
A cornerstone of PMC's legendary natural, uncolored sound is the Advanced Transmission Line (ATL) bass-loading. ATL uses energy generated by the bass unit more intelligently and efficiently than traditional ported or sealed box designs. The Laminair airflow technology further enhances ATL, improving definition, timing, and eliminating unwanted air noise.
A Speaker That Blends into the Room
The PMC Prodigy5 floorstanding speaker is compact yet powerful, occupying no more space than bookshelf speakers on stands due to its small footprint. It can fill even larger rooms with weighty, crisply defined music. This exceptional speaker combines a sweet, open treble with wide dispersion, offering a vast listening 'sweet spot' with excellent focus. It also delivers transparent, natural vocals and instrumental sound with a solid, uncolored bottom end. Designed to showcase the quality of your high-end electronics, the slender Prodigy5 blends seamlessly into any space, with optional grilles for a more discreet appearance.
A5+ Integrated Amplifier Specifications
| Continuous Power Output: | (0.5% THD) 2 channels driven |
| 8Ω, 20Hz ‐ 20kHz: | 50W |
| 4Ω, 1kHz: | 75W |
| Harmonic Distortion: | 80% power, 8Ω at 1kHz: 0.003% |
| Analogue Inputs – Number Of Inputs: | 3 (RCA pairs) |
| Analogue Inputs – Signal/Noise Ratio: | (A-weighted, ref. 50W, 1V input): 106dB |
| Analogue Inputs – Frequency Response: | 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Phono (MM) Input – Input Impedance: | 47kΩ + 100pF |
| Phono (MM) Input – Frequency Response: | (ref. RIAA curve): 20Hz—20kHz ± 1dB |
| Digital Inputs – Supported Sample Rates: | 192, 176.4, 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1 kHz |
| Digital Inputs – Bit Depths: | 24-bit, 16-bit |
| Digital Inputs – Frequency Response: | (Filter 1): 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Digital Inputs – Signal/Noise Ratio: | (A-weighted, ref. 50W, 0dBFS): 109dB |
| Headphone Output – Maximum Output Level: | (RMS) into 32Ω / 300Ω: 2.5V / 5V |
| Headphone Output – Load Range: | 16Ω – 2kΩ |
| Wireless Specifications – Bluetooth Version: | 5.4; A2DP Sink/Source, AVRCP, BLE, Snapdragon Sound, AAC, LE Audio, Auracast |
| Wireless Specifications – Bluetooth Transmitter Frequency And Power: | 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz: <20dBm |
| General – Mains Voltage: | 100V or 110–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz |
| General – Power Consumption (Maximum): | 350W |
| General – Power Consumption (Standby): | <0.5W |
| General – Dimensions (W x D x H): | Including speaker terminals and feet: 431 x 344 x 83mm |
| General – Weight (Net): | 8.14 kg |
| General – Weight (Packed): | 11.36 kg |
| Supplied Accessories: | Mains lead(s), Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries, Quick Start Guide, Important Safety Instructions |
PMC Prodigy5 Specifications
| Crossover Frequency: | 1.7kHz |
| Horizontal Directivity: | 80 degrees |
| Vertical Directivity: | 80 degrees |
| Dimensions: | H 905mm 40” (+20mm spikes) W 165mm 6.5” (233mm incl. plinth bars) D 237mm 9.3” (+10mm optional grille) |
| Drive Units: | LF PMC 5.25”/133mm natural fibre long-throw LT™, HF PMC 27mm /1” soft dome |
| Effective ATL™ Length: | 1.96m 6.3ft |
| Frequency Response: | 35Hz – 25kHz (-3dB) |
| Impedance: | 6 Ohm |
| Input Connectors: | One pair 4mm binding posts |
| Sensitivity: | 87.3dB SPL 1W 1m |
| Peak SPL: | 123dB SPL |
| Recommended Amp Power: | 20 - 250W |
| Available Finishes: | Silk Black |
| Weight: | 10kg each |
| Optional Extras: | PMC Prodigy5 Speaker Grilles |
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