Marantz SR8012 Review and Specs

Experience the pinnacle of Marantz excellence with the new flagship SR8012, the company's first 11.2-channel receiver that sets new standards. Immerse yourself in immersive surround sound with Dolby Atmos, DTS: X and Auro 3D, all three codecs are capable of controlling the top speakers for true 3D sound. More Marantz SR8012 specs in this Marantz SR8012 review.

Marantz SR8012 review

Features

The new 11.2-channel flagship Marantz SR8012 can decode any modern AV-formats, has impressive functionality and offers high quality sound. The model is based on technical solutions used in reference two-channel amplifiers. The central part of the copper-plated chassis is a massive shielded toroidal transformer. High quality upscale components also help maintain the sound quality. In each channel, a discrete HDAM amplifier module with current feedback is installed, and high-capacitance capacitors are used in the PSU. As a result, the receiver produces 205 watts per channel at 6 ohms.

Design and build

The SR8012 utilizes Marantz’s advanced comprehensive sound tuning, which builds on the features of the Reference dual-channel models, including a copper chassis and a large shielded toroidal transformer built to Marantz specifications, as well as high-power capacitors for the main power supply, also designed to meet the high technical requirements of engineers Marantz.

Connectivity

The Marantz SR8012 model received eight HDMI inputs (one on the front), which support 4K / 60 Hz resolution, HDCP 2.2, BT.2020 protocol, transmit HDR video, HLG (HDR version for broadcasts) and Dolby Vision. There are three HDMI outputs, one of which works with eARC (extended return channel), which allows you to broadcast Dolby Atmos, DTS: X and other 3D audio formats. You can also select a group of digital inputs, the input of the MM phono stage, 7.1-channel input and 11.2-channel Pre Out. There are twelve pairs of screw terminals for connecting speakers.

Setup

The flagship can be integrated into the flexible multi-room HEOS system, which opens up great opportunities in terms of wireless data transfer. A special HEOS application can control the receiver and transfer audio content of the local network and other sources to components capable of working with this technology.

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