Arcam AVR20
Discontinued replaced by Arcam AVR21

Stunning Realism, Immersive Sound
The Arcam AVR20 is a high-performance audio/visual receiver that delivers stunning realism for the ultimate home cinema experience.
With an impressive 16-channel surround solution and featuring all the latest CODECs from Dolby, DTS and IMAX Enhanced, the AVR20 exemplifies sound quality and engineering excellence.
The AVR20 features the efficient class AB amplification for a level of transparency that delivers the most captivating sound.
Audiophile listening experiences are optimised with full 16-channel Dirac
calibration on board as well as simple streaming with a mobile device using the native app of choice via Apple Airplay2 or Google Chromecast.
Features AVR20

- Dolby Atmos & DTS:X 9.1.6 decoding
- 4K (UHD) HDMI2.0b with HDCP2.2
- 7 HDMI inputs, 3 HDMI outputs, eARC compatible
- Dirac Live® for Arcam room correction
- ESS 9026PRO audiophile DAC
- Class AB power amplification – Uses toroidal transformer
- Wifi / Ethernet, RS232 and IR control
- Google Cast/UPnP capability for streaming audio
- Bluetooth
- Free MusicLife iOS UPnP and control app
Specifications Arcam AVR20

Continuous power output, per channel, 8Ω/4Ω | |
2 channels driven, 20Hz – 20kHz, <0.02% THD | 110W/175W |
2 channels driven, 1kHz, 0.2% THD | 125W/190W |
7 channels driven, 1kHz, 0.2% THD | 90W/110W |
Residual noise & hum (A-wtd) | <0.15mV |
Stereo Line Inputs | |
Maximum input | 4.5V rms |
Nominal sensitivity | 1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable) |
Input impedance | 47kΩ |
Signal/noise ratio (A-wtd ref 100W) normal/stereo direct | 100dB/110dB |
Frequency response | 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB |
Preampli er Outputs | |
Nominal output level | 1V RMS (max. 5V RMS) |
Output impedance | 560Ω |
THD+N (20Hz—20kHz) | –100dB |
Headphone Output | |
Maximum output level into 32Ω | 5Vrms |
Output impedance | <100Ω |
General | |
Mains voltage | 110–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz |
Power consumption (maximum) | 1.5kW (Thermal dissipation approx. 5200 BTU/hour) |
Power consumption (idle, typical) | 100W (Thermal dissipation approx. 340 BTU/hour) |
Power consumption (standby) | <0.5W |
Dimensions W x D (including speaker terminals) x H (including feet) | 433 x 425 x 171mm |
Weight (net) | 16.6kg |
Weight (packed) | 19.9kg |
Supplied accessories | Mains lead Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries Manual DAB/FM aerial 3 x WiFi/Bluetooth antennas Calibration microphone USB cable |
Next model up in the range Arcam AVR30
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