Marantz CINEMA 70s SERIES 2

The Marantz CINEMA 70s SERIES 2 is a premium slimline AV receiver designed to deliver immersive home cinema entertainment without occupying excessive space. Combining a sophisticated design with seven discrete power amplifier channels, it supports advanced surround sound formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for a captivating three-dimensional audio experience.

Featuring an upgraded 32-bit 8-channel DAC, carefully selected components and meticulous Sound Master tuning, the CINEMA 70s SERIES 2 delivers enhanced clarity, resolution and dynamic range for both movies and music. Its compact chassis integrates seamlessly into modern entertainment spaces while providing versatile connectivity for home theatre systems, gaming consoles and digital music sources.

With six HDMI inputs, including three 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz compatible inputs, HDMI eARC, and support for advanced HDR formats, it is ready for modern high-resolution entertainment. Built-in HEOS technology, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi provide convenient access to music streaming and multi-room audio, while Audyssey MultEQ XT and optional Dirac Live room correction help optimize the listening experience.

Key Features

• Slimline 7.2-Channel AV Receiver:
  Features seven discrete power amplifier channels and support for up to 7.2-channel surround sound processing, delivering immersive home theatre performance in a compact chassis.
• Upgraded 32-bit 8-Channel DAC:
  Equipped with a newly upgraded high-performance 32-bit DAC to improve audio clarity, resolution and dynamic range across movies, music and other digital sources.
• Dolby Atmos and DTS:X:
  Supports advanced three-dimensional surround sound formats, creating a more realistic and immersive soundstage with audio that extends beyond the traditional horizontal speaker arrangement.
• Marantz Sound Master Tuning:
  Carefully tuned by Marantz Sound Masters to deliver a balanced, detailed and musical presentation across different entertainment sources.
• 8K HDMI and Advanced Gaming Support:
  Six HDMI inputs include three 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz compatible connections, with support for HDR10+, Dolby Vision, ALLM, VRR and AMD FreeSync for smooth, responsive gaming and high-quality video playback.
• HDMI eARC:
  Supports enhanced Audio Return Channel for transmitting high-quality audio from compatible televisions to the receiver through a single HDMI connection.
• HEOS Built-in Multi-Room Streaming:
  Access compatible music streaming services and distribute music to other HEOS-enabled devices throughout the home using the HEOS application.
• High-Resolution Music Streaming:
  Supports network playback of FLAC, WAV and ALAC files up to 192kHz/24-bit, as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz, with gapless playback for compatible formats.
• Wireless Music Connectivity:
  Features Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Apple AirPlay 2, alongside Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect and Roon Ready compatibility.
• Audyssey MultEQ XT Room Calibration:
  Automatically measures and optimizes speaker performance according to room acoustics using the supplied calibration microphone, helping achieve more balanced sound throughout the listening area.
• Optional Dirac Live Room Correction:
  Supports an optional Dirac Live upgrade, providing additional room correction capabilities for users seeking more precise acoustic optimization.
• Dual Subwoofer Outputs:
  Two independent subwoofer connections provide greater flexibility when configuring a home theatre system with multiple subwoofers.
• MM Phono Input:
  Includes a dedicated moving-magnet phono input for directly connecting a compatible turntable and enjoying vinyl playback.
• 7.2-Channel Pre-Out:
  Provides multichannel pre-amplifier outputs for connecting external power amplifiers and expanding the system configuration.
• Bluetooth Audio Transmission:
  Supports Bluetooth audio transmission to compatible wireless headphones, allowing private listening without disturbing others.

Feature Highlights

• 7.2-channel slimline AV receiver with seven discrete power amplifiers.
• Upgraded 32-bit 8-channel DAC for improved digital audio performance.
• Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD and DTS:X surround sound support.
• Six HDMI inputs with three 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz compatible connections.
• HDMI eARC with HDR10+, Dolby Vision and advanced gaming features.
• HEOS multi-room streaming, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth connectivity.
• High-resolution network audio playback up to 192kHz/24-bit and DSD 5.6MHz.
• Audyssey MultEQ XT calibration with optional Dirac Live upgrade.
• Dual subwoofer outputs and 7.2-channel pre-amplifier outputs.
• Compact slimline design suitable for modern home entertainment systems.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type:
  7.2-Channel Slimline AV Receiver
• Number of Power Amplifiers:
  7 Discrete Power Amplifiers
• Power Output (8 Ohms):
  50W per channel (20Hz–20kHz, 0.08% THD, 2-channel driven)
• Power Output (6 Ohms):
  70W per channel (1kHz, 0.7% THD, 2-channel driven)
• DAC:
  32-bit 8-channel DAC
• Surround Sound Formats:
  Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Atmos Music, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS Neural:X and DTS Virtual:X
• Room Correction:
  Audyssey MultEQ XT, Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume; optional Dirac Live upgrade
• HDMI Inputs / Outputs:
  6 Inputs / 1 Output
• HDMI Video Support:
  8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG and Dynamic HDR
• HDMI Gaming Features:
  ALLM, VRR, QFT and AMD FreeSync (HDMI Inputs 4–6)
• HDMI Bandwidth:
  Up to 40Gbps
• Audio Return Channel:
  eARC / ARC
• Analog Audio Inputs:
  3 Inputs
• Phono Input:
  1 x MM Phono Input
• Digital Audio Inputs:
  1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial
• USB Input:
  1 x Front USB-A
• Pre-Amplifier Outputs:
  7.2-Channel Multichannel Pre-Out
• Subwoofer Outputs:
  2 Outputs
• Speaker Terminals:
  7 Channels
• Network Connectivity:
  Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth
• Wireless Audio:
  Apple AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth Audio Transmission
• Streaming Services:
  HEOS, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, Amazon Music, Deezer and TuneIn Internet Radio (service availability varies by region)
• High-Resolution Audio:
  FLAC, WAV and ALAC up to 192kHz/24-bit; DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz
• Multi-Room Audio:
  HEOS Multi-Room with 2 Zones
• Power Consumption:
  250W
• Standby Power Consumption:
  0.2W
• Dimensions (W x D x H):
  442 x 372 x 109 mm (Without Antennas)
• Weight:
  8.7 kg
• Available Colours:
  Black / Silver Gold

Additional Information

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