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Commercial Marantz AV8802A AV Processor 11.2 AV Processor 4K Video processing Inputs Outputs Composite In / Out4/3 Component In / Out3/2 HDMI In / Out7/3 Balanced In / Out2 / 11.2ch Digital Optical In / Out2 / 0 Phono (MM) InYes Digital Coaxial In / Out2 / 0 Multichannel Pre Out / Main In11.2ch / No Subwoofer Out2 7.1 multichannel inputYes M-XPort for RX101Yes Marantz Remote BusYes IR Flasher InYes Network: (IP-control / update)Yes / Yes RS232C (control / update)Yes / Yes DC Triggers2 Analogue In / Out8/2 Front Inputs: Audio / Composite / Digital (Opt) / HDMI / USBYes / Yes / No / Yes / Yes
At A$2,500, this Marantz AV8802A preamp beats the obvious alternative of buying a newer entry-level processor that lacks its 11.2-channel power and audiophile-grade analog staging. The asking price sits just under the median of A$2,503 from our recent AUD comps, marking it as a fair deal rather than a bargain, since it falls between the 25th percentile (A$2,104) and the 75th percentile (A$2,531).
This unit remains a top-tier choice for serious home theater builders because it delivers genuine Dolby Atmos and DTS:X processing with 11 discrete channels, plus XLR inputs and a robust DAC section that rivals modern high-end gear. Its ability to be upgraded from the original AV8802 with HDMI 2.0a and HDCP 2.2 support adds lasting value, making A$2,500 a solid entry point for a proven, well-regarded processor that still outperforms many current mid-range options.
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Marantz originated in the United States, founded in 1953 by Saul Bernard Marantz, a music enthusiast and amateur musician born in Brooklyn in 1911. Dissatisfied with the audio equipment of the era, he crafted the groundbreaking Audio Consolette preamplifier in 1952 from his New York home, selling the first 100 units rapidly and prompting the formal establishment of the company in Woodside, Queens. Though production later shifted to Japan in partnership with manufacturers like Standard Radio in 1966, and the brand evolved through ownership changes including Superscope and eventual integration into larger groups, its heritage remains rooted in American ingenuity and a relentless pursuit of musical fidelity.
The brand excels in high-end audio components, particularly amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated systems that defined its golden era. Iconic models like the Model 7 preamplifier (1958), Model 9 power amplifier (1960), and Model 10B tuner (1964) set benchmarks for performance, while later offerings expanded to tuners, receivers, and CD players. Marantz briefly ventured into speakers under designer Ed May in the 1970s but focused primarily on electronics rather than turntables, headphones, DACs, or cables, emphasizing separates renowned for their "Most Musical Sound."
Marantz commands a premium position in the hi-fi market, revered as a high-end pioneer that shaped the audiophile landscape through the 1970s zenith. Today, it blends vintage allure with modern elegance, appealing to discerning buyers who value durability, innovation, and warm, detailed sound signatures over mass-market accessibility.
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