Marantz Cinema 30 11.4-Channel Home Theater Receiver

Marantz Cinema 30 11.4-Channel Home Theater Receiver

If you're looking to build the foundation of a high-end home theater system, the meticulously crafted Marantz CINEMA 30 11.4-Channel Network A/V Receiver can deliver 11.4-channel support, 8K signal pass-through with upscaling, and a 140W per channel power output with the subtle detail of 0.05% THD. This Hi-Fi audio performance can be calibrated to your specific space with either Audyssey or Dirac Live, and once setup, the plethora of ports and supported technologies can deliver music and movie surround sound in a variety of ways. Enjoy object-based height effects from the latest blockbuster with DTS:X or Dolby Atmos, stream music from online platforms, or re-transmit audio to optional Bluetooth headphones. You can even send sound throughout your home with HEOS multi-room streaming.

Product Highlights:

• 11-channel amplifier
• 140 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.05% THD, with 2 channels driven
• Marantz's Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM) offer exquisite detail and dynamic range while reducing noise
• Dolby®, DTS®, and Auro-3D® surround sound decoding
  • Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theater sound
  • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X create three-dimensional effects without height speakers
• IMAX® Enhanced reproduces the full dynamic range of specially encoded IMAX soundtracks from compatible sources
• Analog-to-HDMI video conversion
• Audyssey speaker calibration and system optimization includes:
  • MultEQ® XT32 auto setup and room calibration delivers balanced, dynamic sound with enhanced surround performance
  • Dynamic Volume anticipates loud sounds to keep volume levels even
  • Dynamic EQ improves dialogue, bass response, and surround channel levels at lower volumes
  • Sub EQ HT provides individual calibration for four subwoofers, for even bass response throughout the room
  • Low Frequency Containment reduces the amount of bass that bleeds into other rooms
  • Audyssey MultEQ Editor app for further audio customization (paid app; not included)
• Optional Dirac Live room calibration and bass management
  • Requires purchase of separate license from Dirac
  • Requires separate PC or Mac and a third-party USB microphone (all sold separately)

Digital and streaming music options:

• Built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services
• HEOS Built-in technology wirelessly connects compatible HEOS components for whole home audio
  • Includes support for Pandora®, TIDAL, SiriusXM, and Spotify® (subscription required for some services)
  • Free HEOS app offers easy Wi-Fi control, settings adjustments, and music selection and playback
  • Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controllers
• AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from your Apple® device
  • Supports multi-room audio with compatible wireless speakers
• Built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers
• Bluetooth transmission for sending audio from the receiver to Bluetooth-enabled headphones
  • Play audio through Bluetooth headphones only, or through Bluetooth headphones and connected speakers simultaneously
• Plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution; DSD up to 5.6 MHz)
• Works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
  • Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware

Multi-room audio/video:

• Three-room/three-source output
  • Powered stereo outputs for second and third rooms allow playback in three rooms at once
  • Line-level 2nd- and 3rd-room output for use with one or two separate amplifiers or powered speakers
  • Amp assign function lets you reassign the height channels for bi-amping, or for use in Zone 2 or 3
  • TV Audio sharing lets you play surround sound in your main room and downmixed stereo in additional zones
  • Supports both analog and digital audio connections
  • HDMI dual-zone switching for watching video content from different sources in two zones simultaneously
  • Zone 2 compatible audio sources: HDMI audio, optical/coaxial digital inputs, analog audio inputs, AM/FM tuner, USB, Bluetooth, and HEOS music apps
  • Cannot select different USB/Bluetooth/network sources for each zone

HDMI features:

• HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 3 out
  • All inputs and 2 outputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video
  • All inputs and outputs support 4K/60Hz video
  • HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
  • HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content
  • Supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, HLG, and Dynamic HDR
• Upscales 1080p video signals to Ultra HD (up to 8K)
• Gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience
  • Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) reduce or eliminate lag and frame tearing
• Supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
  • eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV

Other connections:

• 2 composite video inputs
• 1 component video input
• Digital audio inputs: 2 Toslink optical, 2 coaxial
• 6 analog stereo audio line-level inputs
• 2 analog stereo audio outputs (variable) for Zones 2 and 3
• MM (moving magnet) phono input for connecting a turntable
• 13.4-channel preamp outputs
  • Four discrete line-level subwoofer outputs for more precise multi-subwoofer setups
• Front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives
• Ethernet port for network connection
• Outputs for 13 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height1 L/R, Height2 L/R, Height3 Front Wide L/R)
  • Receiver can power a maximum of 11 channels at once
• RS-232C and IR (infrared) remote connections for use with optional third-party controllers
• Three 12-volt trigger outputs
• Full-sized headphone jack
• Removable power cord

Dimensions and other info:

• Free Marantz AVR Remote app lets you use your Apple® or Android™ device as a Wi-Fi remote
• Marantz Setup Assistant guides you through the initial connection process and settings
• AM/FM tuner
• Remote control
• Dimensions: 17-7/16"W x 7-1/2"H x 18"D (10-1/4"H with Wi-Fi antennas raised)
• Weight: 42.8 lbs.
• Warranty: 5 years
• Our 30-day money back guarantee
• Black MFR # CINEMA30
• Silver Gold MFR # CINEMA 30SG

What's In The Box:

• 11.4ch AV receiver
• 6' AC power cord
• Remote control (RC-051SR)
• 2 "AAA" batteries
• Sound calibration microphone (ACM1HB)
• 2 WiFi/Bluetooth antennas
• FM wire antenna
• AM loop antenna
• Cardboard microphone stand
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Information
• Safety Instructions
• Notes on radio
• Sheet of self-adhesive cable labels
• Spotify brochure
• Heos brochure
• Microphone Stand Assembly Instructions
• "Bluetooth/WiFi Certified" note
• Optional Dirac Live note