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MARANTZ AV 8805A AV Surround Preamplifier

13.2CH 8K ULTRA HD AV SURROUND PRE-AMPLIFIER WITH HEOS BUILT-IN

The Marantz AV8805A pre-amplifier sets the standard for audiophile home cinema with 13.2 channel processing and full 8K pass-through capabilities.

MADE IN JAPAN

$6,990.00

Created with passion and extraordinary attention to detail, this versatile pre-amplifier redefines the audiophile home cinema and music listening experience.

A Masterpiece of audio architecture

Advanced 13.2 channel pre-amplifier

The Marantz AV8805A processor/pre-amplifier was built for the most advanced home theater enthusiast. With 13.2 channel processing, 15.2 channel XLR and RCA outputs, and flexible amplifier stages, enjoy your movies with a system you deserve.

Masterfully engineered

The AV8805A is made for home cinema enthusiasts who want everything, versatility, flexibility, and musicality. Extensively tuned by world-renowned sound acousticians at the most state-of-the-art facilities, we leverage decades of experience in Hi-Fi to drive exceptional, audiophile-quality surround sound for all your entertainment.

Advanced 8K HDMI connectivity with eARC support

Enjoy exquisite video performance thanks to the latest HDMI technologies. The Marantz AV8805A includes 8 HDMI inputs and 3 outputs for all your favorite sources. One dedicated 8K input supports 8K/60Hz or 4K/120Hz pass-through capability, while Dolby Vision, HLG, HDR10+, 21:9 video, 3D, BT.2020 pass-through and HDCP 2.3 copy protection standard is supported on all HDMI inputs.

Full 3D audio support

Immerse yourself in multi-dimensional audio with the latest surround formats, including Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS:X®, DTS Virtual:X™, DTS:X® Pro, IMAX® Enhanced, and Auro-3D®.

The next chapter in movie entertainment

The new AV8805A offers the highest-quality, crystal-clear viewing experience. Enjoy your movies with 8K/60Hz pass-through or upscaling, as well the latest in HDMI technology like Dynamic HDR and Quick Media Switching (QMS), which is used in movies to eliminate video delay.

Marantz HDAM and Current Feedback topology

The AV8805A features exclusive Marantz Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module (HDAM) technology that provide ultra-fast slew rate, true wideband performance, and maximum dynamic range for optimum sound quality.

More than 60 Years of audiophile heritage

Founded in 1953, Marantz has a rich history of designing audio components embraced by music lovers and critical listeners around the world. Because Music Matters, the AV8805A continues our long tradition of delivering a best-in-class listening experience for music and cinema.

Features

Masterfully Engineered

Its high-resolution preamplifier uses in total 15 single Marantz HDAM boards for reference-setting audio performance.

Breathtakingly Natural 3D Audio

Movie and TV sound moves around you in space, emulating the finest movie theaters and the real world.

Maximum Flexibility

From high-resolution stereo to 13.2 channel surround sound, experience pure Marantz audio through any configuration you need.

Tuned For Pure Enjoyment

No matter how you listen or what you watch, the AV8805A is extensively tuned to deliver the most enjoyable music and movie experiences you can imagine.

Specification

Multichannel Surround

  • DTS: HD Master
  • DTS: X
  • DTS: X Pro (via update)
  • DTS Neural: X (11 channel)
  • DTS Virtual: X
  • IMAX Enhanced
  • Dolby TrueHD
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
  • Dolby Atmos Music
  • Dolby Surround
  • Auro 3D
  • Multichannel Stere
  • 13.2 channels processing

Sound Enhancements

  • Copper Plated Chassis
  • Toroidal Power Transformer
  • Current Feedback Topology
  • Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM)
  • Pure Direct
  • Gold Plated RCA Terminals
  • Clock Jitter Reducer
  • Audyssey MultEQ XT32
  • Audyssey Dynamic EQ
  • Audyssey Dynamic Volume
  • Audyssey LFC
  • MDAX2 Compressed Audio Enhancer

Network

  • HEOS Multi-Room and Streaming
  • Voice Control compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri
  • Network Audio Sharing
  • MP3, WMA, AAC Lossy Format Support
  • FLAC, ALAC, WAV Lossless Format Support (Gapless, 24bit, 192kHz)
  • DSD Supported up to 5.6MHz (Gapless)
  • AirPlay 2 Audio Streaming
  • Internet Radio provided by TuneIn
  • Spotify Connect
  • Tidal
  • Deezer
  • Amazon Music
  • iHeart Radio
  • Soundcloud
  • Roon Tested
  • Remote app for Android, iOS, and Amazon Kindle
  • Ethernet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth

HDMI

  • 7 Rear HDMI Inputs (1 supporting 8K)
  • 1 Front HDMI Input
  • HDCP2.3 Supported
  • 2 Main Zone HDMI Outputs (primary supporting 8K Output and eARC)
  • 1 Second Zone HDMI Output (4K)
  • Video scaling up to 8K 60Hz on analogue or digital video inputs
  • GUI Overlay on HDMI 
  • HDMI 2.1
  • 8K 60Hz
  • 4K 120Hz
  • eARC
  • HDR
  • HLG
  • Dolby Vision
  • HDR10+
  • Dynamic HDR
  • ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) Pass-Through for gaming
  • Variable Refresh Rate
  • Quick Frame Transport
  • Quick Media Switching
  • 3D Signal Pass-Through
  • HDMI Pass-Through in Standby Mode
  • Picture Adjust
  • Noise Reduction
  • CEC
  • DSD over HDMI
  • Auto LipSync

Multi-Room / CI

  • HEOS Multi-Room Integrated
  • 3 Multi-Room Zones
  • 2nd Zone Audio Sources: HDMI (2ch), Optical/Coaxial (2ch), Networking, USB, Analogue
  • RCA Zone Output for 2nd and 3rd zones
  • HDMI Output for 2nd Zone
  • IIP Control
  • RS232 Control
  • Web Control
  • App Control
  • IR Flasher In
  • Marantz Remote Bus
  • 2x 12V DC Trigger Outputs
  • HDMI Diagnostics

Others

  • Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone
  • 2 Line + Port Hole FL Display
  • Advanced Graphical User Interface in 3 languages
  • ISF Certification
  • Setup Assistent
  • Smart Select
  • Firmware update via Network or USB
  • Variable Crossover
  • Optimized Bass Redirection
  • Bass Sync
  • Auto Power Off
  • Sleep Timer

Inputs / Outputs

  • 4 Rear Composite Video Inputs
  • 1 Front Composite Video Input
  • 2 Composite Video Outputs
  • 7 Rear HDMI Inputs
  • 1 Front HDMI Input
  • 2 Main Zone HDMI Outputs
  • 1 Second Zone HDMI Output
  • 6 Rear Stereo RCA Analogue Inputs
  • 1 XLR Balanced Analogue Input
  • 1 Front Stereo RCA Analogue Input
  • 1 Phono MM input
  • 2 Optical Digital TOSLink Inputs
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Inputs
  • 15.2 channel RCA Pre-Out
  • 15.2 channel XLR Pre-Out
  • 2 Independant Subwoofer Outputs
  • 7.1 Multichannel RCA Input
  • Speakers A/B Assignable Pre-Out
  • Bi-Amp Drive Assignable Pre-Out
  • Multi Room Outputs via Pre-Out
  • Front USB-A port for mass storage accessible via HEOS app
  • AM/FM Tuner

General

  • Metal Front Panel
  • RC039SR System Remote Control (Pre-Programmed / Learnable / LCD)
  • 90W PEAK Power Consumption
  • 0.2W Standby Power Consumption
  • 0.5W Standby Power Consumption with CEC enabled
  • 3.5W Standby Power Consumption with Network Control Enabled
  • Dimensions
    • 440 mm Width
    • 410mm Depth
    • 185mm Height (248 with antenna vertical)
    • 13.7kg

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