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Marantz AV8805 13.2CH 4k UltraHD AV Processor Preview The Marantz AV8805 13.2CH 4K UHD AV processor supports all 3 immersive surround formats, 6 assignable height channels, high resolution multi-zone streaming and the latest in HDMI HDR and Dolby Vision.

Denon Introduces Heos Super Link 4-Zone Preamplifier Denon just introduced the HEOS Super Link at the 2017 CEDIA Expo show. Super Link is a networked multi-room pre-amplifier that is said to take the company’s pre-existing HEOS Link to the next level.

Classé Sigma SSP MkII Preamp/Processor Adds Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and 4K UHD Classé new Sigma SSP MkII supports Dolby and DTS:X immersive surround formats and passes 4K UHD video at 60 Hz with HDCP 2.2. Current Sigma owners can upgrade theirs too at the dealer or in home.

Emotiva RMC-1 16CH Atmos/DTS:X AV Processor Preview The Emotiva RMC-1 16CH Dolby Atmos/DTS:X AV Processor boasts a fully balanced all-analog preamplifier section,32-bit AD/DA conversion, and an advanced 4K UHD video management system. Check it out.

Anthem AVM 60 11.2CH Preamp/Processor Review Anthem's AVM 60 is a stellar-performing Dolby Atmos / DTS:X-ready AV processor supporting 7.4.4 setups with HDMI 2.0a, HDCP 2.2, 4K/UHD and a rich feature set for installers. Read our review.

Emotiva BasX MC-700 7.1CH AV Processor Preview Emotiva Audio Corporation just announced their new BasX MC-700 7.1CH Surround Sound AV Processor. The MC-700 supports 4K UHD, Emo-Q room correction and manual PEQ and at $499, it's an absolute steal!

Anthem ARC Mobile App Preview Anthem's ARC room correction is available as a mobile app for iOS devices. Using the device's built in microphone, ARC Moble performs the same multi-speaker calibrations that previously required a PC.

Marantz AV7702mkII Atmos/DTS:X AV Processor and Amplifier Preview Along with its new lineup of power amplifiers, Marantz announced the AV7702mkII AV processor capable of supporting Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and DTS Neural:X, full HDMI 2.0a/HDCP2.2, networking and more.

Emotiva XMC-1 7.2 Channel AV Processor Review The USA made Emotiva XMC-1 7.2 channel AV processor is designed with audiophile performance via its fully differential two-channel analog audio section and advanced DIRAC room correction system.

Classé Sigma SSP AV Processor and AMP5 Review The Classé Sigma SSP Processor and AMP5 multi-channel amplifier supports HD audio processing with a USB DAC for high res audio. Simple function, audiophile nirvana sound makes this combo a home run.