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Marantz AV8003 SSP and MM8003 8-Channel Power Amplifier

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Marantz AV8003 SSP and MM8003 8-Channel Power Amplifier

Details: Created on 19 October 2009; Written by Chris Heinonen; Published on 19 October 2009

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Introduction:

The first receiver that I remember having in the house was a classic Marantz model. Unfortunately I was too young back then to realize the quality of that component, or even recognize the name, and at some point that receiver was replaced with a much more generic, mass market model with newer features. Marantz is still one of the most well known companies in high end audio and video today, and is still putting out high end components that are aimed at people who value performance over bells and whistles.

Specifications

AV8003
Design: A/V Processor
Channels: 7.1; RCA and XLR Outputs for All Channels
Codecs: All Dolby Digital Codecs including Dolby TrueHD, All DTS Codecs including DTS-HD Master Audio
THX Ultra2 Certified
DACs: TI 32-bit 24/192 on All Channels
Three Additional Zones
Inputs: Four HDMI (1.3a), 3 Coaxial Digital, 4 Stereo Analog Audio Pairs (RCA/XLR for CD Player), 3 Optical, 4 S-Video, 4 Component Video, 2 Composite Video, 7.1 Audio
Outputs: RCA and XLR Audio, 2 HDMI, 1 Coaxial Digital, 1 Optical, 4 S-Video, 2 Component Video, 4 Composite Video, Trigger (to turn on other equipment)
Ethernet Connection for Playing Music and Video from DLNA sources
Dimensions: 7.5" H x 17.5" W x 15.25" D
Weight: 25.6 Pounds
MSRP: $2,600 USA
MM8003 Power Amplifier
Power Outut: 140 Watts RMS x 8 into 8 Ohms, All Channels Driven
THD+N: 0.08% at 8 Ohms
MFR: 8 Hz - 100 kHz, ± 3 dB
RCA and XLR inputs on All Channels
Dimensions: 7.5" H x 17.25" W x 15.25" D
Weight: 39.5 Pounds
MSRP: $2,400 USA