Posted Fri Oct 7, 2016 at 12:15 PM PDT by Steven Cohen
Two new AV products have been revealed.
Marantz has announced the launch of its latest home audio gear. The SR7011 AV Receiver & AV7703 AV Processor offer support for the latest video and audio formats along with HEOS multi-room technology.
The SR7011 is a 9.2 channel receiver with 125W per channel and 11.2-channel processing pre-outs. In addition, the device includes integrated support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, along with a payable software upgrade to enable Auro-3D planned for the near future. 4K Ultra HD pass-through capabilities with HDR are also provided. Meanwhile, the AV7703 AV Processor offers all the processing and format capability of the SR7011 (but no power amplifier section), providing 11.2-channel preouts on both RCA sockets and balanced XLRs. Likewise, both models include HEOS multi-room audio support.
Here's a full rundown of features and specs per the press release:
SR7011 9.2ch Network AV Receiver ($2,199)
· 9ch discrete power amplifier, 125W per channel
o Enough power to fill big rooms with renowned Marantz sound
· Dolby Atmos and DTS:X (up to 7.1.4 with an external 2ch amplifier), Auro-3D upgradeable
o Immersive 3D sound with effects from overhead
· High performance 192kHz/32bit D/A converters for all channels
o Highest resolution for music and movie sound
· Audyssey MultEQ XT32, LFC, SubEQ HT, Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ
o Delivering the ultimate equalization for your individual room
· Built-in Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz/5GHz dual band support; built-in Bluetooth
o Improved network stability especially in Wi-Fi-crowded homes
· HEOS Wireless Music Streaming Technology with HEOS App
o Comfortable control options and almost unlimited music sources, including Pandora, Sirius XM, Amazon Music, Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, and Internet radio
· AirPlay, Bluetooth, Internet Radio, Network Audio Streaming
o Access to almost unlimited online music sources
· DSD (2.8/5.6MHz), FLAC, ALAC and WAV support
o High Resolution audio streaming for HiFi enthusiasts
· 8 HDMI inputs (incl. 1 front) with full HDCP 2.2 support; 3 HDMI outputs (zone)
o Plenty of inputs for your digital devices; different video in different rooms
· 4K/60 Hz full-rate pass-through, 4:4:4 color resolution, HDR and BT.2020
o Latest HDMI standard for future-proof compatibility
· Analog to HDMI conversion and full SD/HD to 4K Upscaling for legacy video sources
o Full HD and even Ultra HD video quality from existing DVDs or analog sources
· ISF video calibration
o Ready for professional calibration of home cinema TVs or projectors
· Advanced Multi-Room options; 11.2ch pre-out with 11.2ch processing; RS232 Control
o Audio and video in multiple rooms; ready for 3rd Party Home Automation systems
· Color-coded speaker terminals, Setup Assistant, Advanced GUI
o Hassle-free installation, setup and operation
· Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App
o Unprecedented level of command and control
· Intelligent ECO mode with off/on/auto setting
o Energy-conscious without compromising on performance
AV7703 Multi-channel Network AV Pre-amplifier ($2,199)
· Same features as SR7011, but no power amplifier section; 11.2ch XLR pre-out, 11.2ch RCA pre-out
o Flexible pre-amplifier stages for the advanced home cinema enthusiast
· High quality dedicated pre-amplifier board with HDAM
o High resolution audio reproduction
· Power supply for pre-amplifier stage with audiophile-grade ELNA capacitors
o Separate power supplies for constant stable current
· Extended shielding of sensitive circuits
o To minimize interference for pure audio
The Marantz SR7011 AV Receiver & AV7703 AV Processor will start shipping this month.
Source: Marantz
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