Marantz CINEMA 70s AV Receiver

Marantz CINEMA 70s is a premium slimline 7.2-channel AV receiver built for big home-theater sound in spaces where a full-size AVR won’t fit. It delivers classic Marantz warmth and detail with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersion, plus modern video support including 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz for next-gen consoles and high-performance TVs. With 6 HDMI inputs (3 support 8K) plus eARC, you can connect all your sources and simplify TV audio with one cable. Built-in HEOS adds whole-home multiroom audio and easy streaming, while Audyssey MultEQ room correction helps optimize sound for your room and speaker layout. Add flexible connectivity like Phono (MM) for turntables, 7.2 pre-outs for external amplification, and Bluetooth headphone re-transmit for late-night listening without waking the house. The Marantz CINEMA 70s is part of ListenUp's Marantz AV Receivers Collection.

What It's Good At:

• Delivering immersive home theater in tight spaces with a true slimline chassis
• Powering a 7.2-channel speaker system with flexible amp assignment and bi-amp capability
• Handling modern video sources with 8K/60 and 4K/120, HDR formats, VRR, and ALLM
• Making streaming effortless with HEOS Built-in, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and more
• Improving real-world sound with Audyssey MultEQ, Dynamic EQ, and Dynamic Volume
• Supporting both modern and classic gear with HDMI + eARC, Phono (MM), optical/coax, and 7.2 pre-outs

Marantz CINEMA 70s Full Specifications:

• Power Output: 50W x 7 (8 ohms, 20Hz–20kHz, 0.08% THD)
• Amplifier Topology: Class A/B
• HDMI Inputs/Outputs: 6 / 1 (3 x 8K-compatible)
• Audio Decoding: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master, Virtual:X, Atmos Music
• Room Correction: Audyssey MultEQ
• Music Streaming: HEOS, AirPlay 2, Spotify, TIDAL, Amazon Music, Pandora, Deezer, SoundCloud, and more
• Wireless: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
• Voice Assistants: Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri
• Multiroom Zones: 2 (Speaker + Preout)
• Phono Input: Yes (MM)
• Digital Inputs: Optical x1, Coaxial x1
• USB Input: Type A (Front)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.4" x 14.7" x 4.3" (no antenna)
• Weight: 19.2 lbs

Marantz CINEMA 70s Q&A:

Does the CINEMA 70s support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X?

Yes. It supports Dolby Atmos (including Height Virtualization and Dolby Atmos Music) and DTS:X (plus Neural:X and Virtual:X) for immersive surround sound.

How many speakers and subwoofers can I connect?

You can power up to 7 speakers and connect up to 2 subwoofers (7.2). It also provides 7.2 pre-outs if you want to add external amplification.

How many HDMI inputs does it have, and does it support 8K?

It includes 6 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output. Three of the HDMI inputs support 8K, and it supports up to 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz.

Does it have eARC for simple TV audio?

Yes. It supports ARC and eARC, so you can send TV audio back to the receiver through a single HDMI connection.

What room correction does it use?

It includes Audyssey MultEQ, plus Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume to help balance sound at different listening levels.

Can I stream music wirelessly without extra boxes?

Yes. HEOS Built-in supports multiroom audio and streaming, and it also supports AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth, and TuneIn internet radio.

Is there a phono input for a turntable?

Yes. It includes a Phono (MM) input for connecting a compatible turntable.

Can I listen on Bluetooth headphones?

Yes. It supports Bluetooth headphone re-transmit, which is ideal for private listening.

Marantz CINEMA 70s Downloads:

Marantz CINEMA 70s User Guide
Marantz CINEMA 70s Quick Start Guide