AV8805 vs McIntosh MX122
The MX122's signal-to-noise is 96 dB against the AV8805's 105 dB. Both share bit depth (32-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and thd (0.005%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$5,499original retail
Original retail — discontinued, no used price recorded yet
About the AV8805
The Marantz AV8805 is a flagship 13.2-channel AV preamplifier/processor for high-end home theater systems. It is designed to handle immersive surround formats, multi-room audio, and extensive analog/digital connectivity, with 15.2-channel pre-outs for flexible amplifier integration. The AV8805 was later succeeded by the AV8805A revision, but the original AV8805 remains an archived/discontinued model.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- AK4490
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 105 dB
- Output Voltage
- 1.2V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 2.4V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- HDMI
- Analog Outputs
- XLR, RCA
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions