Based on the Marantz SR7015 AV receiver, the Marantz AV7706 AV processor was developed, which received the same functionality, only without built-in power amplifiers. According to the manufacturer, they should be replaced by external power amplifiers, which will provide even more impressive performance. Marantz recommends pairing with models such as the Marantz MM8077 7-channel power amplifier, the Marantz MM7055 5-channel amplifier , or the Marantz MM7025 2-channel amplifier .
Line outputs (including balanced) in the Marantz AV7706 are controlled by a dedicated HDAM sound card. The result is increased slew rate, wider frequency range, improved channel separation and superior dynamics. Each channel of the Marantz AV7706 has a 32-bit AKM AK4458 DAC, which supports playback of Hi-Res formats, including DSD (up to 11.2 MHz), via USB and local network. The processor received the same design and housing construction as the SR7015 receiver, equipped with an amplification system: a metal front panel, a reinforced chassis, a display under the lid, and a second display in the form of a central porthole. Like the receiver, the Marantz AV7706 processor supports an HDMI 2.1 connection, passing through an 8K 60 Hz video signal, or the 4K 120 Hz option, which is especially popular in gaming. The eARC system will allow the TV volume control to be adapted to the entire system. ALLM, HDR10+, VRR, QMS and QFT are provided.
The Griffin Lite dual DSP processor will power the 11.2 preamp configuration with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X capabilities. The device is IMAX Enhanced certified and supports Auro 3D. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 room correction is provided. Also among the functions: dynamic volume, dynamic equalizer, LFC, Sub EQ HT.
For auto-calibration of speakers, the Marantz AV7706 uses the Audyssey MultEQ XT32 system with a “platinum” set of DSP algorithms. Technologies supported are Dynamic Volume (evens out the volume level, which is important when watching programs with advertising blocks), Dynamic EQ (optimizes the frequency response to obtain clear sound with full bass even at low volumes) and LFC (does not allow low frequencies to penetrate into adjacent rooms). There is Sub EQ HT technology to coordinate the operation of two subwoofers.
The AV processor uses dual-band Wi-Fi and built-in Bluetooth. AirPlay2 is supported and work in the HEOS wireless multiroom ecosystem makes it possible to “command” all its components through one application that allows you to broadcast local network files and streaming audio of web services over the air to HEOS devices, incl. Deezer, Spotify Connect, TuneIn, Amazon Music and TIDAL. You can control the Marantz AV7706 from the remote control, application or Amazon Alexa voice assistant.
Specifications Marantz AV7706
Number of channels 11.2
Built-in discrete HDAM amplifier modules
Current feedback supported
Input sensitivity 200 mV (analog input)
Frequency range 10 Hz – 100 kHz (+ 1, – 3 dB, Direct mode, analog connectors)
Signal-to-noise ratio 105 dB (Analog Line Jacks, Direct Mode)
Distortion Rate 0.005% (20 Hz – 20 kHz, Direct Mode, Analog Line Jacks)
Output Voltage 1.2 V (RCA), 2.4 V (XLR)
IMAX Enhanced Certified Yes, Decoding and processing
Built-in decoders (main) Dolby Atmos (up to 7.1.4 with additional 2-channel power amplifier), DTS:X (up to 7.1.4 with additional 2-channel power amplifier), DTS Virtual:X, Auro-3D, DTS HD, DTS ES, DTS 96/24, DTS Express, DTS Neural:X, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Surround
Pure Direct, Direct modes
DAC 11 x AKM AK4458
Supports HEOS wireless ecosystem yes
Scaler analog and HDMI source – > HDMI output: 1080p, 4K (3840 x 2160, 60/50 Hz), 8K 60/50
Supported audio formats (via LAN and USB) MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, FLAC HD (24 bit/192 kHz), ALAC (24 bit/192 kHz), WAV (24 bit/192 kHz), DSD (up to 5.6 MHz)
Compressed audio enhancer MDAX2
Gapless playback mode for FLAC, WAV, ALAC, DSD
Supported Deezer web services , Spotify Connect, TuneIn, Amazon Music and TIDAL, etc.
Automatic speaker calibration system Audyssey MultEQ XT32
ISF certification for professional. video calibration yes
ISF (day)/ISF (night) modes yes
Audyssey Dynamic EQ/Dynamic Volume yes
Audyssey Sub EQ HT/LFC yes
Audyssey MultEQ Editor App support for finer correction of speaker calibration settings yes
Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b /g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
Bluetooth version 4.2 + EDR
Support 8K 60/50 Hz, 4K Ultra HD 4K (50/120 Hz, 4:4:4 Pure Color)
HDMI signal pass-through in standby mode
Pass-through 3D video pass-through available
Pass-through signal in 4K resolution
FL display 2 pcs.: round and regular two-line
AirPlay2 support
Control via Marantz 2016 AVR Remote app for iOS, Android and Amazon Kindle Fire tablets yes
IP control yes
Voice control via Amazon Alexa supported with Amazon Echo device
Number of additional zones 2
Setup Assistant system yes
Inputs 8 x HDMI (8K 60/50, 4K/120 Hz, HDCP 2.3, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG, BT.2020, 4:4:4 Pure Color, 3D, 21:9 video, one HDMI is located on the facade under the cover) , 3 component, 4 composite, 7.1 channel RCA, 6 line RCA, MM phono input (RCA), 2 coaxial, 2 optical, USB (iPod/iPhone compatible), LAN port
Outputs 3 x HDMI (one with extended eARC return channel, one for zone 2), component, 2 composite, two RCA for zone 2 and 3, 11.2 channel RCA, 11.2 channel XLR, 6.3 mm headphone jack
Other 3.5 mm connection for calibration microphone, RS-232C, two trigger outputs (3.5 mm), IR input, 2 system bus connectors, ground terminal, AM/FM antenna jacks, two Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna jacks
Supports CEC control protocol for operation with Smart TV yes
Power consumption 60 W, standby: 0.2 W
Remote control RC037SR
Dimensions (WxHxD) 440x185x411 mm (with antennas in horizontal position); 440x247x411 mm (with antennas raised); 440x185x392 (without antennas)
Weight 10.4 kg
