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Arcam SA30 vs Denon PMA-900HNE
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Arcam SA30

Integrated Amplifier | 130 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Arcam SA30 vs Denon PMA-900HNE Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing SA30 and PMA-900HNE, two Integrated Amplifiers from Arcam and Denon. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Arcam SA30 and Denon PMA-900HNE first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Arcam SA30 Key Specs

  • 130 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • HDMI Input (eARC)
  • Weight: 26.40 lbs / 12.00 kg
  • Built-in Room Correction
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-15/16inch x 17-1/16inch x 14-13/16inch

Denon PMA-900HNE Key Specs

  • 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v4.2
  • Weight: 18.30 lbs / 8.32 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-1/8inch x 17-1/8inch x 15-7/16inch

What size room are the Arcam SA30 and Denon PMA-900HNE Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Arcam SA30 Denon PMA-900HNE
Near-field Poor Average
Small Room Poor Good
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Good Poor
Very Large Room Average Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Arcam SA30 and Denon PMA-900HNE compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Arcam SA30 over Denon PMA-900HNE
Built-in Room Correction Yes vs No Adjusts audio output to compensate for acoustic anomalies in a listening space
Watts into 8-ohms 130 watts vs 50 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 200 watts vs 85 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.002% vs 0.07% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 112 dB vs 105 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs 4 vs 3 More options for connecting Analog sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Base Surface Area 1636.2cm2/ 253.6inch2 vs 1709.6cm2/ 265.0inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 101mm vs 131mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Denon PMA-900HNE over Arcam SA30
MSRP Price(*) 949USD vs 2,699USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Optical Digital Inputs 3 vs 2 More options for connecting Digital sources
HEOS Yes vs No Compatible with HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Sound System

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Arcam SA30 and Denon PMA-900HNE differs from each other.

Arcam SA30 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
  • HDMI eARC
  • Ethernet Port
Denon PMA-900HNE Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • Phono Input
  • 3 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
Arcam SA30 Back View
Arcam SA30 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Sub Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
Denon PMA-900HNE Back View
Denon PMA-900HNE Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Arcam SA30?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of SA30:
  • Integrated Amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • 2 WiFi antennas
  • Setup microphone
  • 6.5-feet miniUSB-to-USB cable
  • Handbook Manual
  • Thank you Letter
  • What's in the Box of Denon PMA-900HNE?

    Here are the items that come with the PMA-900HNE:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 68-inch AC power cord
  • Remote control (RC-1246)
  • Two AAA batteries
  • 2 WiFi/Bluetooth antennas
  • uick Start Guide
  • Spotify Connect Instructions
  • Heos Brochure
  • Safety Instructions
  • Notes on Radio
  • Warranty Information
  • Bluetooth/WiFi antenna note
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