Marantz NR-1711 (2020 model) New!! upgrade HDMI 120Hz
Following the recent launch of its
8K-supporting SR-Series 2020 AV receivers
Marantz has now drawn the curtain on its first slimline 8K home cinema amplifier.
The NR1711 is the latest in a long line of slimline Marantz receivers each of which stands at around half the height of a standard model. But while it may be diminutive in size it certainly isnt found lacking when it comes to features. In fact the seven-channel 90-watt-per-channel amplifier supports many of the next-gen technologies and HDMI 2.1 features seen on the SR-Series.
Firstly there are HDMI connections (one input one output) that support 8K/60fps passthrough. These are complemented by a further five HDMI inputs that play ball with 4K/120fps video a number of HDR formats (Dolby Vision HLG Dynamic HDR and HDR10+) and immersive
Dolby Atmos
and
DTS:X
surround sound technologies.
HDMI eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) compatibility allows the direct transmission of these surround sound formats from TV apps to the receiver too.