Marantz SR8012 11.2-Ch 4K Ultra HD AV Surround Receiver

Description

Experience the peak
of Marantz AV expertise in the new flagship SR8012 – the first-ever
11.2-channel Marantz receiver that raises the bar for home theater. Envelop yourself
in thrilling and immersive surround sound with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro 3D,
the latest codecs able to drive overhead speakers for a true 3D sound
experience. The receiver’s 11 high-quality amplifier stages enhance audio
performance via carefully selected high-grade audio components including
Marantz Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules, or HDAMs, used in Current Feedback
topology. These pass the signal to the power stages, each providing 205W of
pure Marantz power and finesse to drive a full 7.1.4-channel home cinema setup
without the need for additional external amplifiers. And the SR8012 uses
advanced Marantz sound-tuning throughout, drawing in features from the
company’s Reference two-channel models, including a copper chassis and an
oversized, shielded toroidal transformer built to Marantz specification — plus
high-current main power supply capacitors also made to the Marantz engineers’
exacting standards.

With built-in HEOS technology, the SR8012 becomes a part of a HEOS wireless
multi-room music network, enabling you to enjoy your favorite music anywhere
around your home. Explore, browse, and play music from your music library,
online streaming music services, or thousands of internet radio stations, using
the free HEOS app.

Key Features

• 11.2
  channel AV Receiver with 205W per channel – Enough power to fill big rooms
  with renowned Marantz sound

• Latest
  HDMI standard for future-proof compatibility – 4K/60 Hz full-rate
  pass-through, 4:4:4 color resolution, HDR, BT.2020, Dolby Vision and HLG
  (Hybrid Log Gamma) pass-through

• High-end
  build-quality for the ultimate in audio performance – Single board per
  channel power amplifier design; centrally mounted, oversized toroidal
  transformer; copper-plated chassis

• Extended
  connectivity: ready to feed a TV and projector in parallel, and even a
  display in a second room – Eight HDMI inputs (including one front) with
  full HDCP 2.2 support; Three HDMI outputs (including Zone 2)

• eARC
  supports the most advanced audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via
  single HDMI connection between AVRs and compatible TVs – eARC (Enhanced
  Audio Return Channel) support via firmware update

• HD
  video quality from existing DVDs or analog sources – Analog to HDMI
  conversion and SD to HD/4K Upscaling

• Immersive
  3D sound with effects from overhead – Dolby Atmos (up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2),
  DTS:X™, and Auro-3D built-in

• Improved
  network stability especially in crowded homes – Built-in Wi-Fi with
  2.4GHz/5GHz dual band support

• Built-in
  HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Audio Technology – Integrated with other HEOS
  devices for whole-house entertainment

• Access
  to almost unlimited online music sources – AirPlay, Bluetooth, Internet
  Radio, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Deezer and more

• High
  Resolution audio streaming with gapless playback – DSD (2.8/5.6MHz), FLAC,
  ALAC and WAV support

• Delivering
  the ultimate optimization and equalization for your room – Audyssey MultEQ
  XT32, LFC, Sub EQ HT, Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ

• Hassle-free
  installation, setup and operation – Color-coded speaker terminals, Setup
  Assistant, Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App

• Energy-conscious
  without compromising on performance Intelligent ECO mode with off/on/auto
  setting

• Advanced
  multiroom options; 11.2-channel processing with pre-outs for all channels;
  RS232 control; Crestron Connected > Audio and video around the home;
  expandable surround; ready for third party home automation systems

The ultimate in
Marantz Build and Sound Quality

With unparalleled Marantz performance, the new
top-of-the-line SR8012 AV receiver is made for those wanting the ultimate audio
and video experience. Its symmetrical, monolithic amplifier design gives it 11
identical amplifier channels, each delivering 205W per channel, for seamless
surround sound integration. The design also brings to the Marantz AV receiver
line a large toroidal transformer, mounted centrally for mechanical balance, a
copper plated chassis, selected audio components throughout and high-grade
speaker terminals. The SR8012 opens a new chapter in the illustrious history of
Marantz AV receivers.

Latest HDMI
Connectivity; HDCP 2.2 Compatible

Along with eight HDMI inputs, including one conveniently
located on the front panel for quick connection, the SR8012 has an advanced
video section supporting the latest HDMI specification, including 4K Ultra HD
60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, High Dynamic Range (HDR) and 21:9
video, 3D and BT.2020. Dolby Vision pass-through support is available on every
input, with pass-through for HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), a new broadcast HDR
format, to be supported via a future firmware update. 

HDCP 2.2 compatibility for 4K Ultra HD copy-protected content means the SR8012
is ready for the next generation of Blu-ray disc players, set-top boxes and 4K
Ultra HD streams and downloads. Its video processor can transcode and upconvert
analog and digital video content to 4K Ultra HD, breathing new life into your
favorite legacy sources. Three HDMI outputs are provided – two for the main
zone, so you can run a TV and projector in parallel, and one for a second zone.

IMAX Enhanced

Get the most premium at-home entertainment experience with
IMAX Enhanced—the latest technology program from IMAX that sets a new standard
for image, sound, scale and content quality. Watch clearer pictures and
brighter images. Feel immersive, heart-pounding audio delivered by DTS. See
more picture on the largest screens. And experience premium content digitally
remastered by IMAX.

Dolby Atmos

Feel every dimension in Dolby Atmos. Dolby Atmos transports
you into the story with moving audio that flows all around you with
breathtaking realism. Enjoy a 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound speaker system and four
additional overhead speakers or four Dolby Atmos elevation speakers, without
the need for external amplification. Own 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 improved immersion and heightened realism draw you into the world
of your favorite movies. The included spatial remapping engine, DTS Neural:X™,
gives your movie, game and music collections a new lease on life! DTS:X brings
the theater home.

Auro-3D

Putting you in a cocoon of life-like sound. Auro-3D®
elevates the home theater experience to amazing new levels by delivering the
excitement of three-dimensional sound for music, games, broadcast, and films
while enhancing your existing audio-visual collection, thanks to Auromatic
up-mixing engine.

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 & Wi-Fi wireless streaming
connectivity, the SR8012 is equipped with an advanced dual antenna transceiver
system for robust streaming even in congested urban environments. With Apple’s
AirPlay compatibility, you can enjoy listing to your favorite tracks wirelessly
from your iOS device such as iPhone and iPad.

Introducing HEOS:
Your Perfect Solution for Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming

The SR8012’s built-in HEOS technology allows you to stream
and play back your favorite music wirelessly from literally unlimited sources.
Enjoy music from Spotify, TuneIn Internet Radio, Amazon Music, Sound Cloud,
Tidal, Napster, Deezer, or your local music file libraries (availability of
music services differ per country). With additional HEOS components like the
HEOS speaker range or other HEOS-capable receivers, you can play all your music
throughout the whole house. Control it all effortlessly with the free HEOS app.

Support for Major
Voice Control Agents

Enjoy effortless voice control and total flexibility from
the leading voice agents. Speak commands with Amazon Alexa , Google Assistant,
Apple Siri and high-end smart home automation, Josh.ai. Ask to play your
favorite music, turn the volume up, skip to the next track, switch inputs and
more. Switch between voice agents, or pick a favorite to use — the choice is
yours. Functionality varies by voice agent.

Amazon Alexa Voice
Control

Use your voice to stream your favorite music services to
this HEOS-enabled device. 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. 

Google Assistant
Voice Control

Ask your Google Home, Google app or other devices with
Google Assistant built-in to control content across your listening environment.
Start music in the HEOS app, then ask your Google Assistant to control volume,
play, pause, skip tracks and more. ‘Works with the Google Assistant’ feature is
always improving — further enhancements arrive in 2019. 

AirPlay 2 + Apple
Siri Voice Control

Stream audio from your favorite music services like Apple
Music and Spotify or watch videos from services like Youtube and Netflix from
any iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV and hear the audio perfectly synced to your
speakers Airplay 2 sources. 

Airplay 2 also supports multi-room audio – wirelessly stream
content to multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices simultaneously with improved
audio buffering to ensure smooth audio playback. AirPlay 2 provides control and
grouping of compatible audio devices within the Apple Music or Home app. Use
Airplay 2 in-app or with your voice via Siri.

Josh.ai Smart Home
Voice Automation

An elevated voice agent for the high-end smart home, Josh.ai
offers flexible voice control for nearly any aspect of your day-to-day
experience and entertainment environment. Use voice commands to control the
thermostat, lights, home appliances, speakers, AVR and more. Josh.ai is
installed by custom integrators and accessed through an app on your phone or
tablet. Works with iOS and Android devices. 

Marantz AVR Remote
App

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. Control power, volume, input and settings, or
switch within the app 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

Discover the incredible fidelity of high-resolution audio
with the SR8012’s 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). Play hi-res music 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

For optimum fidelity and the widest dynamic range with
lowest distortion, the SR8012 features advanced reference-class 32-bit AKM D/A
converters on all channels. This ensures consistent high fidelity and precise
channel matching across all channels for the ultimate listening experience.

High Grade Audio
Components; Marantz HDAM and Current Feedback Topology

Featuring exclusive Marantz HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier
Module) technology found on our Reference Series components, the SR8012
incorporates multiple HDAM modules, which provide superior low noise, wideband
performance in an all-discrete configuration compared to conventional op amp
ICs. HDAM technology provides an ultra-fast slew rate for true wideband
response and maximum dynamic range to deliver optimum sound quality with
today’s high-resolution audio formats. In addition to HDAM technology, the
SR8012 also features Current Feedback instead of the typical voltage feedback
configuration. A Marantz innovation introduced on our very first audiophile
amplifiers more than 60 years ago, Current Feedback technology provides a wide,
closed-loop bandwidth and very high slew rate, delivering superior fidelity
with wideband audio sources.

Advanced Audyssey
MultEQ XT32

Equipped with the flagship Audyssey suite of features, the
SR8012 features Audyssey MultEQ XT32 automatic room acoustic correction using
advanced DSP algorithms. With the supplied measurement microphone, it analyzes
the output of each speaker (including the subwoofers) at up to eight
measurement locations, then generates precision digital filters that optimize
each channel for the best possible sound. 

Audyssey Dynamic Volume smooths out annoying jumps in volume (such as TV
commercials), letting you listen at lower levels while still enjoying clear
dialogue, music and sound effects, and still provides full-range clarity. 

Audyssey Low Frequency Containment uses advanced psychoacoustic algorithms to
deliver a full-range balance, including deep bass, without disturbing close-by
neighbors or those in other rooms. Plus, it features a multi-step
adjustment. 

Audyssey Sub EQ HT provides individual DSP tailoring of each subwoofer in a
dual subwoofer setup, allowing deeper bass with improved definition when
compared to a single subwoofer configuration.

The Audyssey MultEQ
Editor App

The SR8012 supports the brand-new Audyssey MultEQ Editor
app. Go ‘under the hood’ to 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.

• Edit
  the EQ frequency adjustment range for each channel pair.

• Switch
  between 2 high frequency roll-off 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

The SR8012 has a range of features to provide enhanced
control and compatibility with third party and custom integration solutions,
including IP control, either via wired LAN connection or Wi-Fi. For
compatibility with other components, there’s a remote control input and output
on the rear panel, plus a flasher input and a 12V trigger output. For direct
connection to external home automation and control equipment, use the RS-232C
serial port. The SR8012 also features Crestron Connected for quick and easy
integration with home automation equipment.

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 SR8012 supports two subwoofers: 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 SR8012
delivers: you can enjoy 7.1-channel surround sound in the main room and play
stereo sound from another source in a different part of the house at the same
time. Simply connect a pair of stereo speakers to the multi-room amplified
outputs, or hook up a separate stereo amp and speakers to the Zone 2 pre-outs.

Smart TV Connectivity

Via the HDMI CEC (consumer electronics control)
functionality on some Smart TVs, it’s possible to control the SR8012 with the
TV’s remote handset. With the receiver’s “HDMI control” set to ON,
set “Smart Menu” receiver control functions. The TV’s Smart Menu home
screen will provide direct access to source and surround mode selections, the
main setup menu and Smart Select configuration presets.

Simple Smart Select
Functions

The SR8012 has four Smart Select buttons on the front panel
and the remote control: each stores a preferred setup – input, volume and
Audyssey configuration – for a source. Push one button and the SR8012 can be
perfectly configured for anything, from Blu-ray to your favorite Internet radio
station.

Easy To Setup, Easy
To Use

For easy installation, the SR8012’s horizontal row of
premium loudspeaker terminals is color coded, with a set of matching
cable-labels supplied to ensure correct hook-up. The AVR’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. 

More than 60 Years of
Audiophile Heritage

Founded in 1953, Marantz has a long and rich
history of designing audio components embraced by music lovers and critical
listeners around the world. Because Music Matters so much in our lives, the
SR8012 carries on our long tradition of delivering superlative stereo
listening, as well as the ultimate home theater experience.