Marantz AV7706 11.2-Channel Network Preamplifier with HEOS

The AV7706 is tuned by Marantz sound masters to deliver a unique, musical sonic signature from nearly any source.

This preamp is engineered to provide versatile setup options. Featuring 11.2-channel XLR and RCA pre-outs, the AV7706 is built for use with high-quality external power amplification or active speakers for audiophile sound. It uses an HDAM circuit board to help the preamp section provide optimal channel separation, minimum crosstalk, and an enhanced signal-to-noise ratio for precise detail resolution and stereo imaging, while the ELNA capacitors of the analog section help offer augmented power and dynamic ability.

Eight HDMI inputs and three outputs are onboard to accommodate your favorite sources. One HDMI input supports 8K/60 Hz or 4K/120 Hz pass-through, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, Dolby Vision, HLG, HDR10, 21:9 video, 3D, and BT.2020 pass-through; HDCP 2.3 copyright protection is supported on all HDMI inputs, allowing you take your home entertainment up a notch with HDR10+, Dynamic HDR, ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), QMS (Quick Media Switching), and QFT (Quick Frame Transport) support. The processor can also upscale your native video source to near-8K quality.

eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) supports the transmission of 3D audio from your display’s apps over a single HDMI cable for a simple setup.

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro-3D, DTS Neural:X, and DTS Virtual:X are designed to create realistic surround sound, positioning and moving individual sounds to nearly any virtual point in your room, including overhead, using up-firing or dedicated overhead speakers. DTS Virtual:X creates virtual height effects in 7.1-, 5.1-, or 2.1-channel speaker arrangements.

IMAX Enhanced certification designates that the AV7706 meets certain audio and video performance criteria set by a committee of IMAX and DTS engineers and A/V technical specialists. These criteria include image, sound, scale, and content quality. Onboard IMAX calibrated modes are set and approved by Hollywood colorists to help provide enhanced picture and sound for HDR UHD content.

Ask Alexa to play music from Pandora, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. You can switch between inputs, adjust the volume, pause, mute, and play the next song, all with your voice.

Ask the Google Assistant built into your compatible device to control content across your listening environment. Start music in the HEOS app, then ask your Google Assistant to control volume, playback, and more.

Josh.ai is designed to offer flexible voice control for the AV7706 and the rest of your compatible smart home. It is installed by custom integrators and accessed through an app on your iOS or Android phone or tablet.

Stream audio from your favorite music services like Apple Music and Spotify or watch videos from services like YouTube and Netflix from any iOS, Mac, or Apple TV device and hear the audio synced to your speakers with AirPlay 2. Wireless multi-room audio is also supported, allowing you to wirelessly stream content to multiple AirPlay 2-compatible devices simultaneously with enhanced audio buffering to help ensure smooth audio playback. AirPlay 2 also 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.

The AV7706 is equipped with a dual-antenna system that allows streaming via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, or the HEOS app. In addition to streaming to the preamp over Bluetooth, you can also stream from the preamp to your Bluetooth headphones or speakers, or to headphones and speakers simultaneously. This is convenient if you have a family member or friend who is hearing impaired, to accommodate their headphones and in-room speakers.