Arcam AVR200 Receiver - Positive Feedback
From Issue 6:
I feel confident recommending the AVR200 to entry-level audiophiles and higher-end audiophiles needing a reasonably priced surround system. Sure, you can buy bigger and better components, but they cost more and are fundamentally different products. The Arcam AVR200 is a one-stop product that performs as well as many separate ones at a higher price. As a two-channel component, the Arcam will be well matched with speakers at around its own price, providing an engaging, smooth presentation. In a world of ever-expanding prices and features, it is nice to see Arcam produce high-quality sound at an easily affordable price.
Arcam AVR200 Receiver - Home Theater Sound
From the October 2002 issue:
There are less-expensive receivers with more features than the AVR200 and there are better, more expensive ones to be sure, but for me, the AVR200 is the ideal compromise among price, performance, and features.
Arcam AVR200 Receiver - What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision
From the May 2002 issue:
This receiver joins the small and elite band of multichannel boxes that can actually play a tune: it has strong rhythmic ability, midrange focus and timing, all attributes normally off a receiver's radar.
Arcam AVR200 Receiver - Hi-Fi Choice
From the April 2002 issue:
Here's a receiver that balances hi-fi and home cinema tastes well without compromising either. Even DVD-A and SACD sound good through the 5.1 input. Such balance is rare in integrated surround sound receivers.