AV preamp/processors offer superior connectivity and audio/video processing for home theater systems. What exactly do they offer? We explain. Tip: An AV preamp/processor may also be referred to as AV ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. What is a preamplifier? Pro2sound / Getty Images Retro stereo amplifier in black with silver handles. A preamplifier, or preamp ...

Marantz has been in the high-end audio for over 70 years and has announced the latest additions to its home theater components: the AV 20 AV Preamplifier and AMP 20 Power Amplifier. The two new models ...

The Marantz AV 10 Preamp/Processor and AMP 10 Power Amplifier are capable of delivering 15.4 channels of surround sound. AVRs (aka Home Theater Receivers) are the heart of most home theater setups, ...

Mahwah, N.J. – Marantz is establishing a new top-end price point in tuner/preamp/surround processors with the shipment of the $3,599-suggested AV8801, which can be paired with the new flagship MM8077 ...

R = 10k ohms; less than 0.1db deviation from 20hz to 20khz. For 10k ohms in parallel with 10,000 picofarads of capacitance, 0.1db down at 20khz. The above measurement represents the unit driving 50' ...

2008 has really taken features in receivers to the next level. Just a few years ago, it was nearly impossible to get A/V receivers for under $500 with HDMI switching. Today, not only are those ...

Marantz is doubling down on home theater separates for 2026, introducing two new components designed for enthusiasts who want serious performance without stepping into ultra-luxury pricing. The new AV ...

Episode’s first Ryff-enabled preamp supports 192kHz audio streaming across four independent zones. Integrates with Control4, MoIP, OvrC, AirPlay 2 and other Ryff-enabled devices. Scalable design ...

High-end AV specialists Parasound have announced their latest preamp, the Halo P 7, which is intended to cater to multichannel music and surround sound from Blu-ray, DVD-Audio, and SACD players as ...

In May 2025, Marantz introduced two reference-grade home theater components: the AV 20 preamplifier and processor and the AMP 30 power amplifier. Together, they deliver a 13.4-channel surround system ...

I'm pretty well versed in HT terminology and uses and stuff, but I'm by no means an expert at it. However, I've had one question that I should probably know, but I just don't. BTW, I have a Denon ...