Marantz has kept its word with the Marantz AV 10 preamp processor and AMP 10 amplifier from the CINEMA series. They are “made for each other”, although, despite the mutual synergy and harmony of design, they are quite ready to work separately. Compatibility with any other related devices is ensured by audio signal switching on both unbalanced RCA and balanced and XLR connectors.
Marantz AV 10
At the same time, the preamplifier-processor Marantz AV 10, in addition to the expected decoding of Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and even Auro 3D sound, received a DAC with switchable filtering. The Sound Master setting, according to the manufacturer, is ready to create “warm, rich and detailed Marantz sound.”
The unit is equipped with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 room correction and is capable of driving home theater systems in configurations up to 17.4. The Marantz AV 10 has seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs, all of which support 8K. The new on-screen interface is also high-definition.
Marantz AMP 10
The AMP 10 amplifier is a 16-channel unit capable of delivering 400 or 200 watts per channel with the resistance of the connected speakers, respectively, 4 or 8 ohms. There is a bi-amping mode for band-by-band connection, and in bridge mode (in AMP 10 this is also possible), the selected amplification channels can be combined in pairs. As a result, 400 watts of power will be obtained for an 8-ohm load.
Output
The AMP 10’s total output level can be seen on the round dial indicator in the center of the front panel. The AV 10 also has a similar indication in the corporate “porthole” style – the selected input and volume level are visible here. Both devices are available in black finish. The front panels are equipped with side lighting in the spirit of the 40n model .
Price
The Marantz AV 10 preamplifier and the AMP 10 amplifier cost the same in Europe, 7,000 euros each.