Marantz CINEMA 50 AV Receiver
Marantz CINEMA 50 is a premium, sound-master-tuned 9.4-channel AV receiver built to anchor serious home theaters and high-end living room systems alike. With 110 watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2ch drive), immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding, and up to 11.4-channel processing via full preamp outputs, it’s designed for expansive surround layouts and future system growth. HDMI 2.1 connectivity brings full-bandwidth 8K/60 and 4K/120 support, HDR formats including Dolby Vision and HDR10+, and gamer-friendly features like ALLM and VRR. Add HEOS Built-in for multi-room streaming, Audyssey MultEQ XT32 for advanced room correction, and Dirac Live upgradability for even more precision—then wrap it all in Marantz’s iconic porthole design with carefully refined, musical voicing. The Marantz CINEMA 50 is part of ListenUp's Marantz AV Receivers Collection.
What It's Good At:
- Building immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X theaters with powerful 9-channel amplification and 11.4-channel processing
- Delivering pristine 8K/60 and 4K/120 HDMI performance for next-gen movies, sports, and gaming
- Dialing in tight, room-optimized sound with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 (and Dirac Live upgradability)
- Supporting serious bass control with four independent subwoofer outputs and advanced bass features
- Whole-home streaming and control with HEOS Built-in, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and more services
- Flexible system expansion using full 11.4 preamp outputs, multi-zone capability, and broad connectivity
Marantz CINEMA 50 Full Specifications:
-
Amplifier Channels: 9 powered (11.4 processing capability)
-
Power Output: 110W (8 Ohm, 20Hz–20kHz, 0.08% THD)
-
Surround Formats: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced, Auro-3D, 360 Reality Audio
-
Video Support: 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dynamic HDR, ALLM, VRR, QFT
-
HDMI I/O: 6 in / 3 out (all inputs support 8K)
-
Audio Return Channel: ARC and eARC
-
Room Correction: Audyssey MultEQ XT32, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, LFC, Dirac Live upgradable
-
High-Res Audio Support: ALAC, FLAC, WAV (up to 24-bit/192kHz), DSD (2.8/5.6MHz), MP3, AAC, WMA
-
HEOS Built-In: Yes (multi-room streaming)
-
Streaming Services: Spotify, TIDAL, Amazon Music HD, Pandora, Deezer, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Mood Mix
-
Voice Assistant Support: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri, Josh.ai
-
Roon Tested: Yes
-
Preamp Outputs: 11.4 channels
-
Subwoofer Outputs: 4 independent
-
Analog Inputs: 5 RCA (including phono MM)
-
Digital Inputs: 2 Optical, 2 Coaxial
-
Multi-Room Zones: 2 (audio & HDMI video supported)
-
Front USB Input: Yes (USB-A)
-
Networking: Ethernet, Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Bluetooth transmit to headphones
-
Control Options: IP, RS232, Web, HEOS App, Marantz AVR App
-
GUI: Port Hole OLED Display with Hybrid On-Screen GUI
-
Power Consumption: 680W (0.2W standby)
-
Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.4 x 15.9 x 6.5 in (without antennas)
-
Weight: 29.8 lbs
Marantz CINEMA 50 Q&A:
- What speaker layouts can Marantz CINEMA 50 run without external amplification?
- CINEMA 50 powers 9 channels onboard, making it ideal for layouts like 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 depending on how you assign channels.
- Can it expand beyond 9 powered channels?
- Yes. It supports up to 11.4 processing and includes 11.4 multichannel preamp outputs, so you can add external amplification to build larger systems.
- Does it support 8K and gaming features like 4K/120?
- Yes. All 6 HDMI inputs support 8K, with maximum video support up to 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz plus ALLM, VRR, and QFT.
- What room correction is included?
- It includes Audyssey MultEQ XT32, along with Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, LFC, adjustable crossovers, and multiple bass optimization tools.
- Is Dirac Live supported?
- Dirac Live is available via upgradability, giving you the option to add advanced calibration capability beyond the included room correction.
- How many subwoofers can I connect?
- You can connect up to four subwoofers using four independent subwoofer outputs for smoother, more even bass coverage.
- What streaming options are built in?
- HEOS multi-room streaming is built in, plus AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TuneIn internet radio, and support for services like Pandora, SiriusXM, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, iHeartRadio, and more.
- What connectivity does it have for legacy and modern sources?
- It includes HDMI, optical and coax digital inputs, a phono (MM) input for turntables, multiple analog inputs, USB-A on the front, AM/FM tuning, and robust multi-zone outputs and control options.
Marantz CINEMA 50 Downloads:
Marantz Cinema 50 User Guide
Marantz Cinema 50 Quick Start Guide
