Arcam SOLO MINI

Quality internal amplification, fast and quiet CD player

Expensive

For an all-in-one music, radio and digital audio receiver, the Solo Mini functions admirably. In all modes it is easy to navigate and control music, and sound quality is fantastic whatever the volume level.

Outrageously good sound from both the source comonents and the amlifier ; An imlausibly small and nicely turned-out box, which is friendly to use

Doesn’t turn into a beef sandwich at midnight ; Joking aart, at this rice, we’d be churlish to criticise, so no significant comlaints

Price ; Terrific performance ; As good as most separates for the same price ; Compact design

If there's something not to like, we can't find it

If you thought it was explicitly essential to use separates for creating a hi-fi experience, give the Solo Mini a spin before voicing those opinions to people who know better. It'll save you the embarrassment of standing corrected

The Solo Mini may look expensive on paper, but the features on offer and the quality it demonstrates are, in fact, well beyond its humble price tag. £770 for such a high-quality amp, CD player and one of the best iPod dock systems around is an absolute...

Classier than the micro system mob, and well worth the Arcam premium

Very smart looks; small size; accomplished performance

Not the very last word in detail and insight

Quality internal amplification, fast and quiet CD player

Expensive

For an all-in-one music, radio and digital audio receiver, the Solo Mini functions admirably. In all modes it is easy to navigate and control music, and sound quality is fantastic whatever the volume level.

My expectations for the Solo Mini weren't high. Experience has taught me not to expect that much from a small, single box trying to do everything. Sure, a mini-system like the Denon DM33 can offer a surprising performance compared to many other minis....

Sound

Integration with rDock is very primitive

Looks ; Size ; Sound ; Ease of operation

Lower power output than bigger standard Solo ; Not available in black