{"title":"ANTHEM","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnthem is a Canadian manufacturer of home cinema and stereo electronics whose devices adapt to your room via the in-house room correction ARC Genesis. The focus has always been on sound and calibration rather than on flashy gimmicks – plainly operated, but honest in sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Anthem range at our store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/av-receiver\"\u003eAV receivers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – the MRX line for home cinema, with ARC Genesis and HDMI 2.1. From the ultra-compact MRX-SLM to the 11.2-channel MRX 1140 8K.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA\/V preamplifiers\u003c\/strong\u003e – the AVM processors for separates setups: AVM 70 8K with 15.2 channels, AVM 90 8K with 15.4 channels, four subwoofer outputs and XLR.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003eMultichannel power amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – the MCA series with two, three or five channels, when the processor needs muscle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiroom power amplifiers\u003c\/strong\u003e – the MDX-8 and MDX-16 distribute music across four or eight zones respectively, each individually calibrated via ARC and integrated into home automation via IP or RS-232.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you choose by\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first question isn't the number of channels, but the form factor: an AV receiver combines processor and power amps in one chassis – simpler, cheaper, the right answer for most living rooms. Separates split the two and pay off when the room is large, the speakers are demanding, or you want to upgrade in stages later. Only then do you count channels. And honestly: in an untreated living room, ARC Genesis usually makes more difference than jumping to the next size of power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHonestly speaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnthem is the right choice if clean, precisely calibrated sound matters more to you than the maximum app and streaming playground. If you want the flashiest interface and every streaming gimmick, the mass-market brands are the better fit. If you want power and calibration that audibly changes things in everyday use, that's Anthem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does ARC room correction actually do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARC Genesis measures your room with a microphone and smooths out peaks, especially in the bass, where the room does the most damage. The result is a cleaner, more balanced sound across all seating positions instead of just at the sweet spot. On request, we'll do the calibration at your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a separate power amp for Anthem?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MRX receivers have their own power amps built in and don't need one. The AVM processors, on the other hand, have none – there, separate power amps are mandatory, typically from the MCA series. In large rooms or with low-efficiency speakers, an MCA is worthwhile even alongside a receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the MDX-8 and MDX-16?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MDX-8 feeds eight channels across up to four zones, the MDX-16 sixteen channels across up to eight zones. Otherwise they're technically identical: same power per channel, same bridging capability, same control via IP and RS-232. You simply choose based on the number of rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy Anthem at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we don't just sell home cinema, we plan it: room, speaker matching, subwoofer distribution and calibration belong together for us. As an authorized Anthem dealer in Wädenswil, we'll advise you by phone, WhatsApp or on site – and with Mauri, we have our own technician on hand for installation and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround Anthem: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e for the surround field, matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e, and everything else from the world of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome cinema\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"anthemavm70-8k","title":"Anthem AVM 70 8K – 15.2-Channel A\/V Preamplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem AVM 70 8K is a 15.2-channel A\/V preamplifier that handles source selection, surround decoding and room correction, leaving the actual amplification to separate power amps. It's Anthem's entry point into the world of surround separates – though \"entry point\" here refers to its position in the lineup, not the level of its room correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the AVM 70 8K?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnthem's reputation stands or falls with its room correction, and ARC Genesis is the trump card: the system measures your room with a microphone and smooths out exactly the level peaks that every living room adds to the bass. That one step is often more audible than your next speaker upgrade – and yes, it's fine to think about it in that order for once. Four measurement profiles can be stored; decoding covers up to 15.2 channels including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro and IMAX Enhanced, with two independently calibratable subwoofer outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the video side, the AVM 70 8K passes through seven dedicated HDMI 2.1 inputs (8K\/60 Hz or 4K\/120 Hz), plus three outputs with eARC, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and – relevant for gamers – VRR and ALLM. The preamp outputs come fully duplicated: balanced via XLR and unbalanced via RCA, so you choose depending on your power amp. Control runs through the Anthem Web User Interface in a browser, on tablet or phone; an MM phono input for the turntable camp is also on board. Streaming runs via AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth – you can use that, but you don't have to: every physical source, from 4K player to record, plays just as well through the inputs, with no subscription required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the AVM 70 8K right for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the AVM 70 8K is for anyone who's serious about separates – processor and power amps kept apart, instead of stuffed into one box. Separate power amps are mandatory here, because the unit itself brings no power of its own; overlook that and you end up with a very elaborate, very quiet home cinema. If you're after a ready-made complete package with built-in amplification, an AV receiver – say, from Anthem's MRX series – is the simpler route. And if you absolutely need Auro-3D decoding, look elsewhere: the AVM 70 8K doesn't do that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AVM 70 8K is the brain for a serious separates-based home cinema: strong on room correction, up to date with 8K and HDMI 2.1, honest about the division of labour. Give it good power amps, and it gives you cinema. Which power amp and speaker combination suits your room is something we're happy to work out with you, unhurried – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, phone +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: 15.2-channel A\/V preamplifier \/ processor (no power amps)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: Anthem Room Correction (ARC) Genesis, four storable profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoding: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X Pro, DTS-HD Master Audio, IMAX Enhanced (no Auro-3D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 15.2 channels balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA), 17 jacks each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubwoofer outputs: 2, independently calibratable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZone 2: stereo preamp output (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI: 2.1 \/ HDCP 2.3 – 7 inputs, 3 outputs, eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo: 8K\/60 Hz, 4K\/120 Hz, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, VRR, ALLM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 3 × Toslink optical, 2 × coaxial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue inputs: 4 × stereo RCA, 1 × phono MM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A conversion: 32-bit \/ 768 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 35 kHz (±0.2 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 110 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Apple AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork \u0026amp; control: LAN, Wi-Fi, Anthem Web User Interface, IP control, RS-232, IR input, 12V trigger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: toroidal transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: approx. 60 W (operation), 0.3 W (standby), 1.8 W (standby with IP control)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 15.2 × 36.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 10.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack mounting: 4U possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: designed in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: AVM 70 8K, ARC Genesis measurement microphone with stand, illuminated remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Anthem AVM 70 8K have built-in power amps?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The AVM 70 8K is a pure A\/V preamplifier with no power amplification – you need separate power amps, for example from Anthem's MCA series. That separation is exactly the advantage: clean signal processing, freely chosen amplifier power, and the ability to add individual channels later without replacing the processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does ARC Genesis do on the AVM 70 8K?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARC Genesis measures your room with the included microphone and corrects its acoustic weaknesses, especially in the bass. The result is a more even, more precise sound – often the biggest audible improvement in the whole setup, because an untreated room otherwise holds back even the best system. Four profiles can be stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the AVM 70 8K really 8K-capable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Seven HDMI 2.1 inputs pass through 8K\/60 Hz and 4K\/120 Hz, plus HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and HLG. VRR and ALLM are on board for consoles, and three HDMI outputs with eARC connect projector and TV in parallel. That means you're also equipped for sources that aren't even in your rack yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the AVM 70 8K support Auro-3D?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The AVM 70 8K decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X including DTS:X Pro and IMAX Enhanced – Auro-3D isn't part of that. For the vast majority of home cinemas that's no real loss, since hardly any content exists in Auro-3D. If you absolutely need it, we'll tell you honestly which alternative suits you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem AVM 70 8K at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we don't just sell separates, we match them to each other. We work out with you which power amps and speakers suit your room, how to run the calibration properly, and how the whole thing fits into your control system. With Mauri, you have your own technician for installation and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA processor wants muscle: the right \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amps\u003c\/a\u003e aren't an accessory for the AVM 70 8K, they're mandatory. Add \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e for the full surround field, decent \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e for the seven HDMI inputs, a look at our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome cinema range\u003c\/a\u003e – or straight into the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480567120,"sku":null,"price":5399.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-avm-70-8k-av-vorverstaerker-prozessor-frontansicht.png?v=1787224579"},{"product_id":"anthemavm90-8k","title":"Anthem AVM 90 8K – 15.4-Channel A\/V Preamplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem AVM 90 8K is a 15.4-channel A\/V preamplifier that handles source switching, surround decoding and room correction, leaving all the power to external amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the flagship of the Anthem processors, and the gap to the smaller AVM 70 8K isn't hidden in the small print: four independent subwoofer outputs instead of two, balanced XLR connections for every single channel, the finer converters, the beefier power supply. Anyone building their home cinema from separate components gets, here, the control centre that no longer allows any excuses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the AVM 90 8K?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the bass, honestly. Four independent subwoofer outputs sound like number games until ARC Genesis has measured the room and dials in each sub individually for level, phase and polarity. Then the foundation sits cleanly even in the seat over on the right, not just in that one armchair traditionally reserved for the host. On top of that come a toroidal power supply, two 32-bit\/768 kHz converters and four storable calibration profiles for movies, music, late-night listening and your own curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 15.4 channels of processing, so layouts like 9.4.6, 11.4.4 or 13.4.2, with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced. All 15 main channels and all four subwoofer outputs are duplicated: balanced via XLR and unbalanced via RCA. On the video side, seven HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K\/60 Hz and 4K\/120 Hz, three outputs, two of them in parallel and one for Zone 2, plus eARC, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, VRR and ALLM. An MM phono input is on board, network playback runs via AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth and DLNA. You don't need a subscription for that: your own files from a NAS or internet radio are entirely enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the AVM 90 8K right for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the AVM 90 8K is worth it if you're distributing several subwoofers around the room, want to bridge long cable runs balanced, and are choosing your power amps separately anyway. For two subs and short RCA runs, the AVM 70 8K does the job just as well, and with no guilty conscience. Anyone looking for built-in power amps is better served by an AV receiver instead of here. And if your collection leans heavily on Auro-3D: the AVM 90 8K can't do that, and we'd rather tell you that beforehand than after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AVM 90 8K isn't a device you buy because you want more channels, but because you want more control: over the bass, over the cabling, over every single stage of the chain. Give it serious power amps, and it stops accepting excuses. Which power amps, which speaker layout, and how many subwoofers your room really needs, we're happy to work through with you at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil: +41 44 680 22 00 or WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Sonically, the Anthem AVM 90 behaves neutral and balanced in the best sense of the word, without ever sounding boring.\"\u003c\/em\u003e – LowBeats, review dated 20.10.2023, overall score 4.4\/5 (\"very good\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: 15.4-channel A\/V preamplifier \/ surround processor without power amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannels: up to 15.4 (e.g. 9.4.6, 11.4.4 or 13.4.2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoding: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, IMAX Enhanced (no Auro-3D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: Anthem Room Correction (ARC) Genesis, 4 storable profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 15 main channels + 4 subwoofers, each balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubwoofer outputs: 4 independent, level, phase and polarity adjustable per sub via ARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum output level: 10.7 V RMS (main channels), 11 V RMS (subwoofer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverters: two 32-bit\/768 kHz DACs (ESS Sabre)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI: 7 inputs, 3 outputs (2 parallel main outputs + 1 × Zone 2), HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3, eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo: 8K\/60 Hz, 4K\/120 Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, VRR, ALLM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurther inputs: 4 × stereo RCA, 1 × phono MM, 3 × Toslink, 2 × coaxial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork \u0026amp; streaming: LAN, Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth, DLNA (up to 192 kHz\/24-bit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: web interface, Anthem remote app, IP, RS-232, 12V trigger, IR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: toroidal transformer; power consumption 60 W typical, 0.3 W standby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 15.2 × 36.4 cm (height without feet, depth incl. Wi-Fi antenna)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 10.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: designed in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: A\/V preamplifier, RC-MRX 2 remote control with batteries, ARC Genesis measurement microphone with tripod and mount, 2 Wi-Fi\/Bluetooth antennas, power cable, USB-C-to-USB-A cable, quick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the AVM 90 8K and the AVM 70 8K?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour independent subwoofer outputs instead of two, 15.4 instead of 15.2 channels, and balanced XLR outputs for every channel. On top of that, the higher-grade converters and the more elaborate power supply. The HDMI 2.1 platform with 8K is identical on both. So the extra cost pays off mainly for multi-sub setups and long cable runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need power amps as well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. The AVM 90 8K has no power section and delivers preamp-level signals only. You combine it with separate multi-channel power amps, for example from Anthem's MCA series, which matches it in level and looks. That's exactly the point of separate components: the best signal processing, freely chosen power, and upgradable later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the AVM 90 8K support Auro-3D?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The AVM 90 8K decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced, Auro-3D isn't part of that. For the vast majority of movies and series that doesn't matter, since Atmos and DTS:X cover the market. If your collection relies heavily on Auro-3D soundtracks, we'd rather tell you that beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many subwoofers can I connect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour, each individually controlled. The four outputs come as XLR and as RCA, and ARC Genesis adjusts level, phase and polarity for each subwoofer separately. That smooths the bass across several seats instead of just at the sweet spot. Two subs are an improvement, four are fine-tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem AVM 90 8K at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a flagship processor is only as good as its setup. We plan power amps, speaker layout and subwoofer placement in the room with you, set up ARC Genesis properly and handle the integration, with Mauri as your own on-site technician. Call us on +41 44 680 22 00 or write to shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flagship wants muscle: the right \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amps\u003c\/a\u003e are mandatory here, plus \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e for the full surround field, decent \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e for the XLR runs, and everything else around \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome cinema\u003c\/a\u003e or in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480599888,"sku":null,"price":8999.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-avm-90-8k-av-vorverstaerker-prozessor-frontansicht.png?v=1782401439"},{"product_id":"anthemmca225","title":"Anthem MCA 225 GEN 2 – 2-Channel Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MCA 225 GEN 2 is a two-channel Class AB power amplifier that delivers 2 × 225 watts at 8 ohms and works as a pure power stage behind a preamplifier or A\/V processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the MCA Gen 2 series, it's the focused variant. The three- and five-channel models spread their reserves across several paths – here, they go to exactly two channels. For serious stereo, for the two front channels of a bigger home theater, or for a bi-amped speaker, that's the cleanest equation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MCA 225 GEN 2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight bipolar high-current transistors per channel hang off a low-leakage toroidal transformer with high rail voltage. The signal-to-noise ratio is 120 dB, the damping factor 300 – the background stays black, the grip on the bass driver stays tight. And the reserves are real: 2 × 400 watts at 4 ohms, 2 × 600 watts at 2 ohms. A power supply this size for just two channels is extravagance in the very best sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMostly what goes in at the front. The MCA 225 GEN 2 doesn't color the sound and doesn't push itself forward, it simply holds the speaker firmly – even once the level is well past room volume. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs are on hand, plus oversized, doubled-up speaker terminals. Anthem's Advanced Load Monitoring continuously watches temperature, current and voltage and steps in before anything gets hot – with no fuses that end your evening mid-climax. Power-up happens manually, via 12-volt trigger, or automatically via the input signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MCA 225 GEN 2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: this here is a power amp, not an integrated amplifier. Without a preamp or A\/V processor in front of it, it stays silent – anyone expecting a volume knob and source selection will rightly wonder where the buttons are. For small, highly efficient speakers in a twelve-square-meter room, it's simply overkill. Its territory: demanding floorstanding speakers, larger rooms, a bi-amped pair, or the front channels of a home theater that wants more than the receiver can give.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoise without a show. The MCA 225 GEN 2 delivers power, calm and control and otherwise makes no fuss about itself – exactly what you expect from a good power stage. Whether it suits your speakers and your preamp is something we're happy to work out: HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat the specialist press says: \"This is the easiest recommendation I've made in a long time.\" – Philip Beaudette, SoundStage! Hi-Fi, October 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: 2-channel power amplifier, Class AB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2 × 225 W (8 Ω) \/ 2 × 400 W (4 Ω) \/ 2 × 600 W (2 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput stage: 8 bipolar high-current transistors per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: linear, low-leakage toroidal transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB (IEC-A, referenced to 225 W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD) at 100 W: 0.0010% (1 kHz) \/ 0.015% (20 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamping factor: 300 (20 Hz to 1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlew rate: 30 V\/µs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 1 × XLR balanced (15 kΩ), 1 × RCA unbalanced (10 kΩ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput sensitivity: 1.5 Vrms for 225 W at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker terminals: oversized, doubled up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection circuit: Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM) for temperature, current and voltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-up: manual, 12 V trigger (3.5 mm jack) or signal sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 1 W standby, 35 W idle, 240 W typical, 500 W at high drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.9 × 16.9 × 46.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 18 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: designed and built in Canada, visually matched to AVM 70 and AVM 90\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: rackmount kit, 4U\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: power amplifier, power cord, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much power does the Anthem MCA 225 GEN 2 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt delivers 2 × 225 watts at 8 ohms and 2 × 400 watts at 4 ohms, and 2 × 600 watts at 2 ohms. Anthem states these figures conservatively. Together with the large toroidal power supply, the amplifier drives even impedance-critical speakers stably and without audible compression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a preamplifier with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The MCA 225 GEN 2 is a pure power amplifier with no volume control and no source selection. It needs a preamplifier or an A\/V processor in front of it – an Anthem AVM matches both visually and functionally. Alternatively, it works off the preamp-out of an integrated amplifier if you just want to add power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I bi-amp with the MCA 225 GEN 2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, for one speaker. In passive bi-amping, one channel handles the tweeter, the other the woofer of the same speaker. For a bi-amped stereo pair, you'd need two MCA 225 GEN 2 units, or a larger model in the series. Whether the effort pays off with your speakers is something we'll tell you honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the MCA 225 GEN 2 suitable for the front channels in a home theater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, that's one of its signature strengths. It takes over the two front channels, which do most of the work in a home theater, while the A\/V receiver keeps center and surrounds. It powers up automatically via the 12-volt trigger, and standby draw is around one watt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MCA 225 GEN 2 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a power amplifier only convinces in context. We're an authorized Anthem dealer in Wädenswil, we look at preamp, speakers and room together, and tell you whether the power really matches your chain. Mauri, our own technician, handles installation and service. Call us or write to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA power amplifier needs a brain in front and a diaphragm behind: preamps and processors from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e, matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, additional \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for expanding to more channels, and proper \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e so the reserves actually get through.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480632656,"sku":null,"price":2599.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mca-225-gen-2-2-kanal-endstufe-frontansicht.png?v=1785421601"},{"product_id":"anthemmca325","title":"Anthem MCA 325 GEN 2 – 3-Channel Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MCA 325 GEN 2 is a three-channel Class AB power amplifier that drives an entire home theater front stage with 225 watts per channel – left, center, right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits behind an A\/V processor or an AV receiver with preamp outputs and handles exactly the part where most home theaters quietly fall short: delivering power when it counts. Three channels here aren't a half-hearted compromise between two and five – they're a very deliberate choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MCA 325 GEN 2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause in film sound, the front three channels do the lion's share of the work. The center carries dialogue, left and right carry music, effects and everything that needs weight. Each of these channels gets eight bipolar high-current transistors and the reserves of a large, low-leakage toroidal power supply: 225 watts at 8 ohms, 400 watts at 4 ohms, 600 watts at 2 ohms – with all channels driven simultaneously, not just on a datasheet for a single one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst of all, quiet. 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio means truly nothing happens between scenes – and that's exactly what builds the contrast when things do kick off. Dialogue stays intelligible even when everything around it breaks loose, because the center no longer has to beg for power. Anthem's Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM) watches temperature, current and voltage instead of putting a fuse in the signal path: protection that pays attention without coloring the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MCA 325 GEN 2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: it's for anyone whose front stage wants more than the existing receiver can deliver – and for anyone building a home theater from the front backward, starting with the three most important channels. If you only listen to stereo, you don't need the third channel. If you want to actively drive five or seven channels, count again before buying. And without a preamplifier or processor in front of it, it stays completely silent here – this is a pure power amplifier, not an all-rounder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MCA 325 GEN 2 is the unruffled answer to an overwhelmed home theater front: plenty of power, plenty of control, Canadian build quality, and a chassis that visually matches the AVM processors. Which channel split makes sense in your room is something we're happy to work out with you beforehand – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: 3-channel power amplifier, Class AB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 225 W per channel (8 Ω), 400 W per channel (4 Ω), 600 W per channel (2 Ω), all channels driven simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput stage: 8 bipolar high-current transistors per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: low-leakage toroidal transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion: 0.0010% at 100 W \/ 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB at 8 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamping factor: 300 (20 Hz – 1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlew rate: 30 V\/µs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 3× XLR balanced, 3× RCA unbalanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: 15 kΩ (XLR), 10 kΩ (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: speaker binding posts per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: trigger in and trigger out (3.5 mm), power-up manual, via trigger, or via signal sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection: Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM) – temperature, current and voltage, no fuse in the signal path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 1.4 W standby, 47 W idle, 350 W typical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.9 × 16.9 × 46.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 19.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturing: designed and built in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: rackmount kit (4U)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: power amplifier, detachable power cord (IEC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the three channels of the Anthem MCA 325 GEN 2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the front of a home theater: left, center and right from a single power amplifier. Just as well, it can add center and two surround channels to an existing setup. Each of the three channels gets full power, none is a scaled-down extra channel. You notice that most with dialogue and dense effect scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much power does the MCA 325 GEN 2 deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e225 watts per channel at 8 ohms, 400 watts at 4 ohms and 600 watts at 2 ohms – all three channels driven simultaneously. Eight bipolar output transistors per channel and a large toroidal transformer make sure these reserves actually reach current-hungry speakers too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the MCA 325 GEN 2 to an AV receiver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, as long as your receiver has preamp outputs for the front channels. You connect pre-out left, center and right via RCA to the power amplifier and let the receiver drive only the remaining channels. Balanced XLR inputs are also on board, for instance for an Anthem AVM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the MCA 325 GEN 2 switched on?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree ways: by hand on the unit, via the trigger input of your processor, or automatically as soon as an input signal is present. A trigger output passes the signal on to further devices. In standby, the amplifier draws around 1.4 watts, so it can stay permanently connected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MCA 325 GEN 2 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the question isn't how many watts are printed on the box, but which channel split fits your room, your speakers and your existing electronics. We plan that with you at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, as a specialist shop with our own technician for installation, calibration and service. Call us or write to us – we'll also tell you if three channels are more than you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp front, the MCA 325 GEN 2 needs a partner: a processor from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e or an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/av-receiver\"\u003eAV receiver\u003c\/a\u003e with pre-outs. Behind it belong \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e that can make something of the power, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e that don't become the bottleneck. See how it all comes together in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome theater\u003c\/a\u003e section; further \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for additional channels are also available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480665424,"sku":null,"price":3199.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mca-325-gen-2-3-kanal-endstufe-frontansicht.png?v=1785421601"},{"product_id":"anthemmca525","title":"Anthem MCA 525 GEN 2 – 5-Channel Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MCA 525 GEN 2 is a five-channel Class AB power amplifier that drives a complete 5.1 home theater from a single chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits behind an AV preamplifier or an AV receiver with pre-outs and takes on purely the muscle work: 225 watts per channel at 8 ohms, 400 watts at 4 ohms – with all five channels driven simultaneously, not just two, the way datasheets like to make things look prettier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MCA 525 GEN 2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause five equal channels from one chassis are something different from five channels sharing a tight power supply. Anthem builds in two separate power supplies with low-leakage toroidal transformers, plus generous heatsinks and Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM), which watches temperature, current and voltage outside the signal path. The 120 dB signal-to-noise ratio makes sure truly nothing happens between the loud parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuiet when nothing's playing – and control when everything plays at once. Center dialogue stays intelligible while the front channels work at full load; surround effects land exactly where they belong instead of getting lost in the general scrum. In big orchestral and action scenes, what stands out most is what's missing: the shrinking of the soundstage that many multichannel solutions deliver past a certain volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MCA 525 GEN 2 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: it's for anyone who wants to run a complete 5.1 home theater with equal power on every channel – or who wants their AV preamplifier, say an Anthem AVM 70 or AVM 90, to be relieved of amplifier duty entirely. It's not for you if you listen mostly to stereo: that's what the smaller siblings with two or three channels are for. Nor if your rack is tight and poorly ventilated – 27.5 kilos want a stable, airy spot. And anyone going to 7.1 or height channels needs an additional power amplifier on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MCA 525 GEN 2 is the unruffled solution for a home theater that doesn't hold its breath at the first loud scene: plenty of power, little self-importance, built for decades rather than model cycles. The specialist press sees it similarly – Home Cinema Choice awarded 4.5 out of 5 stars: \"…you will be mesmerised by the power, detail, dynamic transients, and ample headroom.\" (Home Cinema Choice, 2023). Whether five channels are the right math for your room is something we're happy to work out with you beforehand: HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: 5-channel power amplifier, Class AB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower at 8 ohms: 225 W per channel, all five channels driven simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower at 4 ohms: 400 W per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower at 2 ohms: 600 W per channel (manufacturer spec, below 1% THD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput transistors: 8 high-current transistors per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: two separate, low-leakage toroidal transformers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion: 0.0010% at 1 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 5 × XLR balanced (15 kΩ), 5 × RCA unbalanced (10 kΩ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput sensitivity: 1.5 Vrms for 225 W at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridged operation: not supported per Anthem's manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection: Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM) – temperature, current, voltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker connections: enlarged, better-conducting binding posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower-up: manual, trigger-in 3.5 mm jack (5–24 V DC) or auto-on via signal sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 2 W standby, around 80 W idle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.8 × 16.9 × 46.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 27.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: designed and built in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: power amplifier, power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many channels does the Anthem MCA 525 GEN 2 cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive – a complete 5.1 home theater without an additional power amplifier. Front left, center, front right and two surrounds each get 225 watts at 8 ohms. If you later want to expand to 7.1 or height channels, you add another power amplifier; the MCA 525 GEN 2 stays the backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the MCA 525 GEN 2 deliver its power on all five channels at once?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Anthem specifies 225 watts at 8 ohms and 400 watts at 4 ohms, with all five channels driven simultaneously. Two separate power supplies with toroidal transformers provide the reserves. That's exactly what sets it apart from power amps whose datasheet only covers two channels at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat preamplifier do I need for the MCA 525 GEN 2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA preamplifier or an AV processor – the power amplifier has neither volume control nor source selection. An Anthem AVM 70 or AVM 90 is the obvious choice, but technically any processor with XLR or RCA outputs works. An AV receiver with pre-outs also works, and gets noticeably relieved in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the MCA 525 GEN 2 be run bridged?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, Anthem's manual doesn't provide for bridged operation. It remains a five-channel power amplifier with no mono switch. If you need more power on the front channels for a very large room, an additional stereo power amplifier is the clean path. We're happy to work out what makes sense for your room with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MCA 525 GEN 2 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a power amplifier this size needs planning, not just a shopping cart. As an Anthem dealer in Wädenswil, we check with you whether processor, speakers and room fit together, and clarify placement and ventilation. Mauri, our own technician, handles installation and service. Call us or write to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA power amplifier alone doesn't make a home theater. Find the right processor in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e, additional power stages among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e for the whole surround field, ideas for the overall system in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome theater\u003c\/a\u003e – and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e that are exactly the wrong place to save money.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480698192,"sku":null,"price":4499.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mca-525-gen-2-5-kanal-endstufe-frontansicht.png?v=1785421601"},{"product_id":"anthemmdx-16","title":"Anthem MDX-16 – 16-Channel Multiroom Power Amplifier (8 Zones)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MDX-16 is a 16-channel multiroom power amplifier that independently powers, switches and calibrates up to eight stereo zones. It sits in the technical room, not on the living room shelf – and becomes interesting whenever a house has more rooms than a small four-zone solution could ever handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MDX-16?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistributed audio rarely fails on watts, almost always on room acoustics: the kitchen echoes, the bathroom booms, the office sounds thin. The MDX-16 calibrates every zone individually with ARC Genesis and corrects each one individually – eight rooms, eight tunings, instead of one compromise preset for all. Add to that 16 Ultra Class D channels with 60 watts at 8 ohms, 120 watts at 4 ohms and 200 watts bridged when a single room needs more headroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight analog stereo inputs, two coaxial and two optical digital inputs, PCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz – and a true matrix on top: every zone accesses every connected source independently. One subwoofer output per zone with its own bass management. Control runs via the web interface or via home automation: IP and RS-232, 12-volt trigger, audio sensing and ready-made drivers for Control4, Crestron, Savant, ELAN, RTI and URC. If a house needs more than eight zones, multiple units can be cascaded via the analog passthrough outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MDX-16 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor large houses, vacation properties, practices and retail spaces where music needs to reach many rooms and every room has a mind of its own. Straight talk: if you're planning three or four zones, the smaller MDX-8 is the more sensible choice – eight zones aren't a status symbol, they're planning work. And as a stereo power amplifier for a single living room, the MDX-16 would simply be beside the point. Sources, speakers and control come separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoom correction per zone is still the exception in the multiroom world today – here it's standard, eight times over. Anyone wiring up a large house buys, above all, peace of mind with the MDX-16: one unit, two rack units of height, all zones under one roof. How many zones your project really needs and how the wiring works out cleanly is something we're happy to work out with you – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: multiroom distribution power amplifier, 16 channels \/ up to 8 stereo zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 60 W per channel at 8 Ω, 120 W per channel at 4 Ω, 200 W bridged at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifier technology: Ultra Class D with Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: ARC Genesis, calibrated separately per zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital formats: PCM up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog inputs: 8 × stereo RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 2 × coaxial (RCA), 2 × optical (Toslink)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker outputs: 8 × stereo via pluggable Phoenix terminals, up to 12 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurther outputs: 8 × subwoofer RCA with bass management, 2 × stereo RCA passthrough, 1 × optical (matrix), 1 × 12 V trigger (3.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl connections: RJ-45 Ethernet, RS-232, micro-USB (ARC), 1 × trigger input 3.5 mm (5–24 V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRouting: full analog\/digital matrix, cascading of multiple units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomation drivers: Control4, Crestron, Savant, ELAN, RTI, URC (IP\/RS-232)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation: web interface, 12 V trigger, audio sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 8.9 × 41.7 cm with feet, 2U in rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 10.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: MDX-16, ARC Genesis measurement microphone with dual connector (3.5 mm and mini-USB), USB and 3.5 mm cables, trigger cable, power cord, rack brackets, unit feet and screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many rooms can the Anthem MDX-16 cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to eight stereo zones, so typically eight rooms each with its own source and volume. Via the matrix, every zone accesses every connected source independently. If that's not enough, multiple MDX units can be cascaded via the analog passthrough outputs. You set the zone split during planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does ARC Genesis do in each zone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARC Genesis measures every room separately and corrects its acoustics individually, including its own subwoofer setting per zone. That way every zone sounds balanced on its own, instead of one preset being forced onto all rooms. The measurement microphone is included, calibration runs on a computer and can be switched off per zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the MDX-16 be integrated into home automation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Via IP and RS-232, ready-made drivers for Control4, Crestron, Savant, ELAN, RTI and URC are available. Without an automation system, you configure everything in the web interface. For automatic power on\/off there's 12-volt trigger and audio sensing. The zones remain individually addressable, even from your control system's app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the power enough for larger rooms too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor normal living spaces, yes: 60 watts at 8 ohms per channel, 120 watts at 4 ohms. If a room gets bigger or more demanding speakers should run, two channels can be bridged to 200 watts at 8 ohms. That zone then plays mono, which belongs in the planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MDX-16 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a multiroom system stands or falls with the installation. As an authorized Anthem dealer, we plan zones, wiring and control with you in Wädenswil, and Mauri, our own technician, handles installation, calibration and configuration on site. Call us or write to us, and we'll work through your project together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEight zones want speakers in every room – find the selection among our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e. For the run from the technical room to the attic there's matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecable\u003c\/a\u003e, and if a single zone needs more power, a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e is worthwhile. The brand's full range is available in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480730960,"sku":null,"price":3899.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mdx-16-multiroom-endstufe-frontansicht.png?v=1785424256"},{"product_id":"anthemmdx-8","title":"Anthem MDX-8 – 8-Channel Multiroom Power Amplifier (4 Zones)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MDX-8 is an 8-channel multiroom power amplifier that individually amplifies, switches and calibrates up to four stereo zones. Two rack units in the rack, one unit in the equipment closet – and music plays in the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or on the terrace, each zone with its own source and its own volume. Instead of a tower of four separate amplifiers that you'd also have to wake up individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MDX-8?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour zones sound like a small number – until you actually count: living room, kitchen, bathroom, terrace. And suddenly the flat is full. The MDX-8 is built exactly for this size. Its real argument is called ARC Genesis: every zone is measured separately and corrected for its room, instead of one single setting being forced onto four different rooms. A tiled bathroom and a carpeted living room simply don't have much in common. The Ultra Class D power amplifiers deliver 60 watts at 8 ohms and 120 watts at 4 ohms per channel, 200 watts bridged at 8 ohms per zone. Advanced Load Monitoring keeps an eye on the load, so the whole thing stays cool and quiet in continuous operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour analog stereo inputs on RCA, plus one optical digital input that accepts PCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz. The matrix lets every zone access every connected source, so no room has to put up with the compromise of the neighboring room. Each zone has a subwoofer output with bass management and room correction. Speakers connect via pluggable Phoenix terminals up to 12 AWG. Setup happens in the browser; for home automation, ready-made drivers for Control4, Crestron, Savant, ELAN, RTI and URC are available, supplemented by RS-232, trigger connections and audio sensing. Multiple MDX units can be linked via the analog loop-through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MDX-8 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the MDX-8 is the right size for distributed audio in an apartment, single-family home, practice or shop – anywhere the number of zones stays manageable. If you're planning four zones today but secretly already thinking of eight, go straight for the MDX-16; adding on here means a second unit. For a single stereo living room, it's the wrong approach – that's what integrated amplifiers are for. And it's not an all-rounder: streamer, sources and control panels come separately, the MDX-8 amplifies and distributes. Setup is an installation job, not unbox-and-go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiroom with Anthem-level ambition in a manageable format: four zones, each individually calibrated, everything under control via browser or home automation. In the equipment closet, the MDX-8 stays so unobtrusive that you're happy to forget it after commissioning – that's meant explicitly as a compliment. How many zones your project really needs and how we wire it up sensibly is best discussed in conversation: HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"In the past 10 years, I can't think of too many audio components that have changed the way that I listen to music as drastically as the Anthem MDX-8 has.\"\u003c\/em\u003e – Jerry Del Colliano, Future Audiophile, 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: multiroom distribution power amplifier, 8 channels \/ up to 4 stereo zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 8 × 60 W (8 Ω), 8 × 120 W (4 Ω), 200 W bridged per zone (8 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifier technology: Ultra Class D with Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: ARC Genesis, independently calibrated per zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverters: PCM up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog inputs: 4 × stereo RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital input: 1 × optical (Toslink), no coaxial input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubwoofer outputs: 4 × mono RCA, with bass management and room correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker connection: 4 × pluggable Phoenix terminals (stereo), up to 12 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRouting: digital\/analog matrix, analog loop-through for daisy-chaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: web interface, Ethernet RJ-45, RS-232, micro-USB (for ARC), trigger in and out 3.5 mm (5–24 V), audio sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomation drivers: Control4, Crestron, Savant, ELAN, RTI, URC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 9.9 × 43.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack mounting: 2 rack units, removable unit feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of delivery: power amplifier, ARC Genesis measurement microphone (3.5 mm and mini-USB), rack brackets, unit feet, power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many rooms can the Anthem MDX-8 cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to four stereo zones, so four rooms each with one pair of speakers. Every zone has its own source, its own volume and its own room correction. Via the matrix, every zone accesses every connected input. If four zones aren't enough, multiple MDX units can be linked via the analog loop-through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the MDX-8 and the MDX-16?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe number of zones. The MDX-8 delivers eight channels for up to four zones, the MDX-16 sixteen channels for up to eight. The bigger sibling is also broader on the input side. Power per channel, Ultra Class D technology and ARC Genesis per zone are the same on both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the measurement microphone for ARC Genesis included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Anthem includes a measurement microphone with dual connector with the MDX-8, 3.5 mm and mini-USB. That's what you use to calibrate every zone individually; the ARC Genesis software is provided free by Anthem for download. You don't need any additional hardware for it, just a computer and a bit of quiet in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the MDX-8 be integrated into home automation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Anthem provides drivers for Control4, Crestron, Savant, ELAN, RTI and URC. It connects via Ethernet or RS-232, plus a trigger in and out with 3.5 mm jack and audio sensing, which wakes the zones itself when a signal arrives. For smaller installations, the web interface in the browser is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MDX-8 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause distributed audio depends on the installation, not the box. We plan zones, cable runs and control with you, and our technician Mauri mounts, configures and calibrates every zone with ARC Genesis. Plus, we're an authorized dealer in Wädenswil, an experienced team, and a contact who's still reachable after handover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour zones want speakers in every room: you'll find matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e with us as well as the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e that all come together in the equipment closet. If you're planning the main room in parallel, take a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome theater world\u003c\/a\u003e – or just browse the whole \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480763728,"sku":null,"price":2699.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mdx-8-multiroom-endstufe-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785424282"},{"product_id":"anthemmrx1140-8k","title":"Anthem MRX 1140 8K – 11.2-Channel AV Receiver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MRX 1140 8K is an 11.2-channel AV receiver that combines eleven built-in power amps, a 15.2-channel preamp, and ARC Genesis room correction in a single chassis. It's the flagship of the MRX series – built for home theaters where ceiling channels are a given, not an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MRX 1140 8K?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe channel count is the real reason. Eleven amplified channels means a complete 7.2.4 Atmos layout with four genuine height channels from a single unit, with no extra power amp and no argument about rack space. Anthem deliberately splits the power unevenly – channels 1 through 5 run in Class AB at 140 watts into 8 ohms and carry front, center, and therefore the main load, while channels 6 through 11 deliver 60 watts in Class D for surround and ceiling. Eleven equal numbers would have looked prettier in a brochure; in the room, what matters is where the watts sit. Add amp matrixing on top: up to ten freely assignable channels, for example for bi-amping the front speakers or for Zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eARC Genesis is what you'll notice fastest. Anthem's room correction measures your room, smooths out the bass range, and sorts out the handovers between speakers; you can save four profiles, for example separate ones for movies and music. The biggest audible jump in a home theater rarely comes from new speakers – it comes from a room that's finally under control. Add Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and IMAX Enhanced, two independently adjustable subwoofer outputs, and an HDMI 2.1 platform that passes through 8K\/60 Hz and 4K\/120 Hz – VRR and ALLM included for the console.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MRX 1140 8K for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the MRX 1140 8K pays off if you're really running ten or eleven speakers – or concretely plan to. If you're staying at 5.1 and will keep staying there, you're buying six channels of reserve that will never see a signal; then the MRX 740 or 540 is the more honest choice. If, on the other hand, you're after uncompromising power for demanding floorstanders, a separate processor plus multichannel power amp gets you there more confidently – at the cost of more boxes and more space. And if you want to hook up a turntable: there's no phono input, but there are five analog stereo inputs and a suitable phono preamp ahead of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MRX 1140 8K is the tidy path to a big home theater: eleven channels, clean 8K pass-through, the best room correction Anthem has to offer – and one chassis instead of three. We're happy to plan with you which speaker configuration suits your room: HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere's what the trade press says: \"Anthem's new MRX-1140 is a mighty machine capable of creating a massive soundstage with huge dynamic swings.\" – StereoNET, Anthem MRX-1140 review, October 2021 (Applause Award).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: AV receiver, 11 amplified channels, 15.2 preamp channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower channels 1–5: 140 W into 8 ohms, 170 W into 6 ohms (Class AB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower channels 6–11: 60 W into 8 ohms, 75 W into 6 ohms (Class D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel assignment: amp matrixing, up to 10 freely assignable channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: Anthem Room Correction (ARC) Genesis, 4 storable profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoding: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, IMAX Enhanced (no Auro-3D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverters: 32-bit \/ 768 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 15.2 channels RCA, including 2 independent subwoofer outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog inputs: 5 × stereo RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono input: not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI: 2.1 \/ HDCP 2.3 – 7 inputs, 2 main outputs (eARC on HDMI 1), 1 Zone 2 output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo: 8K\/60 Hz, 4K\/120 Hz, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, VRR, ALLM, QFT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Apple AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZone 2: yes, with its own HDMI output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: Anthem Web User Interface, IP (Control4, Crestron, Savant, RTI, URC, ELAN), RS-232, 12V trigger, IR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: toroidal transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 15.2 × 36.4 cm (height without feet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 15.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: receiver, remote control, 2 × Wi-Fi antenna, ARC kit (USB measurement microphone, mic clip, telescopic stand with boom, USB cable), power cable, documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much power does the Anthem MRX 1140 8K deliver per channel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChannels 1 through 5 deliver 140 watts each into 8 ohms, channels 6 through 11 deliver 60 watts each. Into 6 ohms that's 170 and 75 watts respectively. Anthem splits it deliberately: front and center get the powerful Class AB stages, surround and height get the more efficient Class D stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs eleven channels enough for a 7.2.4 home theater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, you run a full 7.2.4 straight out of the receiver. Eleven power amps and two independently adjustable subwoofer outputs cover the layout completely, with no extra amp needed. The preamp even processes 15.2 channels – if you expand to more channels later, you add an external power amp via the RCA preamp outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect a turntable directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot directly – the MRX 1140 8K has no phono input. You need a phono preamp between the turntable and one of the five analog stereo RCA inputs. After that, vinyl runs completely normally, including room correction and zones. We're happy to sort out which phono preamp suits your cartridge in a quick phone call.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the MRX 1140 8K and the MRX 740?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe number of amplified channels: seven on the 740, eleven on the 1140. For 5.2.4 or 7.2.4 with genuine ceiling speakers, you need an extra power amp with the 740, but not with the 1140. The preamp section, ARC Genesis, and the 8K HDMI platform are identical on both models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MRX 1140 8K at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause an eleven-channel cinema deserves planning, not just a box. We work out the speaker configuration with you, calibrate cleanly with ARC Genesis, and integrate the system into your room. As an authorized Anthem dealer in Wädenswil, we stay reachable with our own technician even after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with this\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEleven channels want to be fed – left empty, they sound surprisingly unspectacular. Find the right \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e for the Atmos field, more building blocks for your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome theater\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amps\u003c\/a\u003e for expanding beyond eleven channels, plus \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e in the right length – or dive straight into the whole \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480796496,"sku":null,"price":5699.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mrx-1140-8k-av-receiver-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785422316"},{"product_id":"anthemmrx540-8k","title":"Anthem MRX 540 8K – 5-Channel AV Receiver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MRX 540 8K is an AV receiver with five built-in power amps and a preamp that processes 7.2 channels. It's the smallest of the three MRX 8K receivers and the most direct path to Anthem's ARC Genesis. If you don't need eleven channels but want a living room to sound truly clean, this is exactly right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MRX 540 8K?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnthem doesn't cut corners on the entry model. ARC Genesis is fully on board, measurement microphone included – and in a living room with a sofa and hard walls, clean calibration achieves more than any extra power amp. The five Class AB channels deliver 100 watts into 8 ohms, measured with two channels driven – Anthem states that honestly instead of a fantasy number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive power amps and 7.2 processing – that gap is deliberate, and it's your upgrade path. Internally you run 5.1 or 3.1.2 with two height channels; for full 5.1.2 you later add a two-channel power amp to the preamp outputs. Sonically you'll hear Anthem's calm signature: voices stay intelligible when things get loud, and after calibration the bass sounds like an instrument rather than a piece of furniture. On the video side, everything runs natively over HDMI 2.1 with 8K\/60 Hz, 4K\/120 Hz, VRR, and ALLM – the games console will be pleased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MRX 540 8K for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: it's meant for living-room cinemas where five good speakers matter more than nine mediocre ones. Ideal if you're starting with 5.1 and want to keep the door open to 5.1.2. Not ideal if four height channels are planned from the outset – then the MRX 740 or 1140 is the more honest choice. And if you're mainly a vinyl listener: there's no phono input here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA receiver that knows its limits and sounds remarkably grown-up within them. That's exactly what we at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil like: it doesn't sell you channels in reserve, just good ones. Tell us about your room – +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: AV receiver, 5 power amps (Class AB), 7.2-channel preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 100 W per channel into 8 ohms (2 channels driven), 130 W into 6 ohms; no 4-ohm rating stated by the manufacturer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal speaker configurations: 5.1 or 3.1.2; 5.1.2 with external two-channel power amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 7.2 channels, RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubwoofer outputs: 2, in parallel from the same mono signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: Anthem Room Correction (ARC) Genesis, four storable profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoding: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, IMAX Enhanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI: 2.1 \/ HDCP 2.3 – 7 inputs, 2 outputs, eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo: 8K\/60 Hz, 4K\/120 Hz, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision, VRR, ALLM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverters: 32-bit \/ 768 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Apple AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono input (MM): not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZone 2: not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: Anthem web interface, Anthem Remote App, IP, RS-232, 12V trigger, IR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 15.2 × 36.4 cm (height without feet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: receiver, remote control, ARC Genesis measurement microphone with USB cable and mic stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many channels does the Anthem MRX 540 8K amplify?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive – each with 100 watts into 8 ohms. The preamp, by contrast, processes 7.2 channels. Internally this gives you a 5.1 setup or 3.1.2 with two height channels; for full 5.1.2 you add a two-channel power amp to the preamp outputs. That can be retrofitted at any time without replacing the receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the MRX 540 8K do Dolby Atmos?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Internally it covers 3.1.2 – front left, center, right plus two height speakers and a subwoofer. If you want 5.1.2 with full surrounds, you add a two-channel power amp via the 7.2 preamp outputs. The receiver also decodes DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced. The height channels work as ceiling speakers or as add-on Atmos modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the MRX 540 8K have a phono input?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, there's no phono input. For a turntable you need a separate phono preamp connected to one of the analog line-level inputs – sonically often the better solution anyway. We're happy to tell you over the phone which phono stage suits your cartridge. A quick call saves you a lot of trial and error.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do I need ARC Genesis for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARC Genesis measures your room with the supplied microphone and corrects what the walls do to the sound – above all bass buildup and boominess. That's the biggest audible gain in most living rooms. The software runs on Mac or PC, and the receiver stores the profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MRX 540 8K at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the entry-level model in particular lives or dies on the right calibration and speaker choice. We're an authorized Anthem dealer in Wädenswil, we plan channel count and placement with you, and Mauri, our own technician, handles installation, ARC calibration, and service. Call or write to us – we think it through with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with this\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive channels want speakers: matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e for front, surround, and height, a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amp\u003c\/a\u003e for the step up to 5.1.2, plus proper \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e. More from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e and everything around \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome theater\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480829264,"sku":null,"price":2699.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mrx-540-8k-av-receiver-frontansicht.png?v=1785422312"},{"product_id":"anthemmrx740-8k","title":"Anthem MRX 740 8K – 7-Channel AV Receiver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MRX 740 8K is an AV receiver with seven built-in power amps and 11.2-channel processing, ready to run an Atmos home theater right out of the box and expand later via preamp outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Anthem's 8K lineup, the 740 is the sensible middle ground – and \"sensible\" here is explicitly a compliment. The MRX 540 covers the compact cinema, the MRX 1140 drives eleven channels internally. The 740 takes the position in between: enough power amps for a real home theater, plus a preamp that already processes more today than the chassis amplifies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MRX 740 8K?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeven power amps mean, in practice: 5.1.2 with two ceiling speakers, or 7.1 with a full rear field – straight out of the box, no extra unit. Amp matrixing lets you reassign up to six channels, for example for bi-amping the fronts. And because the preamp processes 11.2 channels, the path to 7.2.4 is already built into the unit: you hang an external power amp off the preamp outputs instead of replacing the whole receiver. That's the real idea behind this model – finished today, not maxed out tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eARC Genesis measures your room with the supplied microphone and cleans up mainly the bass, exactly where rooms lie the most. After that, the sound sits calm and sorted, dialogue stays intelligible even when the world is ending in the background. Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and IMAX Enhanced run natively, and the 740 treats stereo pleasingly seriously. On the video side, 8K\/60 Hz and 4K\/120 Hz pass through with VRR and ALLM – the games console in the living room quietly approves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MRX 740 8K for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: for anyone who wants a serious home theater in a living space and doesn't yet know today whether it'll ever become a full 7.2.4. If you want eleven channels now and internally, the MRX 1140 8K is the more honest buy. If 5.1 in a small room is enough for good, the MRX 540 8K will do. Two more things: there's no phono input, so the turntable needs its own preamp. And channels 6 and 7 are rated weaker than 1 through 5 – irrelevant for surrounds, but not for large rear floorstanders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 740 isn't a compromise, it's a decision: full Anthem processing, ARC Genesis, and genuine 8K pass-through, with seven power amps exactly where most living rooms stop anyway. We're happy to work out which configuration suits your room at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil – 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere's what the trade press says: \"The result is a competitively-priced and well-specified AV receiver that sounds excellent and delivers superb value for money.\" – AVForums, MRX 740 Review, 2021 (9\/10, Highly Recommended).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: A\/V receiver, 7 power amps, 11.2 preamp channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower channels 1–5: 140 W into 8 Ω, 170 W into 6 Ω (two channels driven)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower channels 6–7: 60 W into 8 Ω, 75 W into 6 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker impedance: 4 Ω or higher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmp matrixing: up to 6 reconfigurable channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: ARC Genesis, 4 storable profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A conversion: 32-bit \/ 768 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoding: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, IMAX Enhanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp outputs: 11.2 channels (RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubwoofer outputs: 2 (parallel, same signal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI: 2.1 \/ HDCP 2.3 – 7 inputs, 2 outputs (main output with eARC, second output for Zone 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo: 8K\/60 Hz, 4K\/120 Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, VRR, ALLM, BT.2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional inputs: 3 × optical, 2 × coaxial, 5 × analog RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono input: not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZone 2: yes, audio and HDMI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: Anthem Web User Interface, Anthem app, IP, RS-232, 12V trigger, IR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 485 W typical, 0.3 W standby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 43.2 × 15.2 × 36.4 cm (height without feet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 15.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: rack-mount kit (sold separately, 4U)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: receiver, remote control, ARC Genesis USB measurement microphone with stand, power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many channels does the MRX 740 8K amplify itself?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MRX 740 8K amplifies seven channels itself, and processes 11.2. That runs a full 5.1.2 or 7.1 setup straight out of the receiver. Amp matrixing lets you reassign up to six of these power amps, for example for bi-amping the front speakers. Anything beyond that goes through the 11.2 preamp outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the MRX 740 8K handle a 7.2.4 Atmos setup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but only with an external power amp. The preamp processes 11.2 channels, seven of which the receiver amplifies itself. You get the remaining four via the preamp outputs and a multichannel power amp. If you want a fully internal 7.2.4, go for the larger MRX 1140 8K. This way, expansion stays an addition rather than a fresh purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the MRX 740 8K really natively 8K-capable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the HDMI 2.1 platform is built in from the factory, no later upgrade needed. Seven inputs accept 8K\/60 Hz and 4K\/120 Hz, plus HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, VRR, and ALLM. The main output supports eARC, the second output serves Zone 2. That's plenty for current consoles and 8K TVs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect a turntable directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the MRX 740 8K has no phono input. Your turntable needs a phono preamp, after which it goes into one of the analog RCA inputs. Many turntables already have a built-in preamp; if not, we'll find you the right unit for your cartridge and budget. That keeps vinyl possible in the home theater regardless.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MRX 740 8K at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the channel configuration has to match your room and speakers, not the brochure. We plan layout, wiring, and expansion stage with you, calibrate with ARC Genesis, and integrate the whole thing into your living room. Mauri, our own technician, handles installation and service. Call or write to us – we're happy to advise you even before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with this\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeven channels want speakers: find the right set among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e, and the expansion to 7.2.4 among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003epower amps\u003c\/a\u003e. For clean connections it's worth a look at \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e, for the bigger picture at \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome theater\u003c\/a\u003e – or straight into the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/anthem\"\u003eAnthem world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989480862032,"sku":null,"price":4199.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/anthem-mrx-740-8k-av-receiver-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785422316"},{"product_id":"anthemmrxslm","title":"Anthem MRX-SLM – Ultra-Compact 5.1 AV Receiver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Anthem MRX-SLM is a 5.1 AV receiver in a slim-line chassis that packs complete home theater electronics, including ARC Genesis room correction, into a footprint of roughly 28 × 28 centimeters and barely four centimeters of height. It's built exactly for the case where a normal receiver simply doesn't fit: behind the wall-mounted TV, under the shelf, in a shallow piece of furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MRX-SLM?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it's the opposite of a compromise, even though it looks like one. ARC Genesis – the same calibration software that runs in Anthem's big preamps – is on board, measurement microphone included. Precisely where the SLM gets used, a speaker rarely stands ideally, and that's exactly where room correction pays off the most. The Class D power amps stay cool enough that the unit survives even a closed cabinet. The wall bracket is included, a 19-inch rack kit is optional: the SLM is meant as an installation device, not shelf decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFive channels plus subwoofer, with genuine Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding. Out of the box it runs as 5.1. Via amp matrixing you repurpose the two surround channels – onto two height speakers for 3.1.2, or for bi-amping the front speakers. Picture passes through via HDMI, sound comes back from the TV via eARC, and music plays over AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, or Bluetooth. You don't need a subscription for that: whatever's connected to the TV and whatever comes from your phone plays anyway, at no extra cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MRX-SLM for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: the SLM is for rooms where the technology should disappear – living rooms with a wall-mounted TV, a second cinema, bedroom, practice, holiday apartment, built into furniture. It's not made for the big cinema room: a single HDMI input, no preamp outputs besides the subwoofer, no second zone, no 8K, and no 4K\/120 for the games console. If you want to connect several picture sources directly, or grow to seven channels later, the MRX 540 or bigger is the right call. But if you've been wondering where to put the receiver, you can stop wondering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MRX-SLM solves a problem many beautiful living rooms have: real multichannel sound without a visible tower of gear. Anthem room correction, clean bass management, and five decent power amps in a chassis you'll hardly find if you don't know where it's mounted. Whether it suits your room, your TV, and your speakers, we're happy to sort out in advance – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, +41 44 680 22 00 or WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The MRX SLM is a full-featured AVR, packing in the build quality and virtually every feature and configuration option that you'd expect from its bigger Anthem brothers.\"\u003c\/em\u003e – John Sciacca, Residential Systems, 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: slim-line AV receiver, 5 channels (5.1), one zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifier technology: Class D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 50 W into 8 ohms or 92 W into 4 ohms per channel, two channels driven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker impedance: 4 ohms or higher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel configuration: 5.1 out of the box; via amp matrixing 3.1.2 with two height speakers or bi-amping the fronts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoding: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS-HD, PCM; upmixers AnthemLogic, Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: ARC Genesis incl. USB measurement microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI: 1 input, 1 output, HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.3, output with ARC and eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo: up to 4K\/60 Hz, HDR10 and Dolby Vision; no HDMI 2.1, no 4K\/120, no VRR\/ALLM, no 8K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional inputs: 1 × optical (Toslink), 1 × analog 3.5 mm jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 1 × subwoofer; no further preamp outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker connection: 10-pin pluggable Euroblock terminal block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork and streaming: LAN 10\/100, dual-band Wi-Fi, Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: Anthem app, web interface, remote control, external IR input, IP control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadio tuner: not built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: wall bracket included, rubber feet, optional 19-inch rack kit (1U)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: typically under 50 W, standby with IP control under 2 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 27.9 × 3.8 × 27.9 cm without feet; 4.3 cm high with feet, 4.4 cm (1U) in rack; 33 cm depth including power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.0 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Anthem, Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: receiver, remote control with batteries, USB measurement microphone with cable, two Wi-Fi antennas, power cable, universal wall bracket, external IR receiver, 10-pin speaker terminal block, self-adhesive rubber feet, quick guide, warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the MRX-SLM really fit behind a wall-mounted TV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, that's exactly what it's built for. At roughly 28 × 28 centimeters footprint and 3.8 centimeters height without feet, it disappears behind most wall-mounted TVs. The matching wall bracket is included; alternatively, you mount it under a shelf, inside furniture, or with the optional kit in a 19-inch rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the Anthem MRX-SLM do Dolby Atmos?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it decodes Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Out of the box it works as 5.1 with no height channels. Via amp matrixing you repurpose the two surround channels and run 3.1.2 with two height speakers. Then you hear Atmos with genuine height information instead of just a downmix to the plane.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many HDMI connections does the MRX-SLM have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne input and one output, both HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.3. The output supports ARC and eARC, so the TV takes over switching picture sources and sends the sound back. Add an optical digital input and an analog 3.5 mm input for further sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs 50 watts per channel enough for my living room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn small and medium rooms, yes. The MRX-SLM delivers 50 watts into 8 ohms and 92 watts into 4 ohms per channel with two channels driven. With efficient compact or built-in speakers and an active subwoofer, that easily carries a movie night. It's deliberately not designed for large cinema rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Anthem MRX-SLM at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a hidden device deserves to be set up properly, if anything more so. As an authorized Anthem dealer in Wädenswil, we work out placement, speaker match, and wiring with you. Mauri, our own technician, mounts it, wires it, and calibrates with ARC Genesis. Call +41 44 680 22 00 or write to shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with this\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the speakers around it, it's worth a look at \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003ehome theater\u003c\/a\u003e. If you're letting the SLM disappear cleanly into furniture, plan for proper \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e right away – badly routed cables get expensive fast, well-bought ones don't. 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