Highlights:

Power and Processing:

• 9-channel amplifier
• 125 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD, with 2 channels driven
• Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding
  • Dolby Atmos processing for use with in-ceiling or “height” speakers for more enveloping surround sound; compatible with 7-, 9-, or 11-channel setups (11 channels requires an external stereo power amp)
  • next-generation DTS:X surround sound available via firmware update
• Auro-3D® ready decoder for creating three-dimensional soundfields with Auro-3D soundtrack mixes and a 10.1-channel speaker configuration (requires $199 firmware upgrade for activation; see more information)
• video upconversion (up to 4K) for analog and HDMI sources
• Audyssey “Platinum” speaker calibration and system optimization includes:
  • MultEQ® XT32 advanced auto setup and room calibration uses high-resolution digital processing filters to deliver balanced, dynamic sound to as many as 8 listening positions (expandable to 32 with a professional installer)
  • DSX® (Dynamic Surround Expansion) optimizes “front height” or “front width” speakers to create a larger soundstage with more engaging surround effects
  • Audyssey Dynamic Volume mode to keep listening levels steady
  • Audyssey Dynamic EQ for fuller sound at lower listening levels
  • Sub EQ HT provides individual calibration for dual subwoofers, for even bass response throughout the room
  • Low Frequency Containment reduces the amount of bass that bleeds into other rooms

Digital Music Options:

• built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free Internet radio, and music services
  • includes support for Pandora, SiriusXM, and free Internet radio streams with vTuner (subscription required for some services)
  • Spotify Connect lets you play Spotify’s streaming music library through the receiver via your smartphone or tablet (requires Spotify app and a premium subscription)
• Apple AirPlay for streaming music from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or computer running iTunes®
• built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers
• front-panel USB input for connecting an iPod®, iPhone or thumb drive
  • direct digital connection for iPod or iPhone bypasses the device’s digital-to-analog converter for better sound
• plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution; DSD up to 2.8 MHz .dsf files)
• DLNA certified for streaming music with compatible devices and computers
• M-DAX2 (Marantz Dynamic Audio eXpander) for better sound from MP3s and other digital music files

Multi-room Audio/Video:

• three-room/three-source output
• play music from three different sources in up to three rooms simultaneously
• amp assign feature lets you reassign extra surround channels to second and third zones
• line-level outputs for Zones 2 and 3 for use with additional receiver, amplifier, or powered speakers
• 2 independent HDMI outputs for watching video content from different sources in two rooms simultaneously
• supports 2nd/3rd zone playback of digital sources (audio from HDMI sources is limited to Zones 1 and 2)
• component and composite video outputs can be assigned to Zone 2

Audio Performance Features:

• Marantz’s Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module (HDAM) offers improved dynamic range and detail while reducing noise
• current feedback circuit for accurate, natural sound at all volume levels
• Pure Direct mode turns off unused circuitry for cleaner audio signals
• bi-amp capability with compatible front speakers by reassigning “surround back” or “height” channels

Connections:

• HDMI 2.0a audio/video switching: 8 in (includes 1 front-panel input), 3 out
  • HDCP 2.2 technology ensures compatibility with 4K Ultra HD sources and TVs (all HDMI inputs and outputs)
  • HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible 4K TVs and HDR-encoded content
• component video switching: 3 in, 1 out
• composite video switching: 4 in, 2 out (includes front-panel input)
• digital audio inputs: 2 optical and 2 coaxial
• 6 analog stereo audio inputs (including front-panel input)
• phono input for connecting a turntable
• 7.1-channel preamp inputs
• 13.2-channel preamp outputs include outputs for 2 powered subwoofers
• front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB memory devices and an iPod or iPhone
• outputs for 11 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height 1 L/R, Height 2 L/R)
  • receiver can power a maximum of 9 channels at once
• Ethernet port for wired network connection
• RS-232C, remote, and 12 volt-trigger connections for use with external controllers
• 1/4″ headphone output
• detachable power cord

General Features:

• 4K/60p and 3D video pass-through
• free Marantz remote app lets you use your Apple or Android device as a Wi-Fi® remote
• Setup Assistant guides you through the initial connection process and settings
• intuitive, full-color on-screen guide
• Video Select lets you listen to music while watching video from a different source
• HDMI standby pass-through allows HDMI switching without powering up receiver
• built-in HD Radio tuner
• AM/FM tuner
• remote control
• 17-5/16″W x 7-5/16″H x 16-1/4″D (9-3/4″H with Wi-Fi antennas raised)
• weight: 30.4 lbs.
• warranty: 3 years

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