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Marantz Cinema 30

Marantz Cinema 30

4.8(12 ratings)

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$4,800.00at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

Last seen at $4,800.00 at Best Buy on Nov 9.

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Our take on the Marantz Cinema 30

The Cinema 30 is Marantz's flagship 11.4-channel AV receiver, built around a Class AB amplifier rated at 140 W per channel into 8 ohms. It covers a full 7.2.4 or 9.2.2 Atmos layout out of the box, with HDMI 2.1 on all inputs, Dolby Vision and HDR10+ passthrough, and four independent subwoofer outputs. Its seven RCA line outputs, three 12V triggers and multi-zone support make it a hub for a whole-house system, not just a theater room. It sits above the Cinema 40 and Cinema 50 in Marantz's range, so it competes with flagship receivers from Denon and Yamaha on channel count and connectivity rather than on price.

Best forDedicated home theater rooms with 11 or more speakersWhole-home audio with a second or third zoneOwners of large, hard-to-drive floorstanding speakersMixed movie and music listening in one system

Pros

11.4 channels cover 7.2.4 or 9.2.2 Atmos and DTS:X without external amps
Four independent subwoofer outputs with individual level and distance settings
HDMI 2.1 with VRR and HDCP 2.3 on every input for 4K/120 gaming
Class AB amplification rated at 140 W per channel into 8 ohms
HEOS, AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect built in, plus seven RCA line outputs for multi-zone
Three 12V triggers and RS-232 for custom-install control

Cons

Large and heavy: 17.6 in wide and 7.5 in tall, so it needs a deep, ventilated cabinet
780 W power draw in use means real heat and a dedicated outlet is wise
No QMS, so some HDMI 2.1 source-switching features are missing
Setup menus and calibration are deep enough to overwhelm first-time users
No tube stage or DSP gimmicks; it is a straightforward solid-state design

Marantz Cinema 30 prices at every store

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$4,800.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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NordstromNew
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$4,800.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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Marantz Cinema 30 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $4,800.00 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

4.8 / 512 ratings

Owners rate the Cinema 30 highly, with 4.8 out of 5 across 12 ratings. They praise its clean power, the flexibility of four sub outs and the full HDMI 2.1 feature set. Complaints center on size, heat and a setup process that takes patience.

What people mention

PowerPraisedOwners say the Class AB amps drive large floorstanding speakers without strain.
Subwoofer outputsPraisedFour independent sub outs are called a real advantage for dialing in bass in odd rooms.
HDMI 2.1PraisedReviewers like having VRR and Dolby Vision on every input for consoles and streaming boxes.
HeatCriticisedOwners report the receiver runs warm and needs open space around it.
SetupMixedThe calibration and menu system is powerful but takes time to learn.
SizeCriticisedIts depth and height make it a tight fit in many media consoles.

Specifications

Multi-Zone: YesSource
No. of Sub Out (pcs): 4Source
Power Source: AC MainsSource
Depth ("): 17.6Source
Power Amplifier Class

Questions and answers

How many speakers can the Cinema 30 power at once?: It has 11 built-in amplifier channels and processes up to 11.4, so it can run a 7.2.4 or 9.2.2 Atmos layout without external amplification.
Does it support 4K 120 Hz gaming?: Yes. All HDMI inputs are HDMI 2.1 with HDCP 2.3, and VRR is supported, so current consoles can pass 4K at high frame rates.
Can I run a second zone with this receiver?: Yes. It supports multi-zone audio, with seven RCA line outputs and three 12V triggers to feed and control powered speakers or a separate amp in another room.
How many subwoofers can I connect?: Four. Each sub out can be set independently for level and distance, which helps with uneven bass in a room.
Is it worth it over the Cinema 40?: The Cinema 30 adds channels and sub outs for larger Atmos layouts and more multi-zone flexibility. If you run a 7.1.4 or smaller system, the step down covers most of the same features.
What is in the box?: The receiver, a calibration microphone with stand, a remote, batteries and a power cord. Speaker wire and HDMI cables are not included.
Where is the Marantz Cinema 30 cheapest?: At Best Buy, for $4,800.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Marantz Cinema 30?: Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 ratings.
Where can I buy the Marantz Cinema 30?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Abt Electronics, Nordstrom.

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No. of 12V Trigger (pcs)

No. of Composite (pcs)

HDMI Version

VRR

Height (")

Tube Amplifier

DSP

HDCP Version

App Control

Color

No. of RCA (Line) (pcs)

Certification

CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)Source

HDR Type

Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLGSource

Bridgeable

Power Consumption (in Use) (W)

Portable

ARC

ARC, eARCSource

Width (")

Type of surround setup