Marantz AV 30

Marantz AV 30 – Reference 11.4-Channel AV Preamplifier

The Marantz AV 30 is a high-end AV preamplifier designed for serious home cinema and large media rooms. Built with fully balanced signal paths, advanced room correction, and support for the latest immersive audio formats, it delivers precise control, expansive dynamics, and refined Marantz sound.

Key Features

• 11.4-channel balanced preamplifier: Fully balanced XLR outputs for all channels, including four independent subwoofers
• Immersive 3D audio support: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, AURO-3D, and IMAX Enhanced decoding
• Advanced room correction: Audyssey MultEQ XT32 included, with optional Dirac Live support
• 8K-ready HDMI connectivity: Seven HDMI inputs with full 8K Ultra HD and eARC support
• HEOS built-in streaming: High-resolution music streaming and multi-room playback via the HEOS app

Customer Benefits

The AV 30 gives you complete control over a high-performance home theatre system. Its balanced architecture and powerful processing deliver cleaner sound, greater channel separation, and accurate spatial imaging, while flexible calibration options help tailor performance precisely to your room.

Quick Specs

• Processing channels: 11.4
• HDMI inputs: 7 (8K compatible) + eARC
• Audio formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, AURO-3D, IMAX Enhanced
• Room correction: Audyssey MultEQ XT32, Dirac Live upgradable
• Streaming platform: HEOS built-in
• Power consumption: 80 W
• Standby consumption: 0.2 W
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 44.2 x 39.6 x 19.1 cm (without antenna)
• Weight: 11.1 kg

What’s in the Box

• Marantz AV 30 AV preamplifier
• Remote control
• Batteries
• AM/FM antennas
• Audyssey microphone
• Microphone stand
• External detachable antennas
• AC power cable
• Documentation

Use Cases / Ideal For

Ideal for dedicated home theatres and high-end media rooms requiring advanced processing, balanced signal paths, and support for immersive surround formats. Designed to pair with external power amplifiers for maximum system flexibility.

Compatibility

Compatible with external power amplifiers via balanced XLR and RCA outputs, modern TVs via HDMI eARC, network streaming via HEOS, and a wide range of HDMI, digital, and analogue source components.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Fully balanced design with extensive channel support
• Wide range of immersive audio formats
• Excellent room correction and calibration options
• Premium Marantz build and sound signature

⚠️ Cons:

• Requires external power amplifiers to operate
• Advanced setup may be complex for first-time users

The Marantz AV 30 stands as a powerful foundation for reference-grade home cinema systems. With advanced processing, flexible calibration, and refined analogue design, it delivers immersive performance and long-term system versatility.