Marantz AV 30

HEOS Reference 11.4-Channel Balanced AV Preamplifier

Marantz AV 30

HEOS Reference 11.4-Channel Balanced AV Preamplifier
$4,000.00
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Overview

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.
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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

Our Marantz Sound Master 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.

Details & Specs

Model Marantz AV 30
DTS formats DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X, DTS Neural:X
Dolby formats 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. number of processing (pre-amp) channels 11.4
Copper-plated chassis / toroidal power transformer Yes / Yes
Current feedback topology / hyper dynamic amplifier modules (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
Network connectivity Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / Ethernet: Yes / Yes / Yes
Bluetooth retransmit for Bluetooth 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 DSD5.6)
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
Compatible remote app for smartphones Marantz AVR Remote
Compatible remote app for tablets Android / iOS / Amazon Kindle
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 (Auto Low Latency Mode) pass-through for gaming Yes
Variable refresh rate / quick frame transport Yes / Yes
HDMI pass-through in standby mode Yes
DSD audio capability Yes
Auto lipsync Yes
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: analogue / digital 2 / 0
Multichannel pre-amp out Yes (11.4 RCA, 11.4 XLR)
Subwoofer out 4 (independent)
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
HEOS multi-room integrated Yes
HEOS link compatibility: IR / IP Yes / Yes
Multi-room zones 3
Zone audio source HDMI / Opt, Coax / Network, USB / Analogue: 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
Auto speaker setup by microphone 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 by network / USB Yes / Yes
Variable crossover / optimized bass redirection / bass sync Yes / Yes / Yes
Auto power off / sleep timer Yes / Yes
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.
w/o antenna: 17.4 × 15.6 × 7.5 in.
Weight 24.5 lbs
What’s in the box Main unit, remote control,
batteries, AM/FM antennas,
wire labels, quick start guide,
Audyssey microphone, cardboard microphone stand,
2 external detachable antenna,
AC cord

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