NEWS: Arcam launches SA30 integrated amp

lmccauley

The SR250 has multiple HDMI inputs, and can decode DD, DTS, and all the other codes.  I assume (since it doesn't mention) that the SA30 needs a PCM stream.

Sky watsher

Do you guys think this gorgeous piece will offer HTbypass ?

wokeye

I like the look of that a lot.  I don't think it would be cost effective for me personally as I have a nearly new A39.  It sounds very similar power-wise to the A39.  I wouldn't mind room correction, I still think it would be cheaper to add it exteranlly than sell up and buy this.  It also doesn't look like it's got a USB input on the DAC like the other SA amps.  There's no mention of it.

Mark.Yudkin

I am reasonably certain the answer is no, it will not offer any video passthrough at all. For that you need the SR250.

bruny

Do you mean HT bypass. If so there’s a good chance it will. As I believe the SA10 and SA20 have it.

Sky watsher

HTbypass i meant...

Sky watsher

Yeah HTbypass, can someone confirm if previous models had the feature ?

Timmy C

Arcam call it processor mode and the manual for the SA10 and SA20 says it can be applied to any inputs.

Sky watsher

Thanks !
That means the SA30 is really an All rounder ! might be my next gear addition (hoping it floats within 2 Grand...)

sharkkeeper

I have sa20 at mo partnered with focal aria 926 speakers sa30 120 watts per channal 8ohms hmm think i will part ex my 20 for this baby