Marantz Cinema 60 DAB black

The Cinema 60 DAB marks the debut of Marantz’s new Cinema series, succeeding the SR lineup. This 7.2-channel amplifier retains the brand’s signature sound design principles while incorporating up-to-date features tailored to modern home audio-video needs.

A reimagined architectural design with elegance

The Cinema 60 DAB abandons the dated aesthetics of its predecessors in favor of a contemporary visual language that draws on the brand’s heritage while confidently looking to the future. The front panel features a two-layer construction that creates a sophisticated sense of depth: the slightly protruding central panel, made from high-quality plastic, houses the main controls, while the textured side sections add a refined touch.

Marantz’s iconic porthole sits at the center, now equipped with an OLED display that replaces the previous system. This modernization preserves the brand’s visual DNA while improving legibility. Two large, imposing knobs—volume and input selector—symmetrically frame this central eye, creating a characteristic visual balance. The two-tone black and anthracite finish lends a discreet yet assertive presence that naturally integrates into contemporary interiors.

The unit’s dimensions (442 × 354 × 165 mm without antennas) are standard for amplifiers in this category, but the 10.9 kg weight attests to robust construction. The antennas can be positioned horizontally to limit vertical clearance to 165 mm or vertically for a total height of 235 mm, providing valuable installation flexibility.

HDAM technology at the heart of the Marantz sound signature

The true soul of the Cinema 60 DAB lies in its discrete HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) amplification circuits, a proprietary technology developed by Marantz since the 1990s. Unlike standard integrated operational amplifiers, HDAM modules use surface-mounted discrete components with short, mirror-symmetrical signal paths for the left and right channels.

This proprietary architecture drastically outperforms conventional IC designs in terms of slew rate and noise reduction. The result is a more dynamic, precise, and detailed sound reproduction. The Cinema 60 DAB incorporates the updated HDAM-SA2 version, specifically optimized for the demands of modern home theater while preserving Marantz’s signature musicality.

The amplification topology remains true to the Marantz philosophy with a Class A/B architecture and Current Feedback Topology. This technology, particularly well-suited to high-resolution sources such as SACD, ensures wide bandwidth and high-speed reproduction. The limited impedance at the current feedback point minimizes phase shift, allowing for reduced phase compensation via negative feedback and delivering exceptional transparency across the frequency spectrum.

Superior power and amplification flexibility

The Cinema 60 DAB delivers 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2 channels driven), which is 5 watts more than the Denon AVR-X2800H DAB with which it nonetheless shares many components. This power increase is accompanied by a 30% higher current capacity, resulting in a maximum power consumption of 650 watts versus 500 watts for the Denon.

This additional power reserve allows the Cinema 60 DAB to comfortably drive more demanding speakers, especially those with challenging impedance curves. The seven amplification channels provide remarkable flexibility: 5.2.2 configuration for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, traditional 7.2 with rear surround speakers, bi-amping of the front channels to improve dynamics, or powering an independent Zone 2.

Total audio immersion with the latest formats

The Cinema 60 DAB supports all current immersive audio formats, from Dolby TrueHD to Dolby Atmos, as well as DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS:X. Compatibility with Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X technologies enables convincing height effects even without physical ceiling speakers, a particularly relevant feature for apartment setups.

Multichannel processing can handle up to 7.2 channels simultaneously, with the option to add external power amplifiers thanks to preamp outputs available for every channel. Dual subwoofer outputs optimize low-frequency reproduction according to room acoustics.

Future-ready HDMI 2.1 connectivity

One of the Cinema 60 DAB’s major strengths lies in its completely redesigned HDMI section. The six HDMI inputs include three HDMI 2.1 ports supporting 8K at 60 Hz and 4K at 120 Hz signals, essential for next-generation game consoles and future video sources. The two main outputs and the Zone 2 output are also 8K-compatible, with eARC support on the main output to retrieve high-resolution audio tracks from compatible TVs.

Comprehensive HDR support includes Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and Dynamic HDR, ensuring optimal reproduction of high dynamic range content. Gamers will particularly appreciate ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), and QFT (Quick Frame Transport), which minimize latency and eliminate screen tearing.

Audyssey MultEQ XT acoustic calibration

The Audyssey MultEQ XT room correction system analyzes your room’s acoustics using the supplied microphone and automatically optimizes audio settings. This XT version, more advanced than standard MultEQ, offers more measurement positions and higher filter resolution, enabling more precise correction of acoustic issues.

Complementary technologies Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume intelligently adjust frequency response and volume level according to listening level, preserving tonal balance and dialogue intelligibility even at low volumes. The system can store two distinct calibration profiles, allowing you to switch between configurations based on content type or listening preferences.

Streaming and multiroom with built-in HEOS

The HEOS platform turns the Cinema 60 DAB into a true multiroom streaming hub. Compatible with numerous services including Spotify Connect, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, Deezer, and more, the amplifier can distribute high-resolution music throughout the home. Support for lossless audio formats up to 192 kHz/24-bit in FLAC, WAV, and ALAC, as well as DSD up to 5.6 MHz, will satisfy the most demanding audiophiles.

Wireless connectivity includes dual-band Wi‑Fi, bidirectional Bluetooth for sending audio to wireless headphones, and AirPlay 2 for seamless integration into the Apple ecosystem. Compatibility with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri via HomePod offers intuitive voice control of the entire system.

Comparison with the Denon AVR-X2800H DAB

While sharing many components with the Denon AVR-X2800H DAB, the Cinema 60 DAB justifies its higher price point (around €400 more) through several substantial improvements. Beyond the additional power and increased current capacity already mentioned, the Marantz stands out with its exclusive HDAM circuits, which impart a warmer, more musical character—especially appreciated for stereo listening.

The more comprehensive connectivity includes 7.2-channel preamp outputs absent on the Denon, as well as trigger ports and RS232, essential for integration into sophisticated home automation systems. The entirely revamped design and superior build quality, notably the use of more premium materials on the front panel, also help justify the price difference.

Technical Specifications

Amplification

• Number of powered channels: 7
• Output power:
  • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08% 2 channels)
  • 140 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 0.7% 2 channels)
  • 200 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% 1 channel)
• Discrete power amplifier
• Amplifier topology: Class A/B
• Assignable bi-amp configuration

Decoding

• DTS: DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X
• Dolby: Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, Dolby Atmos Music, Dolby Surround
• Maximum number of processing channels (preamp): 7.2

Technologies

• Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules (HDAM)
• Pure Direct mode
• Gold-plated RCA connectors

Acoustic Correction

• Audyssey MultEQ XT
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume
• Adjustable filtering
• Bass optimization

Compatible Formats

• Compressed formats: MP3, WMA, AAC
• Lossless formats: FLAC HD 192/24, WAV 192/24, ALAC 192/24
• DSD audio: 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz
• Gapless playback: FLAC, WAV, ALAC, DSD
• Compressed audio optimization: MDAX2
• Network audio sharing

Streaming Services

• HEOS Multi-room and streaming
• Audio streaming: AirPlay 2
• Internet radio
• Integrated services: Spotify Connect, Pandora, SiriusXM, Amazon Music HD, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer, Napster, Soundcloud, Mood Mix

Integration and Control

• Voice assistant compatibility: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomePod
• Marantz AVR mobile app (iOS and Android)
• Built-in HEOS multi-room
• HEOS Link compatibility: infrared (IR), IP
• Multi-room zones: 2
• Audio sources per zone: HDMI, optical, coaxial, network, USB, analog (2 channels)
• Audio output per zone: speakers, pre-out
• Zone 2 HDMI output from HDMI source
• Control connectivity: IP, RS232, Web, App
• Infrared receiver
• Marantz remote bus
• 12V trigger output: 1
• HDMI diagnostics

HDMI

• HDMI inputs: 6 (including 3 8K-compatible)
• HDCP 2.3 compatible
• HDMI outputs: 2 main, 1 zone
• HDMI upscaling: 1080p/4K to 8K
• Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
• Compatibility: HDR, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dynamic HDR
• Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)
• Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
• HDMI pass-through in standby mode
• CEC
• Auto lip-sync

Connectivity

• HDMI inputs/outputs: 6/2
• Analog line-level inputs/outputs: 4/0
• Phono input (MM)
• Digital inputs: 2 optical, 2 coaxial
• Analog multi-room output: 1
• Multichannel preamp outputs: 7.2
• Subwoofer outputs: 2
• Speaker terminals: 7
• Assignable A/B speakers
• Assignable multi-room terminals
• Front USB-A port
• FM RDS tuner

Network

• Ethernet port
• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth
• Bluetooth transmission to headphones

General

• Remote control RC-049SR
• Smart Select on remote control
• Software update via USB
• ECO mode
• Auto power off
• Sleep timer
• Power consumption:
  • In operation: 650 W
  • No sound: 45 W (ECO on), 75 W (ECO off)
  • Normal standby: 0.2 W
  • CEC standby: 0.5 W
  • Network standby: < 2.0 W
• Dimensions:
  • Standard: 442 × 354 × 165 mm (W × D × H)
  • Horizontal antennas: 442 × 354 × 235 mm
  • Vertical antennas: 442 × 343 × 165 mm
• Weight: 10.9 kg

Box Contents

• Main unit
• Remote control
• Batteries
• AM/FM antennas
• Quick start guide
• Audyssey microphone
• Cardboard microphone stand
• 2 removable external antennas
• Power cord