In 2017 Marantz announced the expansion of its latest home theater line with high-end SR7012 Network AV Receiver. The SR7012 is one of the first AV receivers on the market compatible with Amazon Alexa’s Smart Home Skill for entertainment devices and will support Alexa Multi-room functionality. More Marantz SR7012 specs in this Marantz SR7012 review.
Marantz SR7012 review
Features
The 9.2-channel Marantz SR7012 model understands modern three-dimensional sound formats such as DTS: X, Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D. The new firmware will open access to the DTS Virtual: X format, which allows you to get 3D sound in any configuration, even when using only two channels. When using an AV receiver with soundtracks recorded in Dolby Atmos, you can use the 7.1.2- or 5.1.4-channel system without additional amplifiers or the 7.1.4-channel set, complemented by a stereo power amplifier. At the same time, the model is capable of delivering a power of 200 W / 6 Ohms per channel.
Design and build
The SR7012 has an attractive appearance, which hides a well-equipped unit. The device has developed functional capabilities and provides excellent sound quality, both when watching movies and when listening to music. The circuits use high-quality components, as well as proprietary discrete HDAM amplification modules with current feedback. Each channel has a 32-bit AKM DAC, which guarantees optimum accuracy and wide dynamic range.
Connectivity
On board there is dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay. The device received eight HDMI inputs (one integrated into the front panel) supporting 4K (60 Hz), HDCP 2.2, Dolby Vision, HDR video and HLG (HDR for TV broadcasts). There are three HDMI outputs, one of which, after updating the software, will be able to work with the extended eARC return channel, allowing Dolby Atmos and other similar formats to be transmitted.
Setup
An important feature of the Marantz SR7012 is the support of the HEOS wireless multiroom system, as well as streaming content from TuneIn, Spotify Connect, Tidal Deezer and other web services on HEOS devices. Alexa voice assistant is available, which makes controlling the receiver even more comfortable.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Because of the modern user friendly UI and system setup, I was able to have it up and running and calibrated pretty quickly
- Speaking of remotes, the included remote is well laid out and has on demand back lighting which is very welcome
Cons
- Only one of the two HDMI outputs will work at a time
Common features
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
Amplifier
Channels
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
Output impedance, Ohm
Frequency response
THD in stereo, %
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
Subwoofer output (LFE)
Headphone output
Optical digital input
Coaxial digital input
Composite input
Component input/output
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
4K signal pass-through
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
Additional features
Voice control
App control
Display
Tuner
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
Other additional features
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
Zone audio output
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
RS-232
Remote control input/output (IR)
DC trigger output (12V)
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
Power
Operational power consumption, W
Standby consumption, W
Removable power cord
User manual
Manual
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
Weight, kg/lbs
Other
Release year
