Arcam FMJ A19
An entry-level integrated amplifier from Arcam's FMJ range, with Class G amplification and a discrete phono stage.
Overview
The Arcam FMJ A19 is an integrated amplifier and the entry-level model in Arcam's FMJ range. It has a discrete moving magnet phono stage, multiple line inputs, and a headphone output on a 3.5mm jack. What Hi-Fi? gave it a 5-star review and praised its clarity, detail retrieval, and balanced sound.
Specifications
| Power output | 50W per channel into 8 ohms |
| Power output | 90W per channel into 4 ohms |
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 20kHz ±0.2dB |
| THD | <0.002% at 1kHz, 50W into 8 ohms |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | >100dB (A-weighted) |
| Inputs | 5 line-level inputs (including one tape loop), 1 moving magnet phono input |
| Outputs | 1 tape output, 1 preamp output, 1 headphone output |
| Headphone output | 3.5mm jack |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 433 x 87 x 305mm |
| Weight | 8.6kg |
Design
The output stage is Class G, and a toroidal transformer helps with efficiency and noise. The signal path uses polypropylene capacitors. The phono stage is discrete, low-noise and moving magnet, and the volume control is metal-encased. The chassis is rigid and resonance-controlled, which gives it a solid feel and clean sound.
Context
As the entry-level FMJ, the A19 was built to give high-fidelity sound with a dedicated phono input and low-distortion amplification. What Hi-Fi? gave it 5 stars and highlighted its musicality, composure, and strong build quality. Its verdict was "a solidly built, fine-sounding amplifier that's easy to recommend."
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