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Anthem AVM 50V Multi Channel Preamp Audio/Video Processor 8 HDMI, 7.1 ChannelFeatures:Advanced Video Performance with adjustable cropping, aspect ratio control, gamma correction and moreAnthem Room Correction (ACM)Analog-Direct on all inputs, Tone Bypass, Balanced 2-Channel XLR and analog inputsMultiple High-end Components in 1: Preamp, surround sound processor, digital video processor, HDTV video switcher, Analog to digital and digital to analog video converterVarious Input types including: Built in AM/FM tuner, 8 HDMI inputs, 7 coaxial digital audio inputs, 7 stereo S/E analog audio inputs, 4 component video inputs10 true-balanced (XLR) analog inputs, 10 S/E Analog audio outputsA second subwoofer output2 HDMI outputs, 1 S-video output, 1 Composite video outputOnscreen display: S-Video, Component video, HDMI, Setup Menu, Status, Video AdjustmentsSurround Sounds Modes: AnthemLogic-Music and Cinema, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music, Movie, Matrix, & GamingTHX Modes: Cinema, Ultra 2, MusicMode, Surround EX, Games Mode and ReEQ On/OffFrom the Manufacturer:The most advanced home theater processor in the AVM series from Anthem. The Anthem AVM 50 V is a complete video processing solution. In the AVM 50V, all 8 HDMI inputs are connected through high-performance TMDS (Transition Minimized Differential Signaling) timing regenerators and multiplexers. The received contains a programmable equalizer and a Clock Data Recovery (CDR) function for each of the three TMDS pairs in an HDMI and DVI signal.
This is a respected older surround processor with real legacy value, but the asking price is firmly on the high side. Against recent USD comparables, US$1,355 sits well above the 75th percentile at US$901, so this is ambitious rather than fair; a buyer should expect exceptional condition or extras to justify it.
What makes it appealing is the Anthem house sound and feature set, which still matters for someone building a capable vintage home-theater rig or a two-channel system with processing flexibility. The upside is strongest if it’s an original-owner unit, fully working, and comes with the remote, firmware support details, and any needed accessories; otherwise, at this price, the value proposition gets stretched.
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Anthem traces its roots to the 1990s in Canada, emerging from the acclaimed Sonic Frontiers, a brand celebrated for its no-compromise high-fidelity components crafted by dedicated engineers and audiophiles. In 1998, Paradigm acquired Sonic Frontiers, including Anthem, marking a pivotal shift toward innovative home theater electronics while preserving the pursuit of pure, unadulterated sound. This heritage of passion fused with scientific precision defines Anthem's enduring Canadian legacy.
The brand excels in premium amplification and processing, renowned for AV receivers like the MRX series, high-end processors such as the AVM line, and MCA power amplifiers. These products integrate proprietary technologies, including Anthem Room Correction (ARC), the pioneering room optimization system born from advanced research. While not venturing into speakers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Anthem's focus on electronics delivers reference-level performance tailored for discerning home theater and hi-fi setups.
Anthem holds a commanding position in the high-end market, topping charts as the leading brand for home theater preamps/processors with 30% share and ranking fourth in AV receivers at 31%. Repurchased in 2019 by Paradigm co-founder Scott Bagby and his brother John, restoring original stewardship, Anthem embodies premium Canadian engineering—reliable, innovative, and free of excess—for knowledgeable buyers seeking world-class audio without compromise.
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