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Marantz AV 30 11.4 Channel Balanced AV Preamplifier

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Marantz AV 30 Overview

Product Information

Model: AV30/U1B | UPC: 747192143817

Specifications

What's In The Box

Product Information

Model: AV30/U1B | UPC: 747192143817

Elevated Listening Begins Here

AV 30 delivers exceptional performance and capability for large media rooms and dedicated home theater systems. This reference 11.4 channel balanced AV preamplifier features Marantz HDAM discrete circuitry and boasts seven HDMI inputs, each of which is 8K UHD compatible. Powered by HEOS™ for high-resolution music streaming, AV 30 includes room correction with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and optional Dirac technologies, including Dirac Live Room Correction, Bass Control, and Active Room Treatment. It delivers Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, AURO-3D, and features multiple inputs and balanced pre amp outputs for all channels, including four independent subwoofers.

Features

  • 11.4-Channel Processing Supports Layouts Up to 7.4.4
  • Seven 8K HDMI Inputs & Three Outputs
  • Decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, & Auro-3D
  • HD On-Screen Interface for Easy Setup
  • Balanced & RCA Outputs for External Amps
  • Elegant Design to Match Premium Sound
  • Optimized HDAM-SA2 for Speed & Low Distortion

Exceptional Performance

AV 30 is engineered to create unforgettable home theater experiences. Powerful Analog Devices advanced 32-bit processing decodes all the latest surround formats with the lowest possible distortion and the utmost accuracy. Enjoy dynamic and precise sound thanks to state-of-the-art 32-bit high precision DACs with dedicated jitter reduction. The discrete HDAM-SA2 preamplifier stage feeds 11.4 channels of output via both RCA and XLR sockets to provide the best possible signal to a partnering power amplifier.

Sound Master Tuned

The Marantz Sound Masters tuned AV 30 for amazing performance with meticulous parts selection to create outstanding sound in your home. Making sound the Marantz way is a seamless fusion of art and science, practiced by creators who balance and select components individually for their sonic qualities they are the Sound Masters.

System Matching

Make sure you get the best possible performance from your AV 30 by combining it with other Marantz products. Pairing the AV 30 with either the Marantz AMP 30 or AMP 20 power amplifiers gives you either 6 or 12 channels of amplification—and a complete Sound Master Tuned experience.

Timeless Style

Excellence is heard and seen. Timelessly elegant, AV 30 is crafted with authentic materials in a modern style befitting its rich heritage and stunning performance. The case is constructed using steel and aluminum, while the subtle texture molded into the front panel is lit by the dimmable soft glow of sidelights on either side of the control surface, which features the iconic porthole design.

Endlessly Customizable

Comprehensive connectivity options and extensive optimization ability ensure AV 30 will always deliver the perfect results to suit your home theater. Marantz has provided 11.4 channels of configurable speaker outputs plus Audyssey MultEQ XT32 to create the ideal listening experience in any environment. Optional Dirac Live Room Correction, Dirac Bass Control and Dirac Active Room Treatment upgrades allow for fully optimized sound in even the most challenging acoustic conditions.

Effortless Control

While AV 30 may be comprehensively featured, everyday use and setup is not complicated. An included quick-start guide and extensive on-screen setup make configuration easy. The metal backlit remote control provides access to the most often-used features, while advanced HDMI connectivity allows you to use a TV remote for power and volume. The AV 30 also responds to voice commands from Siri.

Complete Compatibility  

Seven HDMI inputs, plus digital, analog, and phono inputs ensure connectivity to virtually any other components you may have. All HDMI inputs are 8K compatible, allowing any source to be sent at 8K or upscaled to the same resolution. Balanced RCA outputs, including provision for four individual subwoofers, are complemented by Zone Two and Zone Three preouts and two additional HDMI outputs, supporting extensive multi-room functionality.

Specifications

  • Multichannel Surround Technologies
    • DTS: DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X, DTS Neural:X
    • Dolby: Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Height Virtualization, Dolby Surround
    • IMAX: IMAX Enhanced
    • Auro 3D / 360 Reality Audio / MPEG-H: Yes / Yes / Yes
    • Multichannel Stereo: Yes
    • Max Processing Channels (Pre-Amp): 11.4
  • Sound Enhancements
    • Copper-Plated Chassis / Toroidal Power Transformer: Yes / Yes
    • Current Feedback Topology / HDAM: Yes / Yes (HDAM-SA2)
    • Pure Direct / Gold-Plated RCA Terminals: Yes / Yes
    • Clock Jitter Reducer: Yes
    • Dirac Live Upgradability: Yes
    • Compressed Audio Enhancer (MDAX2): Yes
    • Audyssey Dynamic EQ / Dynamic Volume / Audyssey LFC: Yes / Yes / Yes
    • Audyssey MultEQ XT32: Yes
  • Network
    • Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / Ethernet: Yes / Yes / Yes
    • HEOS Multi-Room and Streaming: Yes
    • Bluetooth Retransmit (Headphones): Yes
    • Apple HomePod: Yes
    • Lossy Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC
    • Lossless Formats: FLAC, FLAC HD 192/24, ALAC, ALAC 192/24, WAV, WAV 192/24
    • DSD Audio Streaming: Yes (up to DSD 5.6)
    • Gapless Playback: FLAC, ALAC, WAV, DSD
    • TuneIn / AirPlay 2 / Spotify: Yes / Yes / Yes
    • Roon-Ready: Yes
    • Other Streaming Services: Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, Napster, SoundCloud
    • Remote App (Smartphones): Marantz AVR Remote
    • Remote App (Tablets): Android / iOS / Amazon Kindle
  • HDMI
    • Total HDMI Inputs: 7
    • HDCP 2.3 Support: Yes
    • HDMI Outputs (Main / Zone 2): 1
    • HDMI Upscaling: 1080p/4K to 8K
    • GUI Overlay on HDMI: Yes
    • HDMI 2.1 (8K/60Hz AB / 4K/120Hz AB): Yes / Yes
    • 8K/60Hz AB / 4K/120Hz AB Pass-Through (In/Out): 7 / 2 (up to 40 Gbps)
    • HDR / HLG / Dolby Vision / HDR10+ / Dynamic HDR: Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes
    • Enhanced ARC: Yes
    • ALLM (Gaming): Yes
    • Variable Refresh Rate / Quick Frame Transport: Yes / Yes
    • HDMI Pass-Through in Standby: Yes
    • DSD Audio Capability: Yes
    • Auto LipSync: Yes
  • Inputs/Outputs
    • Video Composite In / Out: 2 / 0
    • Component In / Out: 1 / 0
    • HDMI In / Out: 7 / 3
    • Multi-Room Video Out (Video / HDMI): No / Yes
    • Audio Analogue In: 6 (1 × XLR)
    • Phono (MM) In: Yes
    • Digital In (Optical / Coaxial): 2 / 2
    • Multi-Room Out (Analog / Digital): 2 / 0
    • Multichannel Pre-Amp Out: Yes (11.4 RCA, 11.4 XLR)
    • Subwoofer Outputs: 4 (independent)
    • Other Speaker A / B: Assignable Pre-Out
    • Bi-Amp Drive: Assignable Pre-Out
    • Front USB Input / USB Audio: Yes / Yes
    • USB Power Supply (Rear): Yes
    • AM/FM Tuner: Yes
  • Multi-Room
    • HEOS Multi-Room Integrated: Yes
    • HEOS Link Compatibility (IR / IP): Yes / Yes
    • Multi-Room Zones: 3
    • Zone Audio Source (HDMI / Optical–Coax / Network–USB / Analog): Yes (2 ch) / Yes (2 ch) / Yes / Yes
    • Zone Audio Output (Speaker / Pre-Out): No / Yes
    • Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source: Yes
    • IP Control / RS232 Control / Web Control / App Control: Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes
    • IR Flasher In / Marantz Remote Bus: Yes / Yes
    • DC Trigger Output: 3
    • HDMI Diagnostics: Yes
  • General
    • Metal Front Panel: Yes
    • System Remote Control: RC053SR
    • Backlit: Yes
    • Power Consumption: 80 W
    • Standby Consumption: 0.2 W
    • CEC Standby Consumption: 0.5 W
    • Network Standby Consumption: 2.0 W
    • Maximum Dimensions (W × D × H)
    • Antenna Horizontal: 17.4 × 16.3 × 7.5 in
    • Antenna Vertical: 17.4 × 16.3 × 10.0 in
    • Without Antenna: 17.4 × 15.6 × 7.5 in
    • Weight: 24.5 lbs.
  • Others
    • Auto Speaker Setup: Audyssey MultEQ XT32
    • Dirac Live: Upgrade
    • Front Display: 2-Line FLD, Port Hole OLED
    • Graphic User Interface: Modern HD GUI
    • GUI Languages: 9
    • Setup Assistant / Smart Select: Yes / Yes
    • Firmware Update (Network / USB): Yes / Yes
    • Variable Crossover / Optimized Bass Redirection / Bass Sync: Yes / Yes / Yes
    • Auto Power Off / Sleep Timer: Yes / Yes

What's In The Box

  • AV 30 11.4 Channel Balanced AV Preamplifier
  • Remote Control
  • AM/FM Antennas
  • Wire Labels
  • Audyssey Microphone
  • Power Cord
  • Manual
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