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Marantz - AV 20 13.4-Ch Pre Amplifier - Black

Model: AV20
SKU: 6632743
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  • Key Specs
    • Number of Channels: 13.2 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
    • Number of Audio Zone Source Outputs: 2 (Multiple source outputs from the receiver mean different speakers are able to receive different sound sources from the receiver or preamp/processor. For every output, a different sound source can be accessed simultaneously in different zones. For example, two source outputs could be a streaming media player in one room and a Blu-ray player in another.)
    • Surround Sound Supported: DTS-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 Volume (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
    • Audio Only Inputs: Balanced XLR, Unbalanced RCA, 2 x Coaxial digital audio, 2 x Optical digital audio, 1 x Phono
    • Audio/Video Inputs: 7 x HDMI (The number and type of HDMI inputs the product has.)
    • Network Connector(s): 1 x RS-232, 1 x IR in, 1 x LAN
    • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
  • General
    • Brand: Marantz
    • Model Number: AV20
    • Product Name: AV 20 13.4-Ch Pre Amplifier
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • Number of Channels: 13.2 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
    • High Resolution Audio: true (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
    • Number of Audio Zone Source Outputs: 2 (Multiple source outputs from the receiver mean different speakers are able to receive different sound sources from the receiver or preamp/processor. For every output, a different sound source can be accessed simultaneously in different zones. For example, two source outputs could be a streaming media player in one room and a Blu-ray player in another.)
    • Surround Sound Supported: DTS-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 Volume (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
  • Inputs
    • Audio Only Inputs: Balanced XLR, Unbalanced RCA, 2 x Coaxial digital audio, 2 x Optical digital audio, 1 x Phono
    • Video Only Inputs: No video only inputs (The number and type of video signal only inputs the product has.)
    • Audio/Video Inputs: 7 x HDMI (The number and type of HDMI inputs the product has.)
    • Network Connector(s): 1 x RS-232, 1 x IR in, 1 x LAN
    • Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 7
    • Number of USB Inputs: 1
    • Front Facing Inputs: USB
  • Outputs
    • Video Only Outputs: No video only outputs, No video only outputs, No video only outputs (The number and type of video signal only outputs the product has.)
    • Audio/Video Outputs: 3 x HDMI 2.2 (The number and type of HDMI outputs the product has.)
    • Number of Subwoofer Pre Outs: 4
    • Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 3
  • Features
    • App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Built-in Digital-to-Analog converter (DAC): true (Commonly used in music players, digital-to-analog converters (DAC), allowing digital data streams to be converted to analog audio signals.)
    • Remote Control Included: true
    • Effect Type(s): EQ, Delay, None, None, None
  • Connectivity
    • Wireless Multi-Room Audio: true (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
    • Wireless Multi-Room Technology: Apple AirPlay 2, Denon Heos (Proprietary technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
    • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • IP Control: true (Allows electronic devices to be controlled over a home network via a web-based interface. Typically refers to devices not traditionally controlled in this manner, such as A/V receivers.)
  • Display
    • On-Screen Display: true
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 7.44 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 17.4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 17.17 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 33 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 5 years
    • Warranty - Labor: 5 years
  • Other
    • UPC: 747192143848

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

  • 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.
  • 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.
Whats Included
  • Main Unit
  • Remote Control
  • Batteries
  • AM/FM Antennas
  • Wire Labels
  • Main Unit
  • Remote Control
  • Batteries
  • AM/FM Antennas
  • Wire Labels

Q: Does a pre amp and amplifier work together to replace a receiver? I have 11 b&w speakers snd 2 sub Only use for dish satellite , dvd , tv and nothing else Want to replace a marantz sr7012

A: Hello Moe. Yes - a pre amp (such as the AV 20) and a power amp (AMP 20 for example) work to gether to place a receiver. This type of upgrade over the SR7012 offers not only newer technologies with features and compatibility, but also increased speaker driving prowess and more refinement with AV signal processing, room correction and signal delivery.

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