Arcam - PA240 760W 2.0-Ch. Power Amplifier - Gray
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Specifications
- Number of Channels2
- Key Specs
- Number of Channels: 2 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- General
- Brand: Arcam
- Model Number: ARCPA240AM
- Product Name: PA240 760W 2.0-Ch. Power Amplifier
- Color: Gray
- Audio
- Number of Channels: 2 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Minimum Frequency Response: 20 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.001 percent (Measurement of the harmonic sound distortion. The lower the percentage, the cleaner the sound.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 20 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Amplifier Type: Power amplifiers
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 110 decibels (The ratio of the desired signal's strength to the level of background noise. A ratio higher than 1:1, which equates to greater than 0 decibels, indicates more signal than noise.)
- Bass Boost: None (Circuitry that boosts the bass response of the amplifier, improving audio reproduction enhancing the sound of low frequencies. Fixed boost means the level of bass response is preset, whereas variable boost allows the user to make adjustments.)
- Audio
- Impedance: 4 (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
- Inputs
- Line-Level Inputs: true (Also referred to as low-level inputs. Enables the amplifier to receive a sound signal from another device via RCA cables.)
- Outputs
- Speaker Connection Type: RCA, Banana Jack/Screw Terminals
- Features
- Bridgeable: true (Bridging an amplifier increases the power it supplies to the speaker(s).)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 17 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 16.7 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 39.7 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 050667374129
Upgrade the sound system of live events with this ARCAM amplifier. The dual channels provide up to 380W of power each to connected audio components, while the toroidal transformer transmits voltage uniformly, minimizing audio distortion. This ARCAM amplifier supports different sound output variations, including stereo and dual mono, for flexibility during use.
- 760W total power: RMS rating of 380W x 2 @ 4 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 2 channels driven for robust audio.
- Up to 8 ohms of speakers impedance: Efficiently conducts power.
- Class-G design: Combines efficiency with fidelity for high-powered operation.
- Network connection: Can be easily controlled and monitored remotely.
- 760W total power: RMS rating of 380W x 2 @ 4 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 2 channels driven for robust audio.
- Up to 8 ohms of speakers impedance: Efficiently conducts power.
- Class-G design: Combines efficiency with fidelity for high-powered operation.
- Network connection: Can be easily controlled and monitored remotely.
Whats Included
- Arcam HAD PA240 760W 2.0-Ch. Power Amplifier
- Arcam HAD PA240 760W 2.0-Ch. Power Amplifier
Q: What is the total power output of this amplifier?
A: This ARCAM amplifier provides a total of 760W of power.
Q: What is the design type of this amplifier?
A: This amplifier utilizes a Class-G design, which combines efficiency with high-fidelity output for powerful performance.
Q: What kind of speakers can I use with this amplifier?
A: This amplifier can efficiently power speakers with an impedance of up to 8 ohms.
Q: How many channels does the ARCAM amplifier have?
A: The ARCAM amplifier has two channels.
Q: Does this amplifier have a network connection?
A: Yes, this amplifier can be controlled and monitored remotely through its network connection.
A: The PA240 should pair very well with all other Arcam AVR's and Integrateds. I've read on the Arcam discourse forum where others have used the PA240 for biamping with other Arcam products with no issues. I find the PA240 to be very powerful, I am pretty impressed with it. It would easily push the lower end of your 702's. Either bi-amping with your AVR or just using the PA240 alone with jumpers connecting the 2 sets of binding posts I think you will be happy with the extra power.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
I’ve tried Denon,Marantz,Onkyo,Parasound Halo. But there is something about the sound of Arcam that keeps me with them. Maybe it’s the British sound signature they have. Don’t get me wrong I love the others especially Parasound. Arcams sound is clear,separated and controlled. In a very multilayered way. Voices sound great and it’s very musical but also works amazing for home theater because of the reasons I just said above. Not all amps can do this well. Arcam does this very well. It’s just a higher fidelity sound with very low distortion. The photo shows Parasound on the left and Arcam on the right. Harmon now owns Arcam and they spend endless time in research and development so I only expect this brand to get greater as time goes on. Great product!
Posted by BenjimanlW
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Big & Powerful Arcam PA240
I've only had this amp maybe 4 weeks but BB asked for a review so here we go. First off I'll mention the size..the Arcam is big, make sure you look at the dimensions & weight numbers to be sure if the amp fits your space. With decent ventilation in an AC'ed home it will only get a little warm, not any issues with over heating or hot to the touch. This amp has a lot of power, I paired it with some big Polk R700 speakers and have plenty of power left over, even when playing at very loud volumes. It seems like it has way more power than what the specs say. Amp has a high & low gain switch for better matching with different types of preamps/receivers/Dacs. It has RCA line level outputs on the back as well, to piggyback other amplifiers but I hooked a powered SVS subwoofer to the back of this amp and honestly my Sub has never sounded better. So that turned out to be a bonus and something I had not planned on using..but it is convenient and could solve a minor issue if your 2 channel stereo doesn't have a subwoofer rca output. The RCA output does not work if you use the XLR Balanced inputs though, at least that is what the manual says. So yes this amp has balanced inputs if you were wondering, I tried it and it works fine. To me this amp sounds great. Has very good speed and tone to the bass notes, doesn't blend it all together, very accurate and nuanced. Clean and transparent but not lean or analytic. I use to have an Arcam SA30 and liked it's amplifier so that is why I tried this PA240. This PA240 sounds better while being more powerful, so if you don't need everything the SA30 has to offer this amp is the way to go. This amp has a very low 10k ohm input impedance so be mindful what you pair it with. Not an issue with most other solid state gear but if wanting to pair with a Tube preamp it's best to make sure that preamp has lower than a 1k ohm output at its lowest frequency. Overall it is just a very nice sounding and capable amplifier, I can't think of anything bad to say about it's performance. It Is a little more expensive than what I normally like to spend on a power amplifier and while I know Arcam is marked up pretty high in the US I feel the amp performs to it's price point. You get a ton of clean power from an amp that never loses it composure or overheats when pushed very hard. I have other amps that are close to this one in wattage but the Arcam is clearly the superior in all areas. Pretty sweet power amp.
Posted by Music
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Arcam power amplifier
Excellent sounds clarity from this very powerful amplifier
Posted by NickH
