2018 Marantz AV8805

[AVSjd]

The new "flagship" Marantz AV8805 should be released mid/late February 2018.  AVS is now taking pre-orders.

Overview:
The versatile Marantz AV8805 pre-amplifier redefines audiophile home cinema and music listening with an unprecedented 13.2 channel processing capability, and supports virtually any high-resolution multichannel audio format. Immerse yourself in three-dimensional audio with the latest surround formats like Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or Auro-3D. Enjoy enhanced audio quality supported by our proprietary current feedback and HDAM technology that passes signals through 15.2 channel XLR or 15.2 RCA outputs. Stream music throughout your home with HEOS multi-room listening and full wireless connectivity through the HEOS app or Amazon Alexa Voice Control, supported by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Apple Airplay. With the Marantz AV8805, you get incredible fidelity and unparalleled audio precision.

Key Features:
· 13.2 channel processing with 15.2 channel XLR and RCA outputs and flexible pre-amplifier stages — ideal for the advanced home cinema enthusiast
· Enjoy immersive, three-dimensional sound with the latest surround formats including Dolby Atmos (up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4), DTS:X and Auro-3D (up to 13.1)
· High-performance 192kHz/32bit D/A converters for all channels provide the highest resolution for music and movies
· Audyssey MultEQ XT32, LFC, Sub EQ HT, Dynamic Volume and DynamicEQ deliver equalization to best suit your listening environment
· Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz/5GHz dual band support offer improved network stability even in Wi-Ficrowded homes
· Listen from any room of your home with HEOS wireless music streaming technology and the HEOS app
· Ultimate visual quality with 4K/60 Hz full-rate pass-through, 4:4:4 color resolution, HDR, BT.2020, Dolby Vision and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) pass-through
· eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) functionality via firmware update supports the most advanced surround and object-based audio formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via single HDMI connection between AVRs and compatible TVs
· Eight HDMI inputs, including one on the front, with full HDCP 2.2 support, plus three HDMI outputs (zones), plenty of inputs for your digital devices and the ability to support different video in different rooms
· Analog to HDMI conversion and SD to HD/4K Upscaling for legacy video sources, plus full HD and even Ultra HD video quality from existing DVDs or analog sources
· Stream music from AirPlay, Bluetooth, TuneIn Internet radio, Pandora, Spotify, SiriusXM, Amazon Prime Music, TIDAL and more via the HEOS app
· Network music streaming supported via DSD (2.8/5.6MHz), FLAC, ALAC and WAVsupport for high-resolution, Hi-
Fi listening
· Installation and operation are seamless with the Setup Assistant and Marantz AVR Remote app
Sophisticated Engineering:
The 13.2 channel AV8805 with 15.2 channel XLR and RCA outputs provide a flexible yet detailed pre-amplifier stage
for the advanced home cinema enthusiast. Enjoy it with acoustically matching Marantz MM series power amplifiers,
like the MM8077, and immerse yourself in three-dimensional audio provided by the latest integrated surround
formats, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D. Auro-3D will be enabled via a future firmware update at no
additional charge. Marantz proprietary HDAM technology combines matched-precision discrete circuit elements with
ultra-wide-end response for a wider soundstage and refined musical reproduction while built-in Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
streaming and HEOS support, plus Apple AirPlay compatibility, let you stream and enjoy your favorite audio
wirelessly.

Latest HDMI Connectivity; HDCP 2.2 Compatible:
The Marantz AV8805 is future-compatible, with the latest HDMI 2.0b (hardware upgradeable to HDMI 2.1 at a future date when sent in to the factory repair center, United Radio, Syracuse, NY) and HDCP 2.2 specifications on all eight HDMI inputs. AV8805 supports 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, High Dynamic Range (HDR) and 21:9 video, 3D, and BT.2020 pass-through on every input. It is compatible with 4K Ultra HD Blu ray disc players, set top boxes and other 4K Ultra HD sources. Dolby Vision compatibility, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), new HDR format for
broadcasting and pass-through capability are also supported.

Dolby Atmos:
Feel every dimension in Dolby Atmos with object-based audio formatting that creates a truly immersive listening experience. Enjoy a 7.1 surround sound speaker system and six additional overhead speakers or Dolby Atmos elevation speakers for the ultimate home theater experience — including Dolby Surround upmixer for legacy content.

DTS:X:
DTS:X™ immersive audio places sound where it would occur naturally in space, creating a lifelike, multi-dimensional audio experience in the home. The included spatial remapping engine of DTS Neural:X™ offers improved immersion and heightened realism in all of your favorite movies.

Auro-3D:
By fully immersing the listener in life-like sound, Auro-3D provides a more encapsulating surround sound experience thanks to dedicated height and overhead channels in addition to the regular channels. Auro-3D will be enabled via future firmware update at no additional charge.

HDMI eARC Object-Based Audio Support:
eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) supports the transmission of 3D audio from your TV apps with a single HDMI connection for the simplest setup. This feature will be enabled via a future firmware update.

Built-in Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and AirPlay Capability:
Featuring Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless streaming connectivity, the AV8805 is equipped with an advanced dual antenna transceiver system for robust streaming even in congested urban environments. Plus, with Apple AirPlay compatibility, you can enjoy listening to your favorite audio content wirelessly from your iOS devices such as an iPhone or iPad.

HEOS: Your Perfect Solution for Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming:
Built-in HEOS technology lets you enjoy your favorite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience. Play the same song in every room, or select a different song for each connected room — the choice is yours. Also works with Amazon Alexa, providing cutting-edge voice control and incredible sound for all of your home entertainment. Enjoy music from Spotify, TuneIn Internet radio, Sound Cloud, Tidal, Napster, Deezer or your local music file libraries. With additional HEOS components like the HEOS speaker range or other HEOScapable receivers, you can play all your music in one room or many.

HEOS + Amazon Alexa:
Use your voice to stream your favorite music services to this HEOS-enabled AV Receiver. Ask Alexa to play music from Pandora, Spotify, Amazon Music and much more. Switch between inputs (Blu-ray, DVD, Media Player, etc.), turn volume up or down, pause, mute and play the next song — all with your voice.
To start streaming with Alexa voice commands, open the Alexa app and select “Skills.” Add HEOS Home Entertainment to enable. Then, go to Smart Home in the Alexa app menu and choose Devices and Discover or say “Alexa, discover my devices.” With HEOS Home Entertainment and Alexa, you can stream to this product and any other HEOS-enabled device.

Marantz 2016 AVR Remote:
Re-designed from the ground up, the Marantz 2016 AVR Remote app gives you unprecedented control over the latest generation of Marantz network AV Receivers, from iOS and Android phones and tablets. Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have been completely overhauled: control power, volume, input and settings, or switch to the HEOS app to access an incredible range of music content and streaming services, all with full HEOS wireless multi-room control.

Hi-Res Audio:
The AV8805 lets you discover the incredible fidelity of high resolution audio tracks with the ability to decode up to 24-bit/192- kHz ALAC, FLAC and WAV lossless files as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks (the audiophile format of SACD) via the front panel USB port and network sources. Or, listen to other popular file types such as MP3.

Advanced 32-bit D/A Conversion On All Channels:
The Marantz AV8805 features premium grade AK4490 32-bit DACs on all channels and XLR input and outputs. There's a balanced XLR stereo input that's assignable as well as 15.2 balanced XLR outputs, which includes the two subwoofer outputs, front height/width outputs and overhead channels. This extensive balanced XLR compatibility ensures high-end performance in the home and the studio, while 15.2 pre-outs (RCA jacks) provide additional compatibility with multiple power amplifier types.

High-Grade Components:
The AV8805 features the latest Marantz proprietary HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) components, which consist of matched-precision discrete selected circuit elements on a compact sub-board along with ultra-wideband response (100 kHz, -3 dB) for an open soundstage with refined detail reproduction.

Advanced Audyssey MultEQ XT32:
Equipped with the full Audyssey Platinum suite of advanced DSP algorithms, the AV8805 features Audyssey MultEQ XT32 automatic room acoustic correction. With the supplied measurement microphone, MultEQ XT32 analyzes each speaker's output (including the subwoofers) at up to eight measurement locations and generates precision digital filters that optimize each channel for the correct frequency and time domain response. Plus, the Audyssey MultEQ Editor app lets you view and adjust settings for detailed tuning and customize the sound more precisely to your room and tastes.

The Audyssey MultEQ Editor App:
The AV8805 supports the brand-new Audyssey MultEQ Editor App. Go ‘under the hood’, view and adjust settings for detailed tuning, customize the sound more precisely to the specific problems in your room, and tailor the sound to your personal preferences. View the speaker detection results, to check correct installation. View before and after results of the Audyssey calibration, making it easy to identify room problems. Edit the Audyssey target curve for each channel pair to suit your tastes. Adjust the EQ frequency adjustment range for each channel pair. Switch between 2 high frequency rolloff target curves. Enable/disable midrange compensation to make the vocal region brighter or smoother. Save and load calibration results. The Audyssey MultEQ Editor app, for Android and iOS, is available for purchase from the Apple AppStore or Google Play Store.

External Control Capabilities:
For remote control compatibility with other components in your home theater system, the AV8805 features an IR (infrared) remote control input and output on the rear panel, along with dual 12V trigger outputs. For direct connection to external home automation and control equipment, the AV8805 features an RS-232C serial port with Control4 SDDP (Simple Device Detection Protocol) and Crestron Connected certification for quick and easy integration with Control4 and Crestron home automation equipment.

Audyssey Sub EQ HT Dual Subwoofer Outputs:
A single subwoofer demands optimal placement to avoid audible peaks and dips in the low-frequency response at the main listening position. The AV8805 supports two subwoofers (separate level/delay settings): used in different locations, these will even out the low-frequency response for more accurate bass anywhere in the room.

Multi-source/Multi-room:
Whatever your family's entertainment needs, the AV8805 delivers: you can enjoy 13.2-channel surround sound in the main room, and at the same time play stereo sound from another source in a different part of the house. There are versatile configuration options thanks to the 13 channel processing capability.

Smart TV Connectivity:
The Marantz AV8805 may be controlled with your Smart TV remote via the HDMI CEC functionality associated with your Smart TV. Simply set “HDMI Control” to ON in your receiver, then set “Smart Menu” to ON and begin controlling the AV8805 with your TV remote. The Smart Menu home screen provides you quick access to source and surround mode selections, the AVR's setup menu and four Smart
Selects.

Simple Smart Select Functions:
The AV8805 has four Smart Select buttons on the remote control: each stores a preferred setup – input, volume and Audyssey configuration – for a particular source. Push one button and the AV8805 can be perfectly configured for anything, from Blu-ray or your TV set-top box to your favorite Internet radio station.

Easy To Setup, Easy To Use:
For easy installation, the AV8805's clear graphical on-screen display has an exclusive Setup Assistant, combining with the Quick Start guide to provide guidance and optimize critical settings for the best possible sound quality, whatever your configuration.

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[Baseball0618]

I have the 7704 AVR and it's a great piece of kit.  I am sure this takes it to the next level.

[AVSMike]

I have the 7704 AVR and it's a great piece of kit.  I am sure this takes it to the next level.

Yes, it definitely does. The 8805 gets you something that customers have been waiting for, for a long time. The ability to have two more speakers that can be used on the lower level or upper level. To be able to get this without having to spend 15k to 20k to get it.

[bmoney]

i hate and love this place all at the same time..I finally have my divorce threatened PJ paid off....and now I want another upgrade from my x7200wa

cmon!! haha

[AVSjd]

Front Wide speaker capability is brought back as well.

[AVSCraig]

i hate and love this place all at the same time..I finally have my divorce threatened PJ paid off....and now I want another upgrade from my x7200wa

cmon!! haha

Here it is - your wife will never notice the difference ! 

[AVSMike]

Front Wide speaker capability is brought back as well.

Yep, that would be the 9 on the lower level. I wish that I could do this, but they would be in the middle of my entrance.

[AVSjd]

The Auro 3D firmware is not installed on the early production units being released in a few weeks but rather will be released via a free firmware update the last week of May.

[Paul Heroy]

If the Emotiva RMC-1 actually gets released soon, at maybe a similar price* the comparison to the 8805 should be really interesting. One notable difference could be support for an HDMI 2.1 upgrade by Marantz where the Emotiva doesn't appear to offer that.

(*MSRP is $500 more for the RMC-1 but I expect the 8805 to be discounted by AVS and elsewhere so there could be a bigger disparity.)

[AVSjd]

If the Emotiva RMC-1 actually gets released soon, at maybe a similar price* the comparison to the 8805 should be really interesting. One notable difference could be support for an HDMI 2.1 upgrade by Marantz where the Emotiva doesn't appear to offer that.

(*MSRP is $500 more for the RMC-1 but I expect the 8805 to be discounted by AVS and elsewhere so there could be a bigger disparity.)

Call for pricing as we have a pre-order list started.

[AVSjd]

We should be receiving our first shipment of this "flagship" pre/pro the last week of February.  Pre-orders will take the first shipment so best to get your pre-order in now.

[AVSjd]

We now have the new Marantz AV8805 available for purchase.   

[AVSjd]

AVScience is currently in negotiation with Auro Technologies to purchase a bulk order of Auro 3D Demo Discs Vol 2. Once received (which may be awhile as they are currently out of stock), we will provide a disc free of charge to all customers who have already purchased or plan on purchasing a 2017 Auro 3D capable Denon/Marantz model (to include the X8500H/AV8805).