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Arcam Announces the DiVA AVP700 AV Pre-Amp Processor and DiVA P1000 Power Amp (20/7/2005)

built for performance cinema & music - fully specified for custom install

ARCAM DiVA AVP700 - AV Pre-Amp Processor £1400.00
ARCAM DiVA P1000 - 7 channel Power Amp £1600.00

- 2-way HDMI switching - HDTV compatible component / RGB switching - composite and S-video up conversion to component or RGB - balanced audio outputs - 2nd zone output with audio and video - 2-way RS232 control port - RDS FM tuner on board - audiophile sound quality for movies and music - Black or Silver available

Having established itself as a leader in £2500 plus, high-end AV products with the FMJ AV series, Arcam then successfully attacked the premium receiver market with the £1300 AVR300 and £1000 AVR250. These models introduced in 2004 have won many awards and accolades. To build on this success Arcam's designers were briefed to bridge the gap between the two ranges and push the performance envelope even further.

It came as no surprise that, as in high-end stereo systems, the sonic improvements from separating the pre-amp processor and power amplifier into separate units yielded big gains in clarity, neutrality and dynamics. In addition, a well-designed processor / power amplifier combination offers improvements in electromagnetic performance and current delivery, allowing an even more dynamic, realistic and enveloping sound.

The AVP700 builds on Arcam's impressive history and together with its natural partner the new P1000 power amp, makes a truly spectacular multichannel sound system. Drawing heavily on the design work of the renowned FMJ AV8 processor, the AVP700 offers the intensive feature set demanded by AV enthusiasts and custom installers alike, combined with stunning audiophile sound quality.

Video format up-conversion, HDMI digital video switching and full duplex RS232 allow the AVP700 to integrate into the most complex installations. World-class audio processing within the AVP700 delivers a sound quality that will enthral the most discerning listeners regardless of the source material. The P1000 delivers cinematic muscle with a remarkable degree of musical finesse.

The two components form a £3000 system that fits naturally into the Arcam range and one that will outperform similarly priced competition, especially expensive one-box receivers.

www.arcam.co.uk