Marantz - AV 20 13.4-Ch Pre Amplifier - Black
About this product
AV 20 represents the highest measure of performance and capability for reference-level home theater systems. This reference 13.4 Channel Balanced AV Preamplifier features Marantz HDAM discrete circuitry, and boasts seven HDMI inputs, each of which is 8K UHD compatible. HEOS Built-in is included plus room correction with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and optional Dirac technologies, including Dirac Live Room Correction, Bass Control, and Active Room Treatment. It delivers Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, AURO-3D, and features multiple inputs
Features
Reference-Quality Performance
AV 20 is engineered to create the most memorable home theater experiences possible. Powerful Analog Devices 32-bit processing decodes the latest surround formats with the lowest possible distortion. Enjoy dynamic and precise sound thanks to nine state-of-the-art 32-bit high precision 2 channel DACs with dedicated jitter reduction. The discrete HDAM-SA3 preamplifier stage feeds 13.4 channels of output to provide the best possible signal to a partnering amplifier.
Sound Master Tuned
Our Marantz Sound Master meticulously tuned AV 20 for amazing performance with careful parts selection to create outstanding sound in your home. Making sound the Marantz way is a seamless fusion of art and science, practiced by creators who balance and select components individually for their sonic qualities – they are the Sound Masters.
System Matching
Make sure you get the best possible performance from your AV 20 by combining it with other Marantz products. Pairing the AV 20 with the Marantz AMP 20 power amplifier gives you 12 channels of amplification and a complete Sound Master Tuned experience.
Timeless Style
Excellence is heard and seen. Timelessly elegant, AV 20 is meticulously crafted with authentic materials in a modern style befitting its rich heritage and stunning performance. AV 20 is constructed using steel and aluminum casework and knobs while the subtle texture molded into the front panel is lit by the dimmable soft glow of sidelights on either side of the control surface, which features the iconic porthole design.
Endlessly Customizable
Comprehensive connectivity options and extensive optimization ability ensures AV 20 will always deliver the best results to suit your home theater. All 13.4 channels are configurable plus included Audyssey MultEQ XT32, so even challenging acoustic spaces can become ideal listening environments. Optional Dirac Live Room Correction, complete with available Bass Control and Active Room Treatment upgrades, allows for fully optimized sound.
Effortless Control
While AV 20 may be comprehensively featured, everyday use and setup is not complicated. An included quick-start guide and extensive on-screen setup make configuration easy. The metal backlit remote control provides access to the most often used features while advanced HDMI connectivity allows you to use a TV remote for power and volume. The AV 20 also responds to voice commands from Siri.
Complete Compatibility
Seven HDMI inputs, plus digital, analog and phono inputs ensure connectivity to virtually any other components you may have. All HDMI inputs are 8K compatible, allowing any source to be sent at 8K or upscaled to the same resolution. Balanced RCA outputs, including provision for four individual subwoofers, are complemented by Zone Two and Zone Three preouts and two additional HDMI outputs, supporting extensive multi-room functionality.
HEOS Built-in Multi-Room Streaming
HEOS Built-in technology means you can enjoy your favorite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience. Play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room. Enjoy music from Spotify, Amazon Music HD, TuneIn, SoundCloud, TIDAL, Deezer or your local music file libraries. With additional HEOS components, like HEOS-capable speakers, play all your music in one room or many.
Specifications
- Number of Channels13.2Number of Audio Zone Source Outputs2Surround Sound SupportedDTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS:X Ultra, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround, Auro 3D, Audyssey MultEQ XT, Audyssey Dynamic VolumeAudio Only InputsBalanced XLR, Unbalanced RCA, 2 x Coaxial digital audio, 2 x Optical digital audio, 1 x PhonoAudio/Video Inputs7 x HDMINetwork Connector(s)1 x RS-232, 1 x IR in, 1 x LAN
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