Anthem MRX 540 8K AVR

Description

Experience unparalleled performance and quality sound with the latest addition to Anthem’s MRX A/V Receiver collection – the MRX 540 7.2 Pre-Amplifier. This pre-amplifier is designed to elevate your audio experience with its impressive 7.2 channel configuration, 5 amplifier channels, and compatibility with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and IMAX Enhanced. With 100 watts per channel continuous power into 8 ohms, this pre-amplifier ensures that your favorite movies and music sound their best. Plus, including ARC (Anthem Room Correction) ensures you enjoy optimized audio quality regardless of your listening environment. And with the HDMI v2.1 8K, you can enjoy cutting-edge video quality that complements the outstanding sound. Get ready to immerse yourself in breathtaking audio and video with the Anthem MRX 540 7.2 Pre-Amplifier.

The latest MRX series from Anthem builds upon an impressive feature set, providing users with unparalleled audio quality. The newly added ARC Genesis offers a redesigned calibration microphone. The Anthem Web User Interface means that the MRX 540 (like the 740 and 1140 models) provides precise, customizable sound. And, with up to 15.2 channels of support and a massive 140 watts per channel, you’ll get a truly immersive sound that transports you to the heart of your favorite movies and music. Plus, with 7 HDMI inputs and 2 outputs, streaming support, and Ultra HD signal pass-through with Dolby Vision, HDR, and Hybrid Log-Gamma support, the MRX series is the perfect choice for anyone looking to upgrade their home theater experience.

Features include:

• New Electronics platform, up to 7.2 pre-amplifier channels with 5 amplifier channels, HDMI 2.0b HDCP 2.2, and HDMI 2.1 (8K)
• All object-oriented audio codecs have been updated to the latest version of DTS:X and Dolby Atmos.
• IMAX Enhanced
• ARC Genesis now features a more precise microphone, ensuring better results in any listening environment.
• Platform Agnostic Streaming with AirPlay2, Google Chromecast (Audio), Bluetooth v4.2, and Spotify Connect
• Reliable Networking Platform with web-based setup and over-the-air updates
• Next-Generation DSP Platform
• Modernized Design with high resolution front panel display

Audio Features:

• 7.2 pre-amplifier channels with 5 amplifier channels. 100 watts per channel continuous power into 8 ohms.
• Amp matrixing with up to 4 re-assignable channels
• Two paralleled subwoofer outputs
• Auto Subwoofer Phase Adjustments (ARC Genesis)
• Auto Subwoofer Polarity Adjustments (ARC Genesis)
• Latest Implementation of ARC Genesis
• Four Speaker Profile Memories
• 2” / 5 cm Speaker Distance Increments
• 0.5dB Level Increments
• Super Sub Front Setting

HDMI & Video:

• Dolby Vision
• IMAX Enhanced
• HDMI 2.1 8K
• HDMI eARC
• 4:4:4 Subsampling @4K60 (18.2 Gbps)
• High Dynamic Range (HDR)
• Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG)
• BT.2020 Color Gamut
• 4K 50/60 Switching
• Dual HDMI Outputs
• Standby Pass-Through

Decoding:

• Dolby Atmos
• Dolby HD
• DTS:X
• DTS-HD Master Audio

Custom Installation:\

• IP Control
• RS-232 Control
• IR Input
• Three 12V Trigger Outputs
• Pre-made Control Drivers
• Save and Load Settings
• Import and Export Settings
• Rackmount kit (sold separately)

Streaming:

• Apple Airplay
• Apple Airplay 2
• Google Chromecast Audio
• Bluetooth
• Spotify Connect (coming soon!)
• Roon (coming soon!)

Listening Modes:

• Anthem Logic
• Dolby Surround
• DTS Neural:X
• DTS Virtual:X
• Stereo
• All Channel Stereo
• Mono
• All Channel Mono

Additional Features:

• Anthem Web User Interface
• Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM)
• 30 Input Configurations
• Input trim adjustments
• Power-on Input Assignment
• Auto Power Off
• Eco Mode (standby)
• Over-the-air Network updates
• USB updates
• Beta updates (over-the-air)
• Backlit Remote Control

Preamplifier

• Maximum Output (<0.1% THD) - 5.2 VRMS, 7.1VRMS
• Frequency Response – 20Hz – 30KHz +/-0.2dB
• Frequency Response, Analog-Direct – N/A
• THD+N (2 Vrms output) – -100 dB
• S/N Ratio (2 Vrms output, IEC-A filter) – 110 dB

Preamplifier + Amplifier (1 W Output)

• SNR: 91 dB ch 1-5

Speaker Impedance

• Compatible with 4 Ohms or higher impedance.
• Maximum Continuous Output (1% Thd)
• Channels 1-5, Two Driven into 8 Ohms – 100 W
• Channels 1-5, Two Driven into 6 Ohms – 130 W

Power Consumption

• Typical Load – 485 W
• Standby – 0.3 W
• Standby IP Control Enabled – 1.8 W
• Standby HDMI Bypass Enabled – 4.9 W

Dimensions

• Height (without feet) – 6″ (15.24 cm)
• Height with Rackmount Kit – 4U
• Width – 17″ (43.18 cm)
• Depth (including wifi antenna w/o power cord) – 14-1/2″ (36.4 cm)
• Weight – 33.2 lb (12.8 kg)