Marantz Launches AV 20 and AMP 20: A Reference-Grade Duo Aiming to Surpass the Cinema 30

Combining cinematic power, cutting-edge DSP, and elegant design, Marantz's new flagship separates aim to redefine immersive home theatre.

Marantz has just lifted the curtain on its most ambitious AV separates to date: the AV 20 AV Preamplifier and AMP 20 Power Amplifier. Drawing heavily from the award-winning Cinema 30 AVR and the elite AV 10 series, this new duo sets its sights firmly on the pinnacle of home cinema performance.

Visually and functionally, the AV 20 and AMP 20 embody the high design and engineering pedigree we've come to expect from Marantz: that unmistakable porthole display, the ambient side lighting, and a chassis that blends understated luxury with functional elegance. A premium aluminium remote with backlit buttons completes the setup — perfect for low-light movie sessions.

AV 20: Precision Control Meets Audiophile-Grade Processing

At the core of the AV 20 is a dual-core SHARC DSP chipset by Analogue Devices — touted as the most powerful Marantz has ever implemented. It’s paired with dedicated 32-bit stereo DACs featuring jitter reduction circuitry for enhanced timing precision.

The result? A reference-level digital signal platform capable of decoding and managing Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, and IMAX Enhanced audio with surgical accuracy. And with a 13.4-channel HDAM SA-3 preamplifier stage, the AV 20 supports fully discrete processing across complex multichannel setups via both RCA and XLR outputs.

Highlights:

• 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs (up to 8K/60Hz or 4K/120Hz)

• 3 HDMI outputs, including dual 4K support

• Wireless streaming via Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay 2, Tidal Connect, Bluetooth, and HEOS

• Qobuz Connect now supported

• Room correction via Audyssey MultEQ XT32

• Optional Dirac Live, including Bass Control and future support for Dirac ART

  
  

Dirac’s latest Active Room Treatment (ART) system — slated to arrive via firmware — aims to deliver the most tonally balanced and spatially coherent experience available today, particularly in multi-subwoofer environments.

AMP 20: Raw Muscle with Surgical Control

The AMP 20 delivers the power to match the AV 20’s finesse. Inside its sleek chassis are 12 high-current amplification channels, each rated at 200W (2 channels driven). But that’s only part of the story.

For systems needing extra punch, the AMP 20 can be configured into six bridged-tied-load (BTL) outputs, delivering up to 400W per channel — ideal for demanding front-stage speakers or large cinema rooms.

Flexibility built-in:

• 12 discrete amplification channels

• BTL mode: up to 6 x 400W channels

• Bi-amping support for up to 6 speakers

• Class-leading thermal and power management

  
  

Whether it’s powering a full 7.2.6 Atmos array or feeding a bespoke bi-amped stereo configuration, the AMP 20 stands ready with the muscle to match.

Price & Availability

Both the AV 20 and AMP 20 are available starting today from selected high-end retailers:

• AV 20: £4750 / $6000

• AMP 20: £4750 / $6000

  
  

Together, the reference stack comes in at £9500 / $12,000, offering a no-compromise platform for cinephiles and audiophiles alike. As with all Marantz separates, each unit can be mixed and matched within the company’s ecosystem, offering modular flexibility for system builders.

Final Word: Cinema 30 Was Just the Beginning

Marantz’s Cinema 30 AVR earned its accolades by blending reference-grade audio with luxurious design — but the AV 20 and AMP 20 look ready to take that vision even further.

With flagship-grade internals, expansive connectivity, audiophile-grade room correction, and amplifier architecture designed to scale across any speaker configuration, this latest combo isn’t just about keeping up with the Cinema 30 — it’s about outshining it.