Marantz Cinema 70s vs Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      Marantz Cinema 70s

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Ethernet

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Marantz Cinema 70s
      4. Advantage of Sony STR-ZA1000ES
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Marantz Cinema 70s to Sony STR-ZA1000ES to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. Both receivers have 7 channel amplifiers with Marantz Cinema 70s's being less powerful.


      Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      Marantz Cinema 70s was introduced in 2022. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES was introduced in 2016. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz Cinema 70s and Sony STR-ZA1000ES and gave them scores of 87 and 73 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Marantz Cinema 70s

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      Amplifier
      79
      Amplifier
      77
      Audio Features
      85
      Audio Features
      66
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      73
      Connectivity
      87
      Connectivity
      68
      Zones
      79
      Zones
      89
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      59
      OVERALL
      87
      OVERALL
      73

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Marantz Cinema 70s and Sony STR-ZA1000ES.

      PROS

      Marantz Cinema 70s

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   3 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Marantz Cinema 70s

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      •   Low Power Output - 50 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No 360 Reality Audio
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Marantz Cinema 70s

      Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   5 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs

      3. Advantage of Marantz Cinema 70s

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz Cinema 70s over Sony STR-ZA1000ES.

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      Marantz Cinema 70s vs Sony STR-ZA1000ES
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2 vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Atmos Music vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS:X up to 5.1.2 vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      HDR10 vs
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2 (1 input / 1 output)
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/60p
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth SBC vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 5
      More 8K Inputs 3 vs
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 7.2 vs 0.2
      Headphone Out 6.3 mm (1/4") vs
      More GUI Languages 9 vs 3
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS vs FM/AM
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
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      4. Advantage of Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-ZA1000ES over Marantz Cinema 70s.

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      Marantz Cinema 70s vs Sony STR-ZA1000ES
      Higher Power Output 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      Surround EX vs
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Dialogue Lift vs Center Speaker Lift Up
      More HDMI Outputs 1 x 8K vs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 2
      More RCA Line Inputs 3 vs 4
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 1
      More Component Video Inputs vs 2
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Ethernet Switch vs 8-Port Gigabit
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      Zone 2 Outs Pre Out vs HDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
      RS-232C Interface vs
      Bigger Power Supply 250 W vs 290 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 50 W (0.08% THD) vs 70 W (0.09% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 70 W (0.7% THD) vs 120 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 98 dB vs 105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
      Wider AM Frequency Range 522 kHz - 1611 kHz vs 530 kHz - 1710 kHz
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 5 Years

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ Advanced D.C.A.C.
        New HDCP Version2.32.2 (1 input / 1 output)
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 (Front) for update and setting
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Low Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES

      7 channel Amplifier: Marantz Cinema 70s features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-ZA1000ES features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Channels7.27.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability assignable

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Marantz Cinema 70s's and Sony STR-ZA1000ES's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Marantz Cinema 70s: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: Not supported.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Marantz Cinema 70s: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: Not supported.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Marantz Cinema 70s: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Marantz Cinema 70s supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Marantz Cinema 70s supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
        • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Marantz Cinema 70s supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

        DTS:X

        Marantz Cinema 70s supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Marantz Cinema 70s supports DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        • DTS Virtual:X: Marantz Cinema 70s supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
        • DTS Dialog Control: Marantz Cinema 70s supports DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.
        AUDIO DECODING Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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        9. HDMI

        Marantz Cinema 70s comes with 3 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support and 3 inputs with 4K support. It has 1 output.

        Sony STR-ZA1000ES comes with 5 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

        • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Marantz Cinema 70s: 3 out of 6 inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          4K/60Hz Passthrough on Sony STR-ZA1000ES: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4) video signal.
        • 8K Upscaling on Marantz Cinema 70s: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
          4K Upscaling on Sony STR-ZA1000ES: It can upscale up to 4K/60p from HDMI sources.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on Marantz Cinema 70s only).
        • HDCP Copy Protection: Marantz Cinema 70s is HDCP 2.3 and Sony STR-ZA1000ES is HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Marantz Cinema 70s supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Sony STR-ZA1000ES does not support HDR. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

        Marantz Cinema 70s supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


        Gaming Features

        Marantz Cinema 70s supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



        VIDEO FEATURES Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2 (1 input / 1 output)
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K/60p

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz Cinema 70s with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz Cinema 70s has 7.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, both receivers have 7 channel processing but have only 7 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on Marantz Cinema 70s and 4 pair of line inputs on Sony STR-ZA1000ES for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Marantz Cinema 70s and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Sony STR-ZA1000ES for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") output jack on Marantz Cinema 70s for headphones.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Marantz Cinema 70s
          Inputs:           6   Outputs: 1 x 8K
          8K Inputs: 3.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES
          Inputs:           5   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Marantz Cinema 70s
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Marantz Cinema 70s
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Marantz Cinema 70s: USB
        • Sony STR-ZA1000ES: USB

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        TERMINALS Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDMI Inputs65
        HDMI Outputs1 x 8K2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs3
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 (Front) for update and setting
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs12
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs34
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Marantz Cinema 70s and Sony STR-ZA1000ES and gave them scores of 87 and 73 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Marantz Cinema 70s

        Sony STR-ZA1000ES

        OVERALL
        87
        OVERALL
        73

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        79
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 50 W
        GOOD
        77
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Low Power Output - 70 W

        Audio Features

        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No DSD via HDMI
        AVERAGE
        66
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No 360 Reality Audio
        •   DSD via HDMI

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        100
        •   HDR10
        •   HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   HDMI 2.1
        •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        •   VRR
        •   QFT
        •   8K Passthrough
        •   8K Upscaling
        GOOD
        73
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough

        Connectivity

        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   Google Assistant
        •   HEOS
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   3 8K Inputs
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   No Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 4․2
        AVERAGE
        68
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   No Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   5 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   No RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet

        Zones

        GOOD
        79
        •   2 Zones
        EXCELLENT
        89
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        AVERAGE
        59
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        BrandMarantzSony
        SeriesSlimlineES
        ModelCinema 70sSTR-ZA1000ES
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUKUSA and Canada
        Release Year20222016
        PredecessorMarantz NR1711
        SuccessorSony STR-ZA1100ES
        AMPLIFIER Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Channels7.27.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Current Feedback Topology
        Discrete Amplification
        HDAM
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability assignable
        AUDIO FEATURES Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Maximum Channel Processing7.17.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        360 Reality Audio
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift Center Speaker Lift Up
        Digital Legato Linear
        In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
        Sound Optimizer
        Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ Advanced D.C.A.C.
        Calibration MicrophoneMono
        Speaker Relocation
        Automatic Phase Matching
        Audyssey App Support
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDMI Version2.1
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.32.2 (1 input / 1 output)
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K/60p
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC
        Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Google Assistant
        Chromecast Built-In
        Apple Siri
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        AirPlay AirPlay 2
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        HDMI Inputs65
        HDMI Outputs1 x 8K2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs3
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 (Front) for update and setting
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs12
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs34
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs2
        Composite Video Outputs1
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch 8-Port Gigabit
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsUSBUSB
        Speaker A/B assignable
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        Flasher In
        Remote Control In/Out1 / 1
        ZONES Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Number of Zones23
        Powered Zones 2 2
        Zone 2 OutsPre OutHDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output11 (80 mA)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 2
        MISCELLANEOUS Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Graphical User Interface
        GUI Languages93
        Web Control
        IP Control
        Display port hole OLED
        Remote ControllerRC050SR
        Setup Assistant
        RADIO Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Presets60 (30/30)
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals77
        Large Speaker Terminals77
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Toroidal Transformer (EI)
        Power Consumption250 W290 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 30 W/40 W
        Standby Power0.2 W0.3 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Dimensions (W x H x D)442 mm x 109 mm x 372 mm (with antenna: 442 mm x 178 mm x 384 mm)
        17.4" x 4.3" x 14.7" (with antenna: 17.4" x 7" x 15.1"        		430 mm x 174 mm x 410 mm
        17" x 6-7/8" x 16-1/4"
        Weight8.7 kg (19.2 lbs)12.3 kg (27 lbs. 2 oz.)
        SPECIFICATIONS Marantz Cinema 70s Sony STR-ZA1000ES
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)50 W (0.08% THD)70 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)90 W (0.9% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (0.09% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)70 W (0.7% THD)120 W (0.9% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)100 W (10% THD)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)130 mV/47 kΩ150 mV/50 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance2 V/1 kΩ (Subwoofer)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
        S/N Ratio (digital)96 dB (20 kHz LPF)
        Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)10 Hz - 100 kHz/±3 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version4․2
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
        AM Frequency522 kHz - 1611 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
        Warranty3 Years5 Years

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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