{"product_id":"arcam-a25-with-bowers-wilkins-606-s3","title":"Arcam A25+ with Bowers \u0026 Wilkins 606 S3 Bookshelf Speakers","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eIt was way back in the mid-1970s when Doug Brady showcased the first amplifier from A\u0026amp;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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eWireless audio with Bluetooth 5.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eFeaturing Snapdragon Sound for wireless lossless audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eFeaturing Auracast for connecting wireless headphones or speakers to play music in multiple spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eHDMI eARC and USB-C inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eHi-res audio ESS ES9018 DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eMeticulously tuned phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eClass G amplification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003e2x 100 Watts (8Ω) Power Output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eCompact remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eSolid aluminium dials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 6.5\" high-resolution bonded display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eAluminium front, top, sides and rear panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"538\"\u003ePlastic free packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eThe Best of the Radia+ Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eThe 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\u0026amp;R Cambridge A60 amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eContinuous Innovation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eSince 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eExtensive Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eCutting-Edge Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eSuperior Amplification Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003ePowered 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003eThe Acclaimed 606\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare to embark on a journey of musical enjoyment with the Bowers \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins 606 S3 is more than a speaker; it's a testament to \u003cspan\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins\u003c\/span\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also take your listening experience to new heights by placing these speakers on the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins FS-600 S3 Speaker Stands\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(sold separately)\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce vibrations and improve the soundstage.\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA25+ Integrated Amplifier \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Power Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(0.5% THD) 2 channels driven\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8Ω, 20Hz – 20kHz:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4Ω, 1kHz:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarmonic Distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80% power, 8Ω at 1kHz: 0.002%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue Inputs – Number Of Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 (RCA pairs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue Inputs – Signal\/Noise Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(A-weighted, ref. 50W, 1V input): 106dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue Inputs – Frequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhono (MM) Input – Input Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47kΩ + 100pF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhono (MM) Input – Frequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e(ref. 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