Description

Description

The Marantz AV 20 is a reference-grade 13.4-channel balanced AV preamplifier and processor designed for high-end home cinema installations. Released in May 2025, it serves as a more compact and affordable alternative to the flagship AV 10 while maintaining similar build quality and reference-level performance.

Key Features

  • 13.4 Channel Processing: Supports a wide variety of speaker layouts, such as a full 7.4.6 immersive setup, with 13.4-channel outputs via both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA connectors. 
  • Immersive Audio: Complete support for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Auro-3D, and IMAX Enhanced formats.
  • Advanced Video: Features seven 8K-compatible HDMI 2.1 inputs and three HDMI outputs (supporting 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz pass-through). 
  • Acoustic Room Tuning: Includes Audyssey MultEQ XT32 out of the box, with a paid upgrade path for Dirac Live and Dirac Live Bass Control. 
  • Audiophile Construction: Built with Marantz’s proprietary HDAM SA-3 discrete circuitry, 32-bit AKM DACs with jitter reduction, and a copper-plated chassis with a toroidal power transformer.
  • Wireless Connectivity: HEOS Built-in for multi-room streaming, plus support for AirPlay 2, Bluetooth (with retransmit for headphones), and Roon-Ready status.

Technical Specifications

Category Details
Max Processing Channels 13.4
HDMI Inputs / Outputs 7 (all 8K rear) / 3
Video Standards 8K/60Hz AB, 4K/120Hz AB, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR
Subwoofer Outputs 4 Independent outputs (XLR and RCA)
DSP / DAC Dual-core Analog Devices SHARC DSP / 32-bit DACs
Gaming Support ALLM, VRR, QFT, and Nvidia FreeSync
Analog Inputs Phono (MM), Balanced XLR (2), 5 RCA inputs
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