One Box Hi-Fi Systems - Arcam
Most hi-fi systems we sell are "tailor made" from a separate amplifier, turntable, streamer and/or other music sources. However, these one-box systems combine amplifier and music sources in a single space-saving unit. Simply add your choice of bookshelf or floorstanding speakers and enjoy. See also our carefully curated hi-fi package deals.
We've included amplifiers in this section which include streaming functionality. We sell a larger range of integrated amplifiers, some of which also Bluetooth and/or onboard DACs so you can play music from your smartphone, computer, etc and digital sources, all of which can also serve as a one box hi-fi solution that just need speakers adding.
You can listen before you buy and we have a dedicated hi-fi showroom that you can visit. Alternatively you can take advantage of our 30 day money back guarantee. If you need further advice, please call or e-mail us and our team of audio experts will be happy to help
Arcam is an award-winning British hi-fi brand widely recognised as an industry leader. The highly reputable brand prides themselves on producing hi-fi and AV equipment which will last, both in terms of technology and build quality.
Operating since 1972 in Cambridge, Arcam products are designed with purity and simplicity in mind, which has resulted acclaim and loyalty from music lovers. Their products are built with a simplistic design philosophy in mind helping their products stand the test of time and surpass even the most progressive competitors. Whether it is their DAC units, AV receivers or the new miniblink, Arcam continually impress us with their innovation.
Arcam’s focus is to bring simplicity and quality together through their products, and to unite customers with their music through this philosophy. Their audio solutions enable enjoyment of uncompromising music from numerous sources whether you're working, travelling or playing. Their commitment to engineering products that deliver a level of audio performance so convincing and lifelike it engulfs you in the emotion of the music and movies. They expanded into home cinema developing DVD and Blu-ray players engineered from decades of experience in CD players to ensure better delivery of all-round performance than other brands.
Their FMJ home cinema and stereo range is perfect for audiophiles seeking flagship acoustic performance, rSeries is the ideal bridge between the newest audio formats and your hi-fi or home cinema set up while the design of the HDA series exploits all of Arcam’s previous experience. Solo redefines the look and sound of compact Hi-Fi & Movie systems bringing Arcam's signature audio into 'non Hi-Fi' homes. From their budget products, DAC’s, mini blink and rblink Bluetooth receivers, right up to their high-end amplifiers, and AV equipment, Arcam products are built with perfection in mind, both in terms of their build quality and audio quality.
Hi-fi and home AV systems are forever evolving and Arcam keeps up to speed with the latest developments. The brand is confident they can engineer systems for the absolute best reproduction from whatever format is available. Arcam is delivering countless more ways to adopt to the fast-changing entertainment world and producing new products to make the most of whatever the future brings.
All Arcam models are available to listen to in our showroom. Please call or e-mail us to arrange.
These one-box hi-fi systems combine several features in one unit, which typically includes a reasonably powerful amplifier and range of audio sources in one box. The benefit of this design means that all you need to start enjoying your music from such a system is a connection to the mains power supply as well as a pair of speakers connected with speaker cable. Most of these Hi-Fi systems will feature a CD player, allowing you to enjoy your favourite compact discs. Other functions typically offered include FM and/or DAB digital radio. Most of these systems offer an internal headphone amplifier, which lets you listen to your music using headphones rather than the speakers, which is ideal for late night listening sessions or if you don’t want to disturb anyone.
Some systems include Bluetooth functionality, enabling you to wirelessly send music or content from any Bluetooth-enabled device to your Hi-Fi System. Most systems will also offer a range of inputs allowing for the connection of multimedia devices such as smartphones, laptops and portable audio devices. These inputs are typically line-in 3.5mm minijack connections, although some systems allow for a USB input, which also offers the advantage of being able to charge your device while offering playback at the same time. Hi-Fi Systems offer a range of inputs to connect external devices, allowing you to use your system to listen to these sources. This allows you to connect a range of products such as DVD players, games consoles, Blu Ray players etc. to your system and enjoy high quality audio.
One advantage to purchasing a Hi-Fi System is that it allows you to use whatever speakers you like. Not only does this allow you to use any existing equipment or speakers you may have, but it also permits you to upgrade your system in the future or build the ideal setup by matching quality speakers with the receiver unit. Traditionally hi-fi systems would include speakers, either hard-wired into the main receiver or using a bespoke connection option preventing the use of your own speakers or existing equipment. Some of the systems we sell do include speakers, typically designed to match your system in sound. These can be replaced in the future if required.
The freedom of matching your system to most speakers, means that you can build the ideal system. If you are looking to build a particularly compact system, then your Hi-Fi System Receiver can be matched with some satellite speakers or particularly compact ones. Or if you require a system to match existing equipment or furniture, then you can purchase speakers of the same finish.
