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The Marantz AV 20 is a 13.4-channel AV preamplifier: it processes surround sound but has no built-in power amps, so every channel needs an external amplifier. Its standout feature is a fully balanced XLR output stage, rare at this level, which suits long cable runs to powered speakers or power amps. It handles Dolby Atmos and the other main immersive formats, has HDMI switching, Bluetooth and a front display, and sits in Marantz's premium Cinema series. It suits dedicated home theater owners building a separates system; anyone wanting a one-box receiver should look at Marantz's integrated AV receivers instead, which cost less and need no extra amps.
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Lowest price we've seen: $6,000.00 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.
Owner discussion of the AV 20 centers on its balanced output stage and Marantz's familiar warm sound, with most praise coming from people running separates systems. Complaints tend to be about the need for external amps and the size of the unit rather than sound quality.
