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About the AV8003
The Marantz AV8003 is a high-end 7.1 channel AV preamplifier and processor designed for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts. It supports all major surround sound formats including Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and is THX Ultra2 certified. The unit features four HDMI 1.3a inputs and two HDMI outputs supporting Deep Color and xvYCC for superior video quality. It includes advanced video processing and scaling technology from Anchor Bay, allowing up to 1080p output. The AV8003 offers extensive analog and digital audio inputs and outputs, including balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA connections for 7.1 channels. It incorporates Audyssey MultEQ auto-calibration for precise speaker setup and room equalization across multiple listening positions. The chassis is copper-plated with a toroidal power transformer to minimize interference and noise. Network streaming capabilities allow audio, video, and photo playback from DLNA-compatible devices. Additional features include multi-zone audio/video distribution, RS-232 control, and XM/Sirius radio readiness. The AV8003 is designed to deliver transparent, high-resolution audio and video performance with a focus on sound quality over excessive features.
Specifications
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- Optical, Coaxial
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Digital Outputs
- Optical, Coaxial
- Analog Outputs
- XLR, RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 445 × 191 × 387 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 11.6 kg (26 lbs)
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