{"product_id":"marantz-av-20-13-4-channel-a-v-preamp-processor","title":"Marantz AV 20 13.4 Channel A\/V Preamp Processor","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMarantz AV 20 AV Preamplifier\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e13.4-channel balanced AV preamplifier with immersive surround decoding and full-bandwidth 8K HDMI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Marantz AV 20 is a performance-driven AV preamplifier designed for serious home theater systems. Note that you will need to buy a multi-channel power amp separately, and of course Marantz amps will give you some serious synergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually understated yet unmistakably Marantz, the AV 20's elegant chassis and refined industrial design mirror the company’s long-standing focus on musicality, low noise, and long-term reliability. This is a control center meant to disappear physically while anchoring an ambitious home-cinema system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Upscale View\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarantz is one of very few household-name audio brands that we recommend even to critical listeners. Marantz has been able to stay on top of technological advances without losing sight of its heritage. For home cinema especially, we unhesitatingly recommend Marantz as the affordable yet high-fidelity solution when most of your hard-earned money is going into your reference stereo rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlexibility Built-In\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AV 20 delivers detailed, immersive sound across up to 13.4 channels, supporting flexible speaker layouts and extensive object-based surround decoding. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, with DTS:X Pro, Auro 3D, and IMAX Enhanced also included for expanded format support and scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVideo and system integration are equally robust. Seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs (including 1 x eARC) provide ample connectivity for modern sources, while the high-quality HD on-screen interface keeps setup and system management intuitive. Acoustic room tuning is handled by Audyssey MultEQ XT32, with Dirac Live available as an upgrade. Fully balanced XLR and RCA outputs ensure clean, flexible connections to high-quality external power amplifiers, allowing the AV 20 to serve as the foundation of a truly high-performance home theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarantz AV 20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control (RC051SR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAM\/FM antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudyssey microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardboard microphone stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo external detachable antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcessing Channels:\u003c\/b\u003e 13.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurround Formats:\u003c\/b\u003e DTS-HD, DTS:X, DTS:X Pro, DTS Virtual:X, DTS Neural:X; Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround; IMAX Enhanced; Auro 3D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoom Correction:\u003c\/b\u003e Audyssey MultEQ XT32; Dirac Live (upgrade)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHDMI Inputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHDMI Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 3 (Main \/ Zone, 1 x eARC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHDMI Pass-Through:\u003c\/b\u003e 8K\/60 Hz, 4K\/120 Hz; 7 in \/ 2 out up to 40 Gbps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVideo Support:\u003c\/b\u003e HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHDMI Features:\u003c\/b\u003e eARC, VRR, ALLM, QFT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnalog Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 15.4-channel RCA and 15.4-channel balanced XLR pre-outs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubwoofer Outputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 (independent) RCA, XLR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStreaming and Network:\u003c\/b\u003e HEOS built-in, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify, TuneIn, Roon-Ready\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/b\u003e 90 W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandby Power Consumption:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.2 W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions (WHD):\u003c\/b\u003e 17.4\" x 17.2\" x 7.5\" (442 x 437 x 191 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 33.1 lb. (15 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marantz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52470755492024,"sku":"AV20","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/High--Marantz_AV20_U_N_K_bk_StudioF_02.jpg?v=1768413318","url":"https:\/\/upscaleaudio.pro\/products\/marantz-av-20-13-4-channel-a-v-preamp-processor","provider":"Upscale Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}