Marantz announced its new AV7702mkII audio/video network preamplifier ($2,199).
For more information visit: www.us.marantz.com
Unedited press release follows:
Marantz® Announces the AV7702mkII A/V Network Pre-processor
Updating the AV7702 for the Ultimate in Surround and Stereo Sound
Mahwah, NJ – September 18, 2015- Marantz, a world leader in advanced audio technologies, rounds off its 2015 standard full-size home theater line-up with the renewed AV7702mkII A/V Network Pre-processor. Built on last year’s AV7702, the new AV7702mkII (mark 2) model offers the latest in audio and video standards. It continues to offer Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, Dolby Atmos® while adding the latest HDMI version 2.0a compatibility with High Dynamic Range (HDR), BT.2020 pass-through support along with HDCP 2.2 compatibility on all HDMI inputs and outputs. The AV7702mkII is ready for the next generation of Blu-ray disc players, set-top boxes and other 4K Ultra HD sources. The new product is expected to be available in October.
As with the AV7702, the AV7702mkII can also be upgraded to support Auro-3D® and the Auromatic® upmixer up to 10.1-channels. Furthermore, it newly adds DTS:X® new object based 3D surround format (available via future firmware update) to complete today’s available 3D sound options. Pairing the AV7702mkII with a Marantz MM Power Amplifier further delivers unprecedented levels of musicality and performance, with advanced system-building flexibility for custom integrators.
AV7702mkII: Multi-channel A/V Pre-amplifier ($2,199)
The AV7702mkII is ideal for those seeking flexibility and the most advanced feature set. The audio section allows for the passing of the signal to either the 11.2ch XLS or 13.2ch RCA pre-outs, and to an external power amplifier for superior audio excellence. It offers an even higher quality dedicated pre-amplifier board with HDAM and a power supply for the pre-amplifier stage. It comes equipped with audiophile grade ELNA capacitors to give special treatment to high-resolution audio reproduction. The extended shielding for each pre-amplifier section minimize interference and gives the last finishing touch for the ultimate in surround and stereo sound quality.
To enhance the performance of the AV7702mkII, it is optimal to match it up with a Marantz MM series power amplifier. Designed for the ultimate music and movie surround sound experience and extreme flexibility, Marantz offers three MM series models. The lineup begins with Marantz’s highest-grade power amplifier, the 7-channel MM8077 followed by the MM7055, 5-channel power amplifier and the MM7025, 2-channel power amplifier. All MM series Marantz power amplifiers allows custom integrators and consumers to create true ultimate-quality home entertainment systems with matching sonic performance and Marantz design integrity.
AV7702mkII Multi-channel Network A/V Pre-amplifier – Main features
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built-in
• Latest HDMI 2.0a with 4k 60Hz 4:4:4 resolution
• 7+1 front HDMI in / 3 HDMI out (4k 60Hz, 3D, ARC, HDR, BT.2020)
• Full HDCP 2.2 support on all inputs
• Advanced Video Processing with HDMI scaling up to 1080p, 4k 50/60 Hz
• Dolby Atmos® (up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2)
• DTS:X ready
• Auro-3D upgradeable (optional paid upgrade)
• Audyssey MultEQ XT32®, Sub EQ HT, LFC, Pro ready
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume
• Spotify® Connect, Pandora®, SiriusXM™ (where available), Internet Radio support, AirPlay® on board
• MP3, WAV, AAC, WMA, AIFF
• High resolution audio streaming: FLAC 192/24, DSD, ALAC
• Gapless Playback
• 11.2ch XLR pre-out, 13.2ch RCA pre-out
• High quality dedicated pre-amplifier board with HDAM for high resolution audio reproduction
• Power supply for pre-amplifier stage with audiophile grade ELNA capacitors
• Extended shielding to minimize interference
• High quality 192kHz/32-bit D/A converters for all channels
• Phono (MM) input
• Zone 3 audio
• ISF Certified
• Creston Connected Certified
• Setup Assistant and Advanced GUI
• Aluminum front panel with small trapdoor
• Blue LED Marantz porthole
• Marantz Remote App for iOS and Android™ devices
• ECO mode
• Available in black
MM8077 7-channel Power Amplifier – Main features (Available today – $2,399)
The MM8077 allows custom integrators and consumers to create true ultimate-quality home entertainment systems. It includes many of the key innovations and technologies normally found in Marantz’ ultimate-quality Reference Series audio components, such as a rock-solid copper plated chassis, high current toroidal power transformer, unique current feedback discrete power amplifier stage design and more, providing a rich, detailed and immersive music and movie surround sound experience.
• 150 watts (8 ohm, 20-20kHz, THD:0.08%) discrete power amplifier
• Current Feedback amplifier design
• Unbalanced and balanced input terminals
• Flasher input/ DC Trigger input and output/ RC-5 remote control
• Available in Black
MM7055 5-channel Power Amplifier – Main features (Available today – $1,199)
• 140 watts x 5 channel (8 ohm, 20Hz – 20kHz, THD:0.08%) discrete power amplifier
• Current Feedback amplifier design
• Unbalanced and balanced input terminals
• Flasher input/ DC Trigger input and output/ RC-5 remote control
• Available in Black
MM7025 2-channel Power Amplifier – Main features (Available today – $799)
• 140 watts x 2 channels (8 ohm, 20-20kHz, THD:0.08%) discrete power amplifier
• Current Feedback amplifier design
• Unbalanced and balanced input terminals
• Flasher input / DC trigger input and output / RC-5 remote control
• Blue LED Marantz porthole design
• Available in Black
About Marantz
Marantz is a part of D+M Group. The company can trace its roots back to the dawn of the first mono LP, when Saul Bernard Marantz, a native of New York, was unhappy with the equipment available to play his cherished record collection on. So he had to build his own! Saul officially founded the Marantz Company in 1953. Then, as now, the company’s cornerstones were quality and innovation. For over half a century Marantz has been developing unique technologies and bringing landmark hi-fi and home entertainment products to market through its tireless and extensive R&D programs. Such commitment to audio and video excellence ensures each Marantz design delivers class-leading performance. Additional information is available at www.us.marantz.com <http://www.us.marantz.com> .
About D+M Group
D+M Group is a global company dedicated to enhancing life through inspired sound solutions delivered anytime, anywhere. With a strong belief that “Performance is everything,” D+M is focused on innovation to meet the needs of customers in an increasingly digital world. Serving the consumer and professional markets, D+M Group brands include Boston Acoustics®, Denon®, and Marantz®. D+M Group has approximately 900 employees worldwide, with products and services marketed in more than 45 countries.