MARANTZ CINEMA 50 (BLACK)

Premium 9.4 channel 110-watt-per-channel amplification, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced and Auro 3D, 8K Ultra HD, and HEOS® Built-in streaming. CINEMA 50 is a powerful AV receiver for very high- performance home theaters.

Peerless Performance
Immersive spaciousness, warm and rich tone, and lifelike dynamics are legendary hallmarks of Marantz sound.

Technology Leader
CINEMA 50 abounds with the latest immersive audio formats, 8K video, room optimization, streaming, and more technology to simplify and elevate your enjoyment.

Exquisite Design
A modern expression of timeless design principles, CINEMA 50 features the iconic Marantz porthole, symmetrical design, and front panel controls elegantly hidden from view.

Specifications

Power and processing:
*9-channel amplifier
*110 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD, with 2 channels driven
*Marantz's Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM) offer exquisite detail and dynamic range while reducing noise
*Dolby®, DTS®, and Auro-3D® surround sound decoding
*Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theater sound
*Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X create three-dimensional effects without height speakers
*IMAX® Enhanced reproduces the full dynamic range of specially encoded IMAX soundtracks from compatible sources
*Audyssey speaker calibration and system optimization includes:
*MultEQ XT32 auto setup and room calibration delivers balanced, dynamic sound with enhanced surround performance
*Dynamic Volume anticipates loud sounds to keep volume levels even
*Dynamic EQ improves dialogue, bass response, and surround channel levels at lower volumes
*Sub EQ HT provides individual calibration for dual subwoofers, for even bass response throughout the room
*Low Frequency Containment reduces the amount of bass that bleeds into other rooms
*Audyssey MultEQ Editor app for further audio customization (paid app; not included)
*future compatibility with optional Dirac Live® advanced speaker calibration system (coming soon in 2023; requires purchase of software license)
*requires installation of Dirac Live software on a Mac or PC prior to calibration

Digital and streaming music options:
*built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services
*HEOS Built-in technology wirelessly connects compatible HEOS components for whole home audio
*includes support for Pandora®, TIDAL, SiriusXM, and Spotify® (subscription required for some services)
*free HEOS app offers easy Wi-Fi control, settings adjustments, and music selection and playback
*works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controllers
*Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music®
*supports multi-room audio with compatible wireless speakers
*built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers
*Bluetooth transmission for sending audio from the receiver to Bluetooth-enabled headphones
*play audio through Bluetooth headphones only, or through Bluetooth headphones and connected speakers simultaneously
*plays high-resolution digital music files via USB storage device or a networked computer (PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution; DSD up to 5.6 MHz)
*works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
*Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware

Multi-room audio/video:
*dual-room/dual-source output
*powered stereo outputs for second room allows playback in both rooms at once
*using powered 2nd-room output allows 7.4-channel sound in main room
*All Zone Stereo mode ensures that both zones stay in sync when playing the same source
*All Zone TV Audio lets you play surround sound in your main room and downmixed stereo in your 2nd room
*HDMI dual-zone switching for watching video content from different sources in two zones simultaneously
*Zone 2 compatible audio sources: HDMI audio, optical/coaxial digital inputs, analog audio inputs, AM/FM tuner, USB, Bluetooth, and HEOS music apps
*cannot select different USB/Bluetooth/network sources for each zone

HDMI features:
*HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 6 in, 3 out
*all inputs and 2 outputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video
*all inputs and outputs support 4K/60Hz video
*HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
*HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content
*supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, HLG, and Dynamic HDR
*upscales 1080p video signals to Ultra HD (up to 8K)
*gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience
*Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) reduce or eliminate lag and frame tearing
*supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
*eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV

Other connections:
*digital audio inputs: 2 Toslink optical, 2 coaxial
*5 analog stereo RCA audio inputs
*MM (moving magnet) phono input for connecting a turntable
*11.4-channel preamp outputs
*four discrete line-level subwoofer outputs for more precise multi-subwoofer setups
*front-panel USB port for audio playback from USB flash drives
*Ethernet port for network connection
*outputs for 11 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height1 L/R, Height2 L/R)
*receiver can power a maximum of 9 channels at once
*RS-232C and IR (infrared) remote connections for use with optional third-party controllers
*12-volt trigger output
*full-sized headphone jack
*removable power cord

Dimensions and other info:
*free Marantz AVR Remote app lets you use your Apple® or Android device as a Wi-Fi remote
*Marantz Setup Assistant guides you through the initial connection process and settings
*HDMI standby pass-through allows HDMI switching without powering up receiver
*AM/FM tuner
*remote control
*17-7/16"W x 6-1/2"H x 15-15/16"D (9-5/16"H with Wi-Fi antennas raised)
*weight: 29.8 lbs.