ARC Genesis
ARC Genesis: A free desktop calibrator with deep controls for compatible Anthem, Paradigm and MartinLogan systems. Ranked #15 of 30 in Room Correction Software by our editors (7.1/10); pricing: Free plan; best for anthem, Paradigm or MartinLogan system owners.
At a glance
- Editor score7.1 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forAnthem, Paradigm or MartinLogan system owners
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Automatic room EQYes
- Facts checked21 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Free Mac and Windows download with full-featured demo mode
- Automatic correction uploads, target curves and professional controls
- Profiles, bass management and immersive configurations up to 19 channels
Where it doesn't
- Full workflows require compatible ARC/PBK hardware and a calibrated microphone
- Integrations are limited to Anthem, Paradigm and MartinLogan equipment
- Desktop software with documentation as the listed support channel
Our verdict on ARC Genesis
ARC Genesis is Anthem’s room-correction application for ARC- or PBK-enabled Anthem, Paradigm and MartinLogan equipment. It measures room acoustics with an ARC/PBK calibrated microphone, calculates correction curves and uploads settings to compatible receivers, processors or speakers. Auto and Professional operating modes support different levels of control, while bass-management configuration, amplifier-channel assignment and individual-speaker remeasurement address home-theater calibration needs. The software is intended for owners of compatible systems who want measurement-based correction on a Mac or Windows computer.
The ARC Genesis plan is free and includes Mac and Windows downloads plus a full-featured demo mode. The download itself does not provide a complete measurement-and-upload workflow: compatible ARC/PBK hardware and a calibrated microphone are required for full operation. Integrations cover Anthem ARC/PBK-enabled receivers and processors, Paradigm ARC/PBK-enabled speakers, and MartinLogan ARC/PBK-enabled speakers. Buyers with equipment outside that ecosystem should verify compatibility before choosing it.
Its strongest depth is calibration control. ARC Genesis supports customizable target curves, room gain, bass boost and tilt, along with multiple measurement sets, system profiles, Quick Measure and curve snapshots. The published configuration range extends from stereo through 9.4.6-channel home theater, equivalent to 19 channels, and correction supports immersive setups. Choose ARC Genesis when your system uses supported hardware and you want adjustable correction profiles; consider another room-correction application when broader hardware integration or a non-desktop workflow matters more.
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ARC Genesis fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Room measurement tools | Yes |
| Automatic room EQ | Yes |
| Convolution correction | Not verified |
| Hardware calibration | Yes |
| Maximum channels | 19 channels |
| Supported operating systems | Cross_platform |
| Correction scope | Immersive |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: Anthem ARC/PBK-enabled receivers and processors, Paradigm ARC/PBK-enabled speakers, MartinLogan ARC/PBK-enabled speakers |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | arc.anthemav.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Oct 2026 |
ARC Genesis integrations
ARC Genesis lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- Anthem ARC/PBK-enabled receivers and processors
- Paradigm ARC/PBK-enabled speakers
- MartinLogan ARC/PBK-enabled speakers
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