768kHz Digital Analog Converter (DAC)
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The Anthem MRX 740 8K is a high-performance AV receiver designed for premium media rooms and dedicated home cinemas. With seven channels of built-in amplification, 11.2-channel audio processing and support for Dolby Atmos and DTS, it provides the flexibility to create an immersive surround sound system tailored to your room.
At its heart is Anthem's ARC Genesis room correction, which measures your listening environment and helps optimise speaker performance and bass response. Combined with Anthem's carefully engineered amplification, it provides a strong foundation for both cinematic soundtracks and music. HDMI 2.1 connectivity supports 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video, alongside features including eARC, VRR and ALLM. Support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and other HDR formats makes the MRX 740 a versatile choice for compatible film, television and gaming sources.
With seven amplified channels and 11.2-channel processing, the MRX 740 offers more flexibility than the five-channel MRX 540. It can support speaker configurations up to 9.2.2 when appropriately configured with additional amplification, making it a compelling choice for customers planning a more ambitious home cinema.
For versatile surround sound configurations.
For greater flexibility when planning a more advanced home cinema.
With support for 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, VRR and ALLM on compatible equipment.
The Anthem MRX 740 8K features seven HDMI inputs and two HDMI outputs, with support for 8K/60 Hz and 4K/120 Hz video pass-through. This makes it a flexible option for systems using compatible televisions or projectors, games consoles and other high-resolution sources. Support for Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) can help deliver smoother, more responsive gaming when supported by the source and display.
At AudioConcept, we recommend the Anthem MRX 740 8K for customers planning a premium home cinema or media room that needs greater flexibility than a conventional five-channel receiver can provide. Its seven built-in amplifier channels, 11.2-channel processing and ARC Genesis room correction make it a strong choice for carefully designed surround sound systems.
Compared with the MRX 540, the MRX 740 offers more built-in amplification and greater scope for more advanced speaker configurations. It can support layouts up to 9.2.2 when appropriately configured with additional amplification, making it well suited to projects where future system requirements and speaker placement need careful consideration. For larger or more ambitious cinemas, the Anthem MRX 1140 8K is also worth considering, with eleven built-in amplifier channels and 15.2-channel processing. The best choice depends on your room, speaker layout and the experience you want to create.
A great home cinema is about more than the AV receiver. From speakers and acoustics to room layout and calibration, every detail contributes to an immersive experience. At AudioConcept, we design and install bespoke home cinemas and media rooms, bringing together high-performance audio, lighting and Control4 automation to create a system tailored to your home.
Creating an exceptional home cinema takes more than great equipment. At AudioConcept, we bring together premium loudspeakers, high-quality movie playback and advanced audio technology to create a system tailored to your room, your home and the way you enjoy entertainment.
Choosing the right AV receiver depends on your speakers, room layout and the type of system you want to create. AudioConcept can help you decide whether the Anthem MRX 740 8K is the right fit, or whether a higher-channel-count receiver would better suit your plans. From selecting compatible loudspeakers and planning Dolby Atmos layouts to integrating your system with Control4, we'll help you bring everything together.
