Marantz AV 20 – Reference AV Processor / Preamplifier (Black) 

The Marantz AV 20 is built for home theatre owners who are ready to move beyond an all-in-one receiver and into true reference-level, "separates" home cinema — where each component does one job, and does it exceptionally well. 

Here's the simple explanation: unlike a standard receiver, the AV 20 doesn't power your speakers directly — it's the "brain" of the system. It handles all the switching, decoding, and sound processing, then sends a pristine signal out to a dedicated power amplifier (such as the Marantz AMP 20), which does the muscle work. This separation is what serious home cinema enthusiasts choose, because it keeps the delicate processing stage completely isolated from the power stage, resulting in cleaner, more detailed sound. 

The AV 20 processes up to 13.4 channels, giving you the scope to build an expansive, fully immersive Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro or Auro-3D layout with height and ceiling speakers. Seven 8K-ready HDMI inputs and three outputs (with eARC) future-proof it for next-generation consoles and displays, while four independent subwoofer outputs let you fine-tune bass response precisely across the room. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 room correction is built in, with Dirac Live available as an upgrade for those who want to take acoustic calibration even further. 

Every AV 20 is hand-tuned in Japan by a Marantz Sound Master, using the brand's discrete HDAM circuitry and a copper-plated chassis to deliver a refined, dynamic sound that stays composed even in the busiest movie scenes. Built-in HEOS streaming, AirPlay 2 and Roon Ready support bring your entire music library into the system effortlessly. 

For the home cinema owner who wants no compromises — only the best possible foundation for their system — the AV 20 is where a truly reference-grade theatre begins. 

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