Russound AVA3.1 3.1-Channel Mini-AVR
- 3.1-channel output, matches an existing soundbar or speaker set
- 50 watts per channel at 4 ohms, Class-D amplifier
- 4 HDMI ports including HDMI ARC with CEC control
- Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 for phone or tablet streaming
- 1.6 x 5.7 x 7.9 inch low-profile size, mounts behind or near the TV
- 2-year warranty, includes a learning remote and IR sensor
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact amplifier for adding real speakers to a TV that already works through ARC, not a full multi-room home theater receiver.
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ASIN: B0FHRQSKY1Model: 2800-853975Category: AV Receivers
Overview
This is not a full-size home theater receiver but a low-profile amplifier meant to hide behind or near a TV. It adds a small speaker and subwoofer output to a screen that already handles switching through its own inputs, controlled with the same remote as the TV.
Adding real speakers to a TV without replacing the whole entertainment stack is what this amplifier targets, since it works through the TV's own HDMI ARC and remote. It covers a basic speaker layout rather than a full multi-channel system, so a household wanting more inputs or a larger setup needs a bigger receiver.
Who it's for
A homeowner replacing tinny TV speakers with a compact speaker setup, and keeping the TV remote as the only remote in view, is the fit here since the unit tucks out of sight. Someone building a larger multi-channel system with several source devices needs a full-size AV receiver instead.
Pros and cons
- Compact enough to hide behind the TV
- Works through the TV's own HDMI ARC remote
- Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless phone audio
- Screw-down speaker terminals accept thick 14 AWG wire
- Only 3.1 channels, no room for more speakers
- Bluetooth range can drop behind a TV or cabinet
- No listed Wi-Fi or app-based streaming
Performance notes
Output runs through a Class-D amplifier stage, which keeps the enclosure compact while still driving multiple channels. Switching and volume follow the TV's own remote through HDMI ARC and CEC, so the amplifier does not need a separate control system. Bluetooth streaming quality depends on line of sight and distance from the mounting spot, since the receiver is often installed out of view.
Specifications
| Brand | Russound |
|---|---|
| Model | 2800-853975 |
| Power | 50 wattslower than 95% of 40 av receivers |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| Hdmi Ports | 4 |
| Brand Tech | Russound |
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Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Russound AVA3.1?
A learning remote with 2 AA batteries, a 6-foot power cord, a 3-foot HDMI cable, mounting hardware, an external IR sensor with a 3-foot cable, and the owner's manual.
Can the AVA3.1 replace my AV receiver?
No, it is a 3.1-channel amplifier for adding speakers to a TV, not a full surround receiver with multiple source inputs.
Does the AVA3.1 work with my existing TV remote?
Yes, its HDMI ARC connection with CEC lets it respond to the same remote already used for the TV.
Where can the AVA3.1 be mounted?
Its low-profile size fits behind a TV, on a wall or shelf, or on a desktop or credenza near the screen.