Power and processing:
9-channel amplifier
125 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.05% THD, with 2 channels driven
Marantz's Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM) offer exquisite detail and dynamic range while reducing noise
Dolby®, DTS®, and Auro-3D® surround sound decoding
Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theater sound
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X create three-dimensional effects without height speakers
IMAX® Enhanced reproduces the full dynamic range of specially encoded IMAX soundtracks from compatible sources
Audyssey speaker calibration and system optimization includes:
MultEQ XT32 auto setup and room calibration delivers balanced, dynamic sound with enhanced surround performance
Dynamic Volume anticipates loud sounds to keep volume levels even
Dynamic EQ improves dialogue, bass response, and surround channel levels at lower volumes
Sub EQ HT provides individual calibration for four subwoofers, for even bass response throughout the room
Low Frequency Containment reduces the amount of bass that bleeds into other rooms
Audyssey MultEQ Editor app for further audio customization (paid app; not included)
future compatibility with optional Dirac Live® advanced speaker calibration system (coming soon in 2023; requires purchase of software license)
requires installation of Dirac Live software on a Mac or PC prior to calibration
Digital and streaming music options:
built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services
HEOS Built-in technology wirelessly connects compatible HEOS components for whole home audio
includes support for Pandora®, TIDAL, SiriusXM, and Spotify® (subscription required for some services)
free HEOS app offers easy Wi-Fi control, settings adjustments, and music selection and playback
works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controllers
Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music®
supports multi-room audio with compatible wireless speakers
built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers
Bluetooth transmission for sending audio from the receiver to Bluetooth-enabled headphones
play audio through Bluetooth headphones only, or through Bluetooth headphones and connected speakers simultaneously
plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution; DSD up to 5.6 MHz)
works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware
Multi-room audio/video:
three-room/three-source output
powered stereo outputs for second and third rooms allow playback in three rooms at once
All Zone Stereo mode ensures that all zones stay in sync when playing the same source
All Zone TV Audio lets you play surround sound in your main room and downmixed stereo in your 2nd room
HDMI dual-zone switching for watching video content from different sources in two zones simultaneously
Zone 2/3 compatible audio sources: HDMI audio, optical/coaxial digital inputs, analog audio inputs, AM/FM tuner, USB, Bluetooth, and HEOS music apps
cannot select different USB/Bluetooth/network sources for each zone
HDMI features:
HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 3 out
all inputs and 2 outputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video
all inputs and outputs support 4K/60Hz video
HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content
supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, HLG, and Dynamic HDR
upscales 1080p video signals to Ultra HD (up to 8K)
analog video source conversion to HDMI output
gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) reduce or eliminate lag and frame tearing
supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV
Other connections:
2 composite video inputs
1 component video input
digital audio inputs: 2 Toslink optical, 2 coaxial
5 analog stereo audio line-level inputs
2 analog stereo audio outputs (variable) for Zones 2 and 3
MM (moving magnet) phono input for connecting a turntable
11.4-channel preamp outputs
four discrete line-level subwoofer outputs for more precise multi-subwoofer setups
front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives
Ethernet port for network connection
outputs for 11 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height1 L/R, Height2 L/R)
receiver can power a maximum of 9 channels at once
RS-232C and IR (infrared) remote connections for use with optional third-party controllers
three 12-volt trigger outputs
full-sized headphone jack
removable power cord
Dimensions and other info:
free Marantz AVR Remote app lets you use your Apple® or Android™ device as a Wi-Fi remote
Marantz Setup Assistant guides you through the initial connection process and settings
AM/FM tuner
remote control
