GENERAL | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Brand | Anthem | Yamaha |
Series | Aventage | |
Model | MRX 740 8K | RX-A4A |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | North America | USA |
Release Year | 2021 | 2021 |
Predecessor | Yamaha RX-A1070 |
AMPLIFIER | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Channels | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Power Output | 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) | 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
Amplifier Design | Class A/B on Channels 1-5 and Class D on the rest | |
THX™ Certification | ||
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Bi-amp Capability |
AUDIO FEATURES | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Engine | Next-Generation DSP Platform | |
Surround:AI™ | ||
DAC | ESS Hyperstream DAC ES9007S | |
DAC Specs | 768 kHz/32 Bit | 384 kHz/32 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 11.1 | 7.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | ||
Dolby Digital EX | ||
DTS:X | ||
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | ||
DTS-HD Master Audio | ||
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | ||
DTS 96/24 | ||
DTS Express | ||
DTS-ES | Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 | |
IMAX Enhanced | ||
Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer | ||
PCM | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input |
Network Audio Formats | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | |
Music Playback via USB | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | up to 384 kHz/32 Bit | |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD | |
Gapless Playback | ||
DSD via HDMI | 2-ch/Multi-ch Input | |
DSD via USB | 2-ch Input | |
DSD to PCM Converter | ||
USB DAC | ||
DTS Dialogue Control | ||
Dialog Level Adjustment | ||
Dialog normalization | ||
Dialogue Lift | ||
Compressed Music Enhancer | ||
High-resolution Music Enhancer | ||
Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control) | ||
Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | ||
Audyssey LFC | ||
Audyssey Sub EQ HT | ||
Audyssey DSX | ||
Straight Decoding Mode | ||
Pure Direct Mode | ||
CINEMA DSP | HD3 | |
DSP Programs | 24 | |
SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP | ||
Virtual Speakers | including surround back | |
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) | YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement |
YPAO Volume | ||
PEQ for SUB | Down to 15.6 Hz |
VIDEO FEATURES | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) | ||
HDCP Version | 2.3 | 2.3 |
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 | up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 | |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | ||
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | SBC, AAC | |
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Google Assistant | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
Apple Siri | ||
Works with SonoS | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
MHL Input | ||
MusicCast | ||
AirPlay | AirPlay 2 | AirPlay 2 |
Apple Product Connection | iPod, iPhone and iPad | iPod, iPhone and iPad |
Remote App | Anthem Remote App | (iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet) |
InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue |
TERMINALS | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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HDMI Inputs | 7 | 7 |
HDMI Outputs | 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) | 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) |
8K Inputs | 7 | 7 |
USB Input | for factory service | USB memory, Portable Audio Player |
USB DC Out Port | ||
Optical Inputs | 3 | 2 |
Optical Outputs | 1 | |
Coaxial Inputs | 2 | 1 |
RCA Line Inputs | 4 | 3 |
RCA Line Outputs | 1 | |
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Multi-Channel Input | ||
RCA Pre-Outs | 11.2 | 7.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Composite Video Inputs | ||
Composite Video Outputs | ||
S-Video Inputs | ||
S-Video Outputs | ||
Component Video Inputs | ||
Component Video Outputs | ||
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
PC In | ||
Front A/V Inputs | USB | |
Speaker A/B | ||
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
dockport |
ZONES | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Number of Zones | 2 | 2 |
Powered Zones | Zone 2 | |
Zone 2 Outs | HDMI, Pre Out | RCA Preout |
Zone B Video Output | ||
Zone GUI | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 3 | 2 |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 1 / 0 | 1 / 1 |
Party Mode |
MISCELLANEOUS | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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On-Screen Display | Graphical User Interface | |
SCENE | SCENE (8 sets) | |
Web Control | ||
IP Control | ||
PreAmp Mode | ||
Display | High-resolution LCD display |
RADIO | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM | |
Presets | 40 | |
Digital Radio | ||
Internet Radio | ||
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM |
CONSTRUCTION | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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A.R.T. Wedge | ||
Speaker Terminals | 7 | 9 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 7 | 9 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Power Supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz | AC 120 V, 60 Hz |
Toroidal Transformer | ||
Power Consumption | 485 W | 410 W |
Standby Power | 0.3 W | 0.4 W |
ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function | ||
Auto Power Standby |
PHYSICAL | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) | 431.8 mm x 152.4 mm x 364 mm 17" x 6" x 14-1/2" x | 435 mm x 191 mm x 442 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 270 mm x 442 mm) 17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 17-3/8" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-5/8" x 17-3/8") |
Weight | 15.1 kg (33.2 lbs) | 16.2 kg (35.7 lbs) |
SPECIFICATIONS | Anthem MRX 740 8K | Yamaha RX-A4A |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 110 W (0.06% THD) | |
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC) | 140 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 60 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels | 120 W (0.9% THD) |
Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 135 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA) | 165 W (10% THD) | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 170 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 75 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC) | 140 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC) | 170 W (10% THD) | |
Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 170 W (0.9% THD, Front) | |
THD | 0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 55 W, 8 Ω) | |
THD (Phono) | 0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT, 1 kHz, 1 V) | |
Damping Factor | 120 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) | |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 220 mV/47 kΩ | |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM) | 3.7 mV/47 kΩ | |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line) | 2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) | |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono) | 45 mV (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) | |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 1.0 V/470 Ω | |
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance | 5.2 VRMS, 7.1 VRMS | 2.0 V |
Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance | 32 Ω - 600 Ω | |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 110 dB | 110 dB |
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) | 95 dB | |
Phono RIAA Deviation | 0±0.5 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz) | |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | 20 Hz - 30 kHz +/-0.2 dB | +0/-3 dB (AUDIO 2 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 10 Hz to 100 kHz) |
Residual noise (IHF-A Network) | 150 µV (Speaker Out) | |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE) | 75 dB/61 dB | |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono) | 75 dB/60 dB | |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | |
DSD Sampling Rates via USB | 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz | |
Ethernet Standard | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX | |
Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | |
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | |
Bluetooth Version | 4․2 | |
Bluetooth Frequency | 2.4 GHz | |
USB Terminal | USB2.0 5 V, 1 A | |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz | |
FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.) | Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf) | |
FM S/N Ratio | Mono/Stereo: 69 dB/68 dB | |
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) | Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6% | |
AM Frequency | 530 kHz - 1710 kHz | |
Warranty | 3 Years |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted
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