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Compared with buying a current mainstream AVR at this money, US$1,849 for this Anthem is not a bargain-basement score, but it is fair to attractive for a respected higher-end unit if it’s complete and working properly. The MRX 720 launched at US$2,499 and was positioned as a premium model, with review pricing and RRP in the same rough range, so this asking price sits meaningfully under new-retail territory without feeling absurdly cheap.
What makes it worth a look is Anthem’s strong reputation for clean amplification and especially ARC room correction, plus support for 7.2 or 5.2.2 layouts, 11.2 pre-outs, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X. If the cables and accessories are genuinely included and the unit is clean, that adds practical value on a discontinued model that still punches above ordinary mass-market receivers for sound quality and flexibility.
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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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