Marantz AV8805A 8K XLR 13.2 Processor
The Marantz AV8805A pre-amplifier sets the standard for audiophile home cinema with 13.2 channel processing and full 8K pass-through capabilities.
The most powerful and versatile Marantz AV8805A preamp yet redefines audiophile home cinema and music listening with its 13.2-channel signal processing. Virtually every multi-channel audio format is supported, including Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X®, DTS:X® Pro, MPEG-H, IMAX Enhanced®, and Auro-3D®. Marantz proprietary technologies enhance any audio reproduction for the most discerning listener. Stream music throughout your home with HEOS® Built-in for an immersive audio experience from your favorite streaming services. With the new Marantz AV8805A you get incredible sound fidelity and unparalleled audio precision.
Features
- 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz passthrough support for every entertainment need: With the latest HDMI technology, you can enjoy 8K quality video from your 8K sources or with 8K upscaling from Full HD or 4K sources.
- With 13.2-channel processing and 15.2-channel XLR and RCA outputs, as well as flexibly configurable preamp stages, you can enjoy your films with almost any speaker configuration imaginable.
- Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS:X®, DTS Virtual:X™, DTS:X® Pro, IMAX® Enhanced, MPEG-H and Auro-3D® processing.
- Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) HDMI support: Connect your TV via the main HDMI output via eARC-HDMI to enjoy uncompressed and object-based audio formats such as Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® directly from your smart TV app transfer to your system.
- HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision, 4:4:4 color resolution and BT.2020, as well as Dynamic HDR for outstanding picture quality.
- Music streaming from your favourite sources Spotify, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL and more via AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and the HEOS app
Technical Specifications
Multichannel Surround
| DTS HD Master / DTS:X |
Yes / Yes |
| DTS Neo:X / DTS Neural:X |
No / Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X |
Yes (update) |
| Dolby TrueHD / Dolby Atmos |
Yes / Yes |
| Dolby ProLogic Il / Dolby Surround |
No / Yes |
| Auro 3D |
Yes |
| Multichannel Stereo |
Yes |
| Max Number of Processing (Preamp) Channels |
13.2 |
| IMAX Enhanced |
Yes |
Sound Enhancements
| Copper Plated Chassis |
Yes |
| Power Transformer: Toroidal / EI |
Yes / No |
| Current Feedback Topology |
Yes |
| Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM) |
Yes |
| Pure Direct |
Yes |
| High Grade Audio Components |
Yes |
| Gold plated RCA terminals |
Yes |
| Clock Jitter Reducer |
Yes |
| Audyssey |
MultEQ XT32 |
| Audyssey Dynamic EQ / Dynamic Volume |
Yes / Yes |
| Audyssey LFC |
Yes |
| Audyssey APP Support |
Yes |
| Compressed Audio Enhancer: MDAX2 |
Yes |
Network
| HEOS Multi-room and Streaming |
Yes |
| Lossy formats MP3 / WMA / AAC |
Yes / Yes / Yes |
| Lossless formats FLAC / ALAC / WAV |
Yes / Yes / Yes |
| Lossless formats: FLAC HD 192/24 / WAV 192/24 / ALAC 192/24 |
Yes / Yes / Yes |
| DSD Audio Streaming |
up to DSD5.6 |
| FLAC HD 192/24 |
Yes |
| WAV 192/24 |
Yes |
| ALAC 192/24 |
Yes |
| Gapless Playback |
Yes (FLAC, WAV, ALAC, DSD) |
| AirPlay Audio Streaming |
Yes |
| Internet radio |
TuneIn |
| Spotify Connect* / Tidal* / Deezer* / others * |
Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes |
| Compatible with Remote APP for Smart Phones |
Android / iOS |
| Compatible with Remote APP for Tablets |
Yes Amazon Kindle |
| Ethernet Ports |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
HDMI
| HDMI Inputs: Back / Front |
7 / 1 |
| HDCP2.3 support |
Yes |
| HDMI Outputs: Main / Zone |
2 / 1 |
| HDMI max Resolution (8k / 4k) |
8k/60 - 4k/120 |
| Video Conversion Analog -> HDMI |
Yes |
| HDMI to HDMI Scaling |
up to 8K 60/50 |
| HDMI: 8K / 4K / CEC / eARC |
Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes |
| HDMI: Dolby Vision / HDR 10+ / Dynamic HDR / HLG |
Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes |
| HDMI: ALLM / QMS / QFT / VRR |
Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes |
| HDMI Pass-Through in Standby Mode |
Yes |
| DSD Audio Capability |
Yes |
Multi-Room / CI
| HEOS Multi-Room Integrated |
Yes |
| Multi-Room Zones |
3 |
| Zone Audio Source: HDMI / Opt, Coax / Network, USB / Analog |
Yes (2ch) / Yes (2ch) / Yes / Yes |
| Zone Audio Output: Speaker / Preout |
No / Yes |
| Zone HDMI Output from HDMI Source |
Yes |
| IP Control / RS232 Control / Web Control / App Control |
Yes / Yes / No / Yes |
| Remote In / Out |
Yes |
| IR Flasher In |
Yes |
| Marantz Remote Bus |
Yes |
| DC Trigger Output |
2 |
Others
| Auto Speaker Setup by Microphone |
Audyssey MultEQ XT32 |
| FL Display |
2 lines + port hole |
| Graphic User Interface - GUI |
Advanced |
| ISF Certification |
Yes |
| GUI Languages |
9 |
| Setup Assistant |
Yes |
| Smart Select |
Yes |
| Firmware Update by Network / USB |
Yes / Yes |
| Variable Cross Over |
Yes |
| Optimized Bass Redirection |
Yes |
| Bass Sync |
Yes |
| Auto Power off |
Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
Yes |
Inputs/Outputs
| Composite In / Out |
4+1 / 2 |
| Component In / Out |
3 / 1 |
| HDMI In / Out |
7+1 / 3 |
| Multi-Room Video Out: Video / HDMI |
Yes / Yes |
| Analogue In / Out |
6+1 (1x XLR) / No |
| Phono (MM) In |
Yes |
| Digital Inputs: Coaxial / Optical |
2/2 |
| Multi-Room Out: analog / digital |
2 / No |
| Multichannel Pre Out |
Yes (15.2 RCA & 15.2 XLR) |
| Subwoofer Out |
2 (independant) |
| 7.1 multichannel input |
Yes |
| Speaker A / B |
assignable pre out |
| Bi-amp drive |
assignable pre out |
| Multi-Room Speaker Terminal |
pre out |
| Front Inputs: Audio / Composite / Digital (Opt) / HDMI / USB |
Yes / Yes / No / Yes / Yes |
| USB Audio / Made for iPod / Works with iPhone |
Yes / AirPlay / AirPlay |
General
| Available Colors: Gold / Silver / Black / Silver-Gold |
No / No / Yes / No |
| Metal Front Panel |
Yes |
| System Remote Control |
RC039SR |
| Pre-Programmed / Learnable / LCD Display |
Yes / Yes / Yes |
| Power Consumption in W |
90 |
| Standby Consumption in W |
0.2 |
| CEC Standby Consumption in W |
0.5 |
| Network Control On Consumption in W |
3.7 |
Maximum Dimensions
Antenna:Horizontal:(W x D x H) in mm
Antenna:Vertical :(W x D x H) in mm
W/o Antenna:(W x D x H) in mm |
440 x 410 x 185
440 x 410 x 248
440 x 389 x 185 |
| Weight in kg |
13.7 |
