Arcam A25+ with CD5 CD Player & Bowers and Wilkins 606 S3 (2025 Model)

It was way back in the mid-1970s when Doug Brady showcased the first amplifier from A&R Cambridge (as the company was then known) — the A60, which featured in many of our magazine adverts. The Arcam A25 continued that legacy with great success, earning a reputation for performance and reliability. Naturally, expectations are high for its successor, the Arcam A25+, 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
• HDMI eARC and USB-C inputs
• Hi-res audio ESS ES9018 DAC
• Meticulously tuned phono stage
• Class G amplification
• 2x 100 Watts (8Ω) Power Output
• Compact remote control
• Solid aluminium dials
• A 6.5" high-resolution bonded display
• Aluminium front, top, sides and rear panels
• Plastic free packaging

The Best of the Radia+ Range

The ARCAM A25+ is the best sounding and most versatile of Arcam’s Radia+ integrated amplifiers. The A25+ is the latest in nearly 50 years of amplifier design and manufacture, dating back to their first product in 1976 — the A&R Cambridge A60 amplifier.

Continuous Innovation

Since the launch of the award-winning ARCAM Radia A25, it is clear they haven’t rested. Their engineering team pushed further to create the premium ARCAM A25+, an even better sounding and more versatile integrated amplifier.

Extensive Connectivity

With a wide array of analogue inputs, including a meticulously tuned phono stage, and digital inputs including HDMI eARC and USB-C, the A25+ provides impactful sound for everything from vinyl to TV and streaming.

Cutting-Edge Performance

The A25+ features an enhanced power supply design, a new DAC, and cutting-edge wireless capabilities straight out of the box. Snapdragon Sound delivers uncompressed digital audio via Bluetooth, while Auracast enables multiple compatible headphones or speakers to share music wirelessly, with no pairing required.

Superior Amplification Technology

Powered by our 5th generation Class G amplifier design, you can expect the best sound quality and dynamics from what has always been a better sounding and more efficient class of amplifier.

The CD5

All the companies experience and expertise in this digital format has been used to produce the new but still affordable CD Player the CD5.

Features

• Specially selected components and materials - to deliver on sound quality
• All new Radia design - Purposeful yet playful
• CD, CD-R, CD-RW playback - to enjoy your favourite album or mix CD 
• USB mass storage playback - for your library of music rips and downloads from a USB stick
• Plastic Free Packaging - for easy disposal of natural materials

No frills, just great quality sound

The Arcam CD5 uses premium components to deliver top-notch sound without unnecessary extras. Its high-quality electronics enable playback of Hi-Res audio discs or music via the USB-A input. As part of Arcam’s Radia range, it combines sleek styling with all-aluminium construction, making it one of the most elegant Arcam CD players to date.

Premium quality ESS DAC for dynamic and detailed sound

At its core, the Arcam CD5 features an ESS 9018 Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC). Combined with precision-engineered components, this DAC ensures superb sound quality. The result is a highly detailed, distortion-free, and dynamic performance that brings out the best in your CD collection.

Hi-Res audio playback

The player supports Hi-Res music playback through FLAC and WAV-encoded CDs. Alternatively, use the USB-A interface to play stored Hi-Res music files, with support for WAV and FLAC formats up to 24-bit/96kHz. This ensures the player delivers its full sonic potential.

Connects to all types of systems

The CD5 offers three output options, making it versatile for connecting to various systems. Use the optical or coaxial digital outputs for AV receivers or digital amplifiers, or the analogue RCA outputs for traditional amplifiers without digital inputs.

Sleek new style

As part of the Radia series, the CD5 boasts a refined design with just six buttons and a discreet display. Its aluminium casing with rounded edges adds to its premium feel, and the compact remote control enhances convenience. It perfectly balances aesthetics and performance.

The Acclaimed 606

Prepare to embark on a journey of musical enjoyment with the Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3. Building upon the foundation of the acclaimed 606 formula, this speaker takes innovation to a new level. With meticulous enhancements and a subtly refreshed design, the 606 S3 is poised to captivate an even wider array of music enthusiasts.

The heart of the 606 S3 lies in its Continuum cone and Titanium Dome tweeter, which have been cherished elements of this iconic speaker. However, the 606 S3 introduces refined upgrades that elevate its performance. Upgraded speaker terminals ensure seamless connectivity, enhancing the speaker's functionality while maintaining its commitment to delivering unrivaled sound quality.

The design of the 606 S3 has also been thoughtfully modernised, reflecting a timeless yet contemporary aesthetic. This visual evolution enhances the speaker's appeal, making it even more irresistible to discerning music lovers.

The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 is more than a speaker; it's a testament to Bowers & Wilkins dedication to continuous improvement and innovation. With a fusion of acclaimed technologies and thoughtful enhancements, the 606 S3 offers a truly amazing sonic experience. Immerse yourself in the magic of music as it was meant to be heard, and allow the 606 S3 to redefine your perception of audio excellence.

You can also take your listening experience to new heights by placing these speakers on the Bowers & Wilkins FS-600 S3 Speaker Stands (sold separately) to reduce vibrations and improve the soundstage.

A25+ Integrated Amplifier Specifications

CD5 CD Player Specifications