Arcam Radia SA45 Streaming Amplifier & KEF R3 Meta Bookshelf Speakers Hi-Fi Bundle, Indigo
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Key Features
- Arcam and KEF bookshelf hi-fi bundle
- SA45 delivers 180W Class G amplification
- R3 Meta uses 12th-gen Uni-Q with MAT
- HDMI eARC, phono, streaming, and Dirac Live
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Arcam Radia SA45 Streaming Amplifier & KEF R3 Meta Bookshelf Speakers Hi-Fi Bundle, Indigo Overview
The Arcam Radia SA45 Streaming Amplifier and KEF R3 Meta Bookshelf Speakers Hi-Fi Bundle is designed for listeners who want powerful streaming amplification with precise, room-friendly standmount speakers. The SA45 delivers 180W per channel of Class G power, with balanced analogue and digital audio paths, ESS Hyperstream iV DAC topology, HDMI eARC, MM and MC phono inputs, dual subwoofer outputs, and Dirac Live room correction.
The KEF R3 Meta speakers use a true 3-way bass reflex design with a 12th-generation Uni-Q driver array with MAT, a 5-inch aluminium midrange, 1-inch vented aluminium dome tweeter, and 6.5-inch hybrid aluminium bass driver. This gives the bundle a compact but capable speaker platform, with clean imaging, controlled bass, and a broad listening area for music, TV sound, and hi-res streaming.
Product Ref: 387593
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Power And Control For The R3 Meta
The SA45 gives the KEF R3 Meta speakers a powerful foundation, with 180W per channel Class G amplification providing the control needed for confident, detailed listening. This pairing gives you substantial stereo performance without requiring larger floorstanding speakers. The SA45 also brings streaming and source control into one system, including HDMI eARC, phono inputs and support for major streaming platforms. Whether you are listening to vinyl, playing hi-res music or improving your TV sound, the amplifier keeps the R3 Meta at the centre of a flexible everyday setup.
Precise Imaging In A Compact System
The KEF R3 Meta brings precise imaging and true three-way performance to the bundle while retaining the placement flexibility of a standmount speaker. KEF’s 12th-generation Uni-Q driver array with MAT helps distribute sound evenly, creating a wider listening area and helping vocals and instruments occupy distinct positions within the stereo image. A separate 6.5-inch bass driver handles lower frequencies independently, allowing the Uni-Q array to focus on the midrange and treble. Combined with the SA45’s controlled power, this creates a detailed, balanced system without requiring large floorstanding cabinets.
Room Tuning And Everyday Flexibility
Together, the SA45 and R3 Meta provide a flexible stereo system that can be adapted to different rooms, sources and listening habits. Dirac Live helps account for the effects of your room and speaker placement, making it easier to achieve balanced performance at your listening position. The R3 Meta reaches down to 38Hz, providing useful bass extension from a compact cabinet, while dual subwoofer outputs on the SA45 give you an upgrade path for deeper base. Streaming, television and vinyl can all be handled through the same streamlined system.
Package Includes
Arcam SA45 Amplifier Specifications
Power
| Continuous power output (0.5 THD), per channel | 2 channels driven, 20Hz—20kHz, 8Ω: 180W2 channels driven, 1kHz, 4Ω: 300WHarmonic distortion, 80 power, 8Ω at 1kHz: 0.002 |
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Analogue Inputs
| Number of inputs | 3 x RCA pairs1 x XLR pair |
|---|---|
| Phono Inputs | MM and MC |
| Frequency response | 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Signal/noise ratio (A-wtd, ref. 50W, 1V input) | 106dB |
Digital Inputs
| Supported Streaming media | FLACWAV (LPCM)AACALACAIFFDSD (up to 1024)MP3MP4OGGWMA |
|---|---|
| Supported Streaming Bit depth | 162432 |
| Supported Streaming sample rates (kHz) | Up to 768 kHz |
| Gapless Playback | Yes |
| Digital Audio Inputs | 1 x HDMI ARC2 x Coaxial (RCA)2 x Optical (Toslink) |
| Supported Digital input Bit depth | 1624 |
| Supported Digital input sample rates (kHz) | Up to 192 kHz |
| Frequency response (filter 1) | 20Hz—20kHz ± 0.2dB |
| Signal/noise ratio (A-wtd, ref. 50W, 0dBFS) | 110dB |
Wireless Specifications
| Bluetooth 5.2 Profile | A2DP Sink/SourceAVRCPBLEaptXaptX HDaptX AdaptiveAAC |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Transmitter Frequency and Power | 2,402 MHz to 2,480 MHz <13dBm |
| Wi-Fi Network | IEEE 8002.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz) |
| 2.4G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range and Power | 2400-2483.5 MHz (USA 11 Channels, Europe and Others 13 Channels) <20dBm |
| 5G Wi-Fi Transmitter Frequency Range and Power | 5150-5250 MHz <23dBm5250-5350 MHz & 5470-5725 MHz <20dBm5725-5850 MHz <14dBm |
General
| Mains voltage | 100V or 110–120V or 220–240V, 50–60Hz |
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| Power consumption (maximum) | 1500W |
| Power consumption (standby) | <0.5W |
| Dimensions W x D (including speaker terminals) x H (including feet) | 431 x 344 x 143 mm |
| Weight (net) | 17 kg |
| Weight (packed) | 20 kg |
| Product code | ARCASA45 |
KEF R£ Meta Speaker Specifications
Size and Weight
| Dimensions, including terminals (W x D x H) | 200 x 336 x 422 mm |
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| Packaged dimensions (W x D x H) | 591 x 460 x 571 mm |
| Gross weight | 12.4 kg |
| Net weight | 28.4 |
Audio Specifications
| Design | Three-way bass reflex |
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| Drive units | Uni-Q Driver Array:HF: 25 mm (1”) vented aluminium dome with MATMF: 125 mm (5 in.) aluminium coneBass Unit:LF: 165 mm (6.5 in.) hybrid aluminium cone |
| Crossover frequency | 420 Hz, 2.3 kHz |
| Frequency range (-6dB)Typical in-room bass response (-6dB) | 38 Hz - 50 kHz30 Hz |
| Frequency response (±3dB) | 58 Hz - 28kHz |
| Harmonic distortion (90dB, 1m) | <1 73 Hz and above<0.5 90 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Maximum output | 110 dB |
| Amplifier requirements | 15 - 180W |
| Nominal impedance | 4 Ω (min. 3.2 Ω) |
| Sensitivity (2.83V/1m) | 87 dB |
General
| Model | R3 Meta |
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| Finishes | Black GlossWhite GlossWalnutIndigo Gloss Special Edition |
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