Marantz Cinema 50 – Premium 110W 9.4ch 8K AV Receiver with 3D Audio, HEOS Built-In

Built upon decades of rich heritage, designed with timeless style, and engineered for utmost performance, Marantz CINEMA Series is the foundation of the world’s most demanding home theatres. The new CINEMA 50 is a premium 9.4 channel receiver featuring 110-watt-per-channel amplification, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced and Auro 3D, 8K Ultra HD, and HEOS® streaming built-in. CINEMA 50 is a powerful AV receiver for very high-performance home theatres.

Key Features

• Performance, power and connectivity to suit your listening and entertaining preferences
• 9-channel discrete power amplifier delivers 110W per channel (8-ohm, 20Hz – 20kHz, 0.08% THD, 2ch. drive)
• 4 Dedicated Subwoofer Outs
• Marantz proprietary Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM) amplification circuitry
• Dolby Atmos, DTS: X, IMAX Enhanced, and more multi-dimensional surround formats supported
• 8K HDMI inputs and outputs for 8K quality video from the latest Ultra-HD source devices and displays
• 6 HDMI inputs with 8K upscaling and Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) HDMI support
• 3 HDMI outputs for a second monitor plus Zone 2 (4K)
• 8K/60Hz pass-through or upscaling along with HDR10+ and Dynamic HDR
• Supports Dolby Vision, eARC and ALLM for enhanced picture and audio
• High-Res audio streaming with FLAC, ALAC, and WAV support up to 24-bit/192-kHz, as well as DSD 2.8/5.6MHz
• HEOS Built-in for multi-room streaming, music streaming and voice control
• Built-in Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz/5GHz dual-band support (dual antenna)
• Supports all major voice control agents and streaming services
• Integrated phono input to directly connect your turntable

Peerless Performance
Immersive spaciousness, warm and rich tone, extraordinary detail and lifelike dynamics are legendary hallmarks of the Marantz sound. The Marantz Sound Master meticulously tuned CINEMA 50 for amazing performance with our proprietary HDAM amplification circuitry to create the Most Musical Sound in your home. No component leaves the hands of Marantz sound masters until it passes rigorous testing. Envelop yourself with the most musical sound, for any source.

Powerful 9-Channel Discrete Amplifier
Featuring discrete high-current power amplifiers on all channels, the Cinema 50 delivers 110W of power per channel (8 Ohm, 20Hz-20kHz, THD: 0.08%, 2ch. drive). With low-impedance driver capability, it offers operational stability with a wide range of speakers for balanced, quality sound. Auto Eco Mode adjusts power output to speakers based on volume level and on-screen eco meter, delivering power consumption reduction in real-time without sacrificing superb Marantz sound.

Marantz HDAM and Current Feedback Topology
Features proprietary HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) circuit boards, providing superior low-noise wideband performance and an ultra-fast slew rate for maximum dynamic range to support high-resolution audio formats. Current Feedback Topology technology, another proprietary Marantz innovation, delivers wide closed-loop bandwidth and very high slew rate for superior fidelity with wideband audio sources.

Support For The Most Advanced Object-Based Audio Formats
Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology, DTS:X® and DTS Virtual:X™ processing are all supported to allow you to listen to immersive, multi-dimensional audio.

Performance, Power And Connectivity
9.2 channel discrete power amplifier that will effortlessly drive all your content, 110W per channel (8-ohm, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, 0.08% 2ch drive).

Multi-Source, Multi-Room
Enjoy 7.1 channel surround sound in your home theatre and simultaneously play stereo sound from the same source or another source in a separate room. Simply connect a pair of speakers to the multi-room amplified outputs or hook up an additional stereo amp and speakers to the Zone 2 pre-outs.

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. Thoughtfully selected connectivity options, flexible speaker arrangements, and fine-tuning ability allow you to make CINEMA 50 your own.

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. Excellence is heard and seen. CINEMA 50 features architectural design that can be featured or remain discreet in any luxurious environment.

Multi-Dimensional Sound
Feel every dimension in Dolby Atmos. Enjoy a 7.1 surround speaker system and two additional overhead speakers or two Dolby Atmos elevation speakers, delivering dramatic overhead effects for truly enveloping audio including Dolby Surround upmixer for legacy content.

For those without in-ceiling or upward-firing speakers in their system, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization Technology simulates the Atmos experience with forward-facing drivers. Configure up to five speakers to replicate the effect of two in-ceiling speakers or utilize all seven channels to simulate the powerful effect of four overhead speakers.

DTS:X immersive audio formatting places sound where it would naturally occur in space, creating life-like, multi-dimensional audio. The included spatial remapping engine of DTS Neural:X™ offers improved immersion and heightened realism in all your favourite movies.

DTS Virtual:X provides immersive audio without height channels, creating virtual height effects in a 2.1, 5.1 or 7.1 speaker arrangement.

8K/60Hz And 4K/120Hz Pass-Through Support For Every Entertainment Need
With the latest technology in HDMI support, enjoy 8K quality video from your 8K source devices. 8K upscaling is available on all HDMI ports.

Enhanced Audio Return Channel (EARC) HDMI Support
Through the main HDMI output, connect your TV with eARC HDMI support to allow uncompressed and object-based audio formats like Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® directly from a smart TV app to your AV receiver.

Advanced 8K HDMI Connectivity With eARC Support
The new Marantz Cinema 50 includes 6 HDMI inputs and 3 outputs for connecting all your favourite HD and Ultra-HD sources. The dedicated 8K inputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz pass-through capability, Dolby Vision, HLG, HDR10+, and more. Additionally, the latest HDCP 2.3 copy protection standard is supported on all HDMI inputs.

Showcasing the latest HDMI technology and specifications, the new Cinema 50 lets you take home entertainment to the next level with Dynamic HDR and ALLM support. The video processor is capable of upscaling native video sources up to 8K quality. The Cinema 50 also features HDMI eARC support, which supports 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® in masterful quality from your TV source.

Included remote, accessible front-panel controls, and an intuitive on-screen setup process make you feel like an expert user right away.

Enhanced Picture Processing
HDR10+ is the advanced, improved version of HDR10, a technology that enhances the colour and contrast of media. They both utilize metadata to tell your phone or TV how to show the HDR content, upgrading the view when you’re watching a video.

Dolby Vision is a stunning HDR imaging technology that brings extraordinary colour, contrast, and brightness to the screen. See what you’ve been missing.

Audyssey MultEQ for Simple Setup and Room Calibration
Optimize your audio experience with Audyssey MultEQ, Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ for a seamless setup of your listening environment. With the supplied measurement microphone, MultEQ analyzes each speaker output (including the subwoofer) and generates precision digital filters that optimize each channel for the correct frequency and time domain response. Use Audyssey Dynamic EQ to deliver clear dialogue and wide-band response even at reduced volume levels, or Audyssey Dynamic Volume to avoid shocks and normalize volume when content switches between commercials, announcements and TV programs.

Smart TV Connectivity
Easily control the receiver with your Smart TV remote via the HDMI CEC functionality associated with your Smart TV. Simply set “HDMI Control” to ON in your receiver, then set “Smart Menu” to ON to begin controlling the Cinema 50 with your TV remote. The Smart Menu home screen gives you quick access to source and surround mode selections, the AVR setup menu and four Smart Selects.

Connectivity, Streaming & Multi-Room Listening
Stream the most popular music services — like Spotify, Pandora, Tidal and many more — via Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 or the HEOS app. Utilize HEOS Built-in multi-room streaming or AirPlay 2 technology to enjoy your favourite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience. Play the same song in every room or select a different song in each connected room — the choice is yours.

Bluetooth & Wi-Fi
Featuring dual diversity antennas, the Cinema 50 lets you stream your favourite audio tracks wirelessly via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The dual diversity antenna system ensures stable streaming and compatibility with the widest range of smart devices.

In addition to receiving Bluetooth signals from a connected device, the Cinema 50 features Bluetooth Headphone Transmission. Connect any pair of Bluetooth Headphones to the receiver and enjoy music or movie sound with pure freedom. With or without speakers turned on.

Integrated MM Phono Input
Easily connect your turntable to the receiver and enjoy the pure intent of each recording within your vinyl collection. The Cinema 50 features a dedicated phono stage input for your record player.

Dual Subwoofer Outputs
Supports dual subwoofers for even, low-frequency bass response within your listening environment. Enjoy accurate bass with no audible peaks or dips, no matter where you place your subwoofer.

Hi-Res Audio Support
Enjoy music exactly as the artist intended. The Cinema 50 decodes Hi-Res audio ALAC, FLAC and WAV lossless files up to 24-bit/192-kHz, as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks (the audiophile format of SACD), allowing you to enjoy each note exactly as the artist intended.

HEOS Built-in
With HEOS® Built-in technology, enjoy your favourite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience. Play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room — the choice is yours. Enjoy music from Spotify, Pandora, TIDAL and more or your local music file libraries. With additional HEOS® Built-in components, like HEOS-capable speakers, play all your music in one room or many.

Marantz AVR Remote App
The Marantz AVR Remote app for iOS and Android provides complete control over the latest Marantz network AV receivers. Use it to power on/off, adjust volume, input and settings, or switch instantly to the HEOS app.

Roon Tested
Roon transforms the experience of browsing music. Access Roon for your Marantz product to browse artist photos, credits, bios, reviews, lyrics, tour dates, and composers. Roon allows your to easily build a surfable, searchable digital magazine about your music collection. Roon discovers all the same links between your personal files and the millions of tracks available on TIDAL, so you can start with the music you know, then explore new music from the world beyond your collection.

AirPlay 2 + Apple Siri Voice Control
Stream audio from your favourite music services like Apple Music and Spotify or watch videos from services like YouTube and Netflix from any iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV. Hear the audio perfectly synced to your speakers from AirPlay 2 sources.

For multi-room audio, wirelessly stream content to multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices simultaneously with improved audio buffering to ensure smooth audio playback. AirPlay 2 provides control and grouping of compatible audio devices within the Apple Music or Home app. Use AirPlay 2 in-app or with your voice via Siri.

Amazon Alexa Voice Control
Use your voice to stream your favourite music services to this HEOS Built-in device. Ask Alexa to play music from Pandora, Spotify, Amazon Music and much more. Switch between inputs (Blu-ray, DVD, Media Player, etc.), turn the volume up or down, pause, mute and play the next song — all with your voice.

With HEOS and Alexa, you can stream to this product and any other product with HEOS Built-in.

Google Assistant Voice Control
Ask your Google Home, Google app or other devices with Google Assistant built-in to control content across your listening environment. Start music in the HEOS app, then ask your Google Assistant to control volume, play, pause, skip tracks and more.

Intelligent ECO Mode
Integrated ECO mode provides energy savings and an on-screen ECO meter. Use the receiver in power-saving mode to reduce maximum output power or adopt low-power strategies across settings. Either way, the sound quality that defines Marantz excellence remains unchanged.

Backed by Over 65 Years of Heritage
The most musical sound. Founded in 1953, Marantz has a long and rich history of designing audio components embraced by music lovers and critical listeners around the world. Because Music Matters, the SR8015 carries on the long Marantz tradition of delivering a best-in-class listening experience for music and cinema.