The SA10 is an Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC by Arcam that delivers 50 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 85 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the SA10 compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. Thanks to its built-in 32-bit ESS ESS 9016K2M Sabre DAC DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Arcam SA10 lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Arcam SA10 has an MSRP of 699$.
There are 4 Arcam amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Arcam Integrated Amplifier Series
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The Arcam SA10 is rated at 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Arcam provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.5% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 50 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k) at 0.5%
- 85 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 106dB Signal to Noise Ratio
When pairing the Arcam SA10 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the Arcam SA10 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Arcam SA10 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Arcam SA10, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Arcam SA10 has total of 4 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
Arcam SA10 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
- Phono Input
- 1 Optical Digital Input
- 2 Coaxial Digital Input
Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
- 3.5mm Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
Arcam SA10 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your Arcam SA10. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Arcam SA10 features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage.
Subwoofer Output
Arcam SA10 has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with Arcam SA10 amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The Arcam SA10's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the SA10 is the
32-bit ESS ESS 9016K2M Sabre DAC , and supports resolutions up to
24-bit, 192KHZ.
Arcam SA10 Handheld Remote
Arcam SA10 External Dimensions and Weight
Arcam SA10 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 3-7/16inch x 17-1/16inch x 13-13/16inch (88.0mm x 434.0mm x 351.0mm ). The unit weighs
8.41kg / 18.5lbs.
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Arcam SA10 is approximately 1523.3cm2 / 236.1inch2.
- Width: 434.0mm (17-1/16")
- Height: 88.0mm (3-7/16")
- Depth: 351.0mm (13-13/16")
- Weight: 8.41 kg (18.50lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1523.3cm2 / 236.1inch2
- Volume: ~13.4 liter / 3.5 gallon
What's in the Box of Arcam SA10?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SA10:
Integrated Amplifier6.5-feet AC power cordRemote control2 AAA batteriesHandbook ManualThank you Letter
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Arcam SA10 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Arcam SA10
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Arcam SA10 by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
Arcam |
| Full Model Name |
Arcam SA10 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
50 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
85 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20-20k |
| THD |
0.5% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
106 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
32-bit ESS ESS 9016K2M Sabre DAC |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
N/A |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
4 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| USB Input |
No |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
3.5mm |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 2-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
88.0mm (3-7/16") |
| Width |
434.0mm (17-1/16") |
| Depth |
351.0mm (13-13/16") |
| Weight |
8.41 kg (18.50lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |