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ARCAM Celebrates 50 Years with A50 Signature Amplifier and CD25 Player

Marco Lisi by Marco Lisi
June 4, 2026
in News, Amplifiers
Reading Time: 3 mins read
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ARCAM is marking its golden anniversary in style with the global debut of two new Radia Series components at HIGH END Vienna 2026: the A50 Signature integrated amplifier and the CD25 CD player. Both products will be available from authorised dealers starting in Q3 2026.

  • A50 Signature: The Most Advanced ARCAM Amplifier Ever
  • CD25: Premium CD Playback for the Radia Series
  • A New Chapter for ARCAM’s Radia Platform
  • Pricing and Availability

A50 Signature: The Most Advanced ARCAM Amplifier Ever

The ARCAM Radia A50 Signature represents the pinnacle of the brand’s renowned Class G amplification platform and serves as a fitting flagship for ARCAM’s 50th anniversary. Developed in close collaboration with company co-founder John Dawson, the A50 Signature embodies five decades of amplifier expertise while embracing modern listening habits.

Key highlights include:

  • Fully dual mono Class G architecture with separate PCBs, output stages, power supplies, and transformer windings for maximum channel separation.
  • 2 × 150W power output (into 8Ω) with substantial headroom and control.
  • ESS ES9039Q2M DAC in fully differential configuration.
  • Comprehensive connectivity: HDMI eARC/ARC, USB-C, optical & coaxial digital inputs, balanced XLR, multiple RCA inputs, and a high-quality MM/MC phono stage.
  • Two-way Bluetooth with Snapdragon Sound and Auracast support.

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The amplifier features a centrally located power supply and meticulously separated signal paths, reflecting ARCAM’s obsessive attention to detail in minimising crosstalk and noise.

CD25: Premium CD Playback for the Radia Series

The new ARCAM Radia CD25 is a dedicated reference CD player designed to complement the Radia amplifier range. It marks ARCAM’s return to serious disc playback with several significant advancements:

  • Dual mono DAC architecture using the latest ESS Hyperstream 4 technology.
  • Linear toroidal power supply for stable, low-noise operation.
  • Vibration-damped mechanical structure for accurate disc reading.
  • Balanced XLR and RCA analogue outputs.

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The CD25 supports CD, CD-R, and CD-RW playback and follows the sleek, modern design language of the Radia Series with its glass front panel and OLED display.

A New Chapter for ARCAM’s Radia Platform

Both the A50 Signature and CD25 form part of the fourth phase of ARCAM’s Radia Series, emphasising system synergy, refined performance, and timeless British engineering. These new models combine the brand’s Cambridge heritage with the additional resources and expertise of HARMAN Luxury Audio.

Pricing and Availability

  • ARCAM Radia A50 Signature: $2,999.95 USD / €2,799 / £2,499
  • ARCAM Radia CD25: $1,799.95 USD / €1,599 / £1,499

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Both products are making their world debut at HIGH END Vienna 2026 and will be available from authorised ARCAM dealers worldwide from Q3 2026.

With these two new components, ARCAM reaffirms its commitment to delivering exceptional musical performance and builds on a proud 50-year legacy of British audio excellence.

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Marco Lisi is the publisher of Best of High End, part of AV Concepts BV. His path into audio started early: as a teenager he was drawn into the world of free radio, presenting shows and living immersed in music every day. In his early twenties he ran his own production studio for five years, creating jingles and commercials — hands-on training in sound design, pro-audio workflows, and critical listening through studio monitors that still shapes how he evaluates gear today. He also spent years DJing in clubs before moving into publishing, first at two earlier online magazines before founding Best of High End. His hi-fi and home cinema passion was inherited from his father, an inveterate system-swapper. Marco's first setup — a confirmation gift — paired AKAI separates with entry-level Bowers & Wilkins speakers, a brand he stayed loyal to for years as his system grew from stereo into full surround and home cinema. Like many enthusiasts, he went through an extended "audiophile" phase chasing the next upgrade, before settling into a more grounded view: gear as a means to enjoy music and film, not an end in itself. Years of critical listening have given him a well-trained ear — the ability to characterize a system or pinpoint a change in the chain quickly and accurately. Just as important, his teaching background (a Belgian "regent" degree in Dutch language) gives him the tools to translate those listening impressions into clear, readable writing.

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