Arcam
Arcam ST25 DAC
Experience exceptional audio with the Arcam ST25 DAC, meticulously engineered in Cambridge, UK. This digital audio player boasts an all-new streaming platform and a refined linear toroidal power supply for pristine sound. Its intuitive user interface and companion app offer seamless control, while support for high-resolution DSD and PCM formats ensures every detail is captured. Enjoy robust network streaming, Roon Ready certification, and high-quality analog output via RCA for an immersive listening experience.
$1649.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
393
/ 483
#393 in Stereo Music Streaming Devices
Price vs Category Average
-56%
Below average
Supported Sample Rates
384
/ Up to kHz
Who it's for
- Exceptional Audio Fidelity
- Comprehensive Streaming Support
- Premium Radia Series Design
Who should skip it
- Premium Price Point
- Suboptimal Control App
- Lack of Preamp Functionality
Key Specs
Supported Sample Rates
Up to 384 kHz
Maximum Bit Depth
32-bit
Supported Audio Formats
FLAC, WAV (LPCM), DSD (up to 256)
Digital Audio Outputs
1x Coaxial (RCA), 1x Optical (Toslink)
Analog Audio Output
1x Stereo RCA pair
Dimensions (WxDxH)
432 x 329 x 99mm
Net Weight
5 kg
Power Consumption
15W
Features
- All-new digital audio and streaming platform
- New linear toroidal power supply
- Intuitive user interface and companion app
- Supports high-resolution DSD and PCM
- Roon Ready certified integration
- Network streaming connectivity
- High-quality RCA analog output
- Crafted in Cambridge, UK
What customers say
The Arcam ST25 earns overwhelmingly positive feedback centered on its exceptional audio performance. Reviewers consistently laud the unit for a detailed, musical sound signature, noting significant gains in clarity and dynamic range, largely attributed to the Hyperstream DAC technology. This results in a wide soundstage appealing to serious audiophiles. Users also appreciate the robust, high-quality build matching Arcam's premium standard. The primary friction points involve the premium price, which invites scrutiny against established rivals, and minor stability concerns with the newer Radia control app. Despite these software growing pains, the consensus confirms the ST25 is a beautifully built component prioritizing superior sound quality for refined listening.
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