Marantz CINEMA 40 - Premium 9.4 Ch AV Receiver

Marantz CINEMA 40 AV Receiver

Marantz CINEMA 40 is a reference-grade 9.4-channel AV receiver built to anchor a premium home theater with effortless power, refined musicality, and modern 8K HDMI connectivity. With 125W per channel (8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz, 0.05%, 2ch drive) and Class A/B amplification, it delivers dynamic, controlled sound for movies, gaming, and high-resolution music listening. It supports immersive surround formats including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, and Auro-3D, while advanced video features like 8K/60 and 4K/120, eARC, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision keep your system future-ready. Built-in HEOS multi-room streaming, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth (with headphone re-transmit), and robust smart-home/control options make CINEMA 40 a powerful centerpiece for both high-performance theaters and whole-home audio. The Marantz CINEMA 40 is part of ListenUp's Marantz AV Receivers Collection.

What It's Good At:

• Driving demanding speaker systems with 125W/ch Class A/B amplification and current-feedback topology for clean, confident dynamics
• Delivering immersive cinema with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, Auro-3D, and 11.4 processing/preamp capability
• Powering a serious bass setup with four independent subwoofer outputs and advanced bass management tools
• Future-proof video switching for consoles and next-gen displays with 7/7 8K HDMI inputs, 8K/60, 4K/120, VRR, QFT, and ALLM
• Easy, high-quality system tuning with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 plus Dirac Live upgradability
• Seamless whole-home playback with HEOS multi-room, AirPlay 2, streaming services, and flexible 3-zone capabilities

Marantz CINEMA 40 Full Specifications:

• Amplifier Channels: 9 powered (11.4-channel processing)
• Power Output: 125W per channel (8 Ohm, 20Hz–20kHz, 0.05% THD)
• Surround Formats: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Atmos Music, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, Auro-3D, IMAX Enhanced, 360 Reality Audio, MPEG-H
• HDMI Inputs / Outputs: 7 in / 3 out (all 8K-compatible)
• Video Support: 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dynamic HDR
• Upscaling: HDMI upscaling to 8K
• Audio Return Channel: ARC and eARC
• Room Correction: Audyssey MultEQ XT32, Dynamic EQ, LFC, Dirac Live (upgradable)
• Subwoofer Outputs: 4 independent
• Preamp Outputs: 11.4-channel
• Analog Inputs: 5 RCA (includes phono MM)
• Digital Inputs: 2 Optical, 2 Coaxial
• Streaming Support: Spotify, TIDAL, Amazon Music, Deezer, Pandora, SiriusXM, SoundCloud, Napster, Mood Mix
• High-Res Audio: FLAC, ALAC, WAV (up to 192kHz/24-bit), DSD (2.8/5.6MHz)
• Multi-Room Zones: 3 zones (audio and HDMI video support)
• Voice Assistants: Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.ai
• Streaming Platform: HEOS Built-In, AirPlay 2
• Roon Tested: Yes
• Bluetooth / Wi-Fi: Yes (with headphone retransmission)
• Control Options: Marantz AVR Remote App, HEOS App, IP, RS232, Web UI
• Power Consumption: 710W (0.2W standby)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.3 x 15.8 x 7.3 in (w/o antennas)
• Weight: 33.3 lbs

Marantz CINEMA 40 Q&A:

Does the Marantz CINEMA 40 support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X?

Yes. CINEMA 40 supports Dolby Atmos (including Height Virtualization) and DTS:X (including DTS Neural:X and DTS Virtual:X), plus IMAX Enhanced and Auro-3D.

How many channels does CINEMA 40 power, and how many can it process?

It powers 9 channels and supports up to 11.4-channel processing/preamp output for expanded system configurations with external amplification.

Is it ready for 8K and next-gen gaming features?

Yes. It offers 7 HDMI inputs that support 8K, with 8K/60 and 4K/120 capability plus ALLM, VRR, and QFT for responsive gameplay.

How many HDMI outputs are included, and does it have eARC?

It includes 3 HDMI outputs (Main, Zone 2, and one additional output) and supports ARC and eARC for high-quality TV audio return.

What room correction does it include, and can it be upgraded?

Audyssey MultEQ XT32 is included, and Dirac Live upgradability is supported for users who want an alternate tuning solution.

How many subwoofers can I connect?

You can connect up to four independent subwoofers for advanced bass management and smoother low-frequency performance.

What streaming features are built in?

Built-in HEOS multi-room streaming, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth re-transmit for headphones, Spotify Connect, TuneIn, and support for services like Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, and more are included.

Can I run audio in multiple rooms or zones?

Yes. It supports 3 zones with flexible source options (including HDMI and network/USB) and speaker/pre-out routing for multi-room audio.

Marantz CINEMA 40 Downloads:

Marantz CINEMA 40 Owners Manual