Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Denon AVR-A1H

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Denon AVR-A1H
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      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 15.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 15.4 Channels
      • 15.4 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Anthem MRX 1140 8K
      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-A1H
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Anthem MRX 1140 8K to Denon AVR-A1H to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Anthem MRX 1140 8K has 11 channel and the Denon AVR-A1H has 15 channel amplifiers with Anthem MRX 1140 8K's being less powerful.


      Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K was introduced in 2021 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 15.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video signal.

      Denon AVR-A1H was introduced in 2022 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 15 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 15.4 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H and gave them scores of 91 and 96 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Denon AVR-A1H

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      96
      Audio Features
      94
      Audio Features
      99
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      100
      Connectivity
      89
      Connectivity
      92
      Zones
      77
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      73
      Radio
      96
      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      96

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H.

      PROS

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Denon AVR-A1H

      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      •   Many Channels - 15.4
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.4 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   360 Reality Audio
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   XLR Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   XLR Pre-outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 5․0

      CONS

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Denon AVR-A1H

      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No USB Input
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Tidal
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Digital Radio


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Denon AVR-A1H

      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   RCA Line Inputs

      3. Advantage of Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Anthem MRX 1140 8K over Denon AVR-A1H.

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      Anthem MRX 1140 8K
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      Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Denon AVR-A1H
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      More Optical Inputs 3 vs 2
      More Optical Outputs 1 vs
      More RCA Line Outputs 1 vs
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Pre Out vs HDMI, Pre Out
      +12V Trigger Output 3 vs 2
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 110 dB vs 102 dB
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      11.4 channel

      140 W

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      11.2 channel

      150 W

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      9.4 channel

      125 W

      Yamaha RX-A6A
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      9.2 channel

      150 W

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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      Yamaha RX-V4A
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      5.2 channel

      80 W

      Yamaha RX-A2A
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      7.2 channel

      100 W

      Anthem MRX 740 8K
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      7.2 channel

      140 W

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      11.2 channel

      140 W

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      7.2 channel

      120 W

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      11.2 channel

      140 W

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      7.2 channel

      110 W

      4. Advantage of Denon AVR-A1H

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Denon AVR-A1H over Anthem MRX 1140 8K.

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      Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Denon AVR-A1H
      More Channels 11.2 vs 15.4
      Higher Power Output 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Bi-amp capability vs 7-ch (assignable)
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Atmos Music vs
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp vs Pro up to 7.1.8 or 9.1.6
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer vs 13.1-ch (Built-In)
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB vs 2-ch Input
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      Google Assistant vs
      Apple Siri vs
      USB Input for factory service vs 1 Front for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port vs 5 V, 1.5 A
      More RCA Line Inputs 4 vs 5
      XLR Line Inputs vs 1
      More RCA Pre-Outs 15.2 vs 17.4
      XLR Pre-outs vs 4 subwoofers
      Front A/V Inputs vs USB
      More Zones 2 vs 3
      More Powered Zones vs 2 and 3
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 0 vs 1 / 1
      Pandora vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 17
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 17
      Bigger Power Supply 570 W vs 1100 W
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 170 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 75 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels vs 190 W (0.7% THD)
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      Denon AVC-X8500HA
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      13.2 channel

      150 W

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      11.4 channel

      140 W

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      11.2 channel

      150 W

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      13.2 channel

      150 W

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      11.4 channel

      150 W

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      9.2 channel

      150 W

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      11.4 channel

      140 W

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      11.2 channel

      140 W

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      11.2 channel

      140 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      7.2 channel

      100 W

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      5.2 channel

      80 W

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
        Many Channels11.215.4
        High Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Channel Processing15.215.4
        Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp up to 7.1.8 or 9.1.6
        DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp Pro up to 7.1.8 or 9.1.6
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade)
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        QFT
        8K Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC
        Many HDMI Inputs77
        Many HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
        Many 8K Inputs77
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs15.217.4
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
        No Composite Video Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H

      11 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Anthem MRX 1140 8K features 11 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design on Channels 1-5 and Class D design on the rest. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      15 channel Monolithic Amplifier: Denon AVR-A1H features 15 channel power amplifier with Monolithic design. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.
      • Toroidal Transformer: Anthem MRX 1140 8K has a toroidal transformer which in general costs several times more than a regular C-core transformer and radiates less electromagnetic noise outside its donut shaped core.


      AMPLIFIER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Channels11.215.4
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass A/B on Channels 1-5 and Class D on the restMonolithic
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability 7-ch (assignable)

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K's and Denon AVR-A1H's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.6, 9.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 9.2.6 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-A1H: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6, 5.4.8, 7.4.2, 7.4.4, 7.4.6, 7.4.8, 9.4.2, 9.4.4, 9.4.6 with internal amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: This model supports DTS:X but not DTS:X Pro. Since DTS:X is limited with 11 channel processing some of the speaker configurations for Dolby Atmos are not supported here. The supported configurations are 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.6, 7.2.2, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-A1H: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6, 5.4.8, 7.4.2, 7.4.4, 7.4.6, 7.4.8, 9.4.2, 9.4.4, 9.4.6 with internal amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Denon AVR-A1H: 5.4, 7.4, 9.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4, 9.2.6.
      • Denon AVR-A1H: 9.4, 9.4.2, 9.4.4, 9.4.6.
      • Bi-Amp: Anthem MRX 1140 8K is able to bi-amp up to 2 and Denon AVR-A1H is able to bi-amp up to 7 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H support Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.
      • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Denon AVR-A1H supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.

      DTS:X

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H support DTS:X.

      • DTS:X Pro: Denon AVR-A1H supports DTS:X Pro which is an upgraded version of DTS:X and is no longer limited with 11 channel processing.
      • DTS Neural:X: Both models feature DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
      • DTS Virtual:X: Both models feature DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
      • DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.

      Auro-3D

      Denon AVR-A1H supports Auro-3D.

      • Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

      IMAX Enhanced

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H are IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

      • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
      AUDIO DECODING Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp up to 7.1.8 or 9.1.6
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp Pro up to 7.1.8 or 9.1.6
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)

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      9. HDMI 2.1

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

      Denon AVR-A1H comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

      • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 8K Upscaling on Denon AVR-A1H: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
      • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on both models).
      • HDCP 2.3 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Denon AVR-A1H supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.


      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H support Audio Return Channel (ARC) which allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.


      Gaming Features

      Both receivers support Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.12.1
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Anthem MRX 1140 8K has 15.2 and Denon AVR-A1H has 17.4 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest. Also, Anthem MRX 1140 8K has 15 channel processing but has only 11 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
      • XLR Inputs and Outputs: There is one pair of XLR inputs on Denon AVR-A1H. If your CD player, Blu-Ray player or other source have XLR outputs you can connect them to the receiver's XLR Inputs for higher quality balanced connection. Besides unbalanced RCA pre-outs Denon AVR-A1H also has XLR outputs. In case your external power amplifier has XLR inputs you can use the balanced connection for higher audio quality.
      • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and 5 pair of line inputs on Denon AVR-A1H for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Anthem MRX 1140 8K.
      • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 3 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Denon AVR-A1H for digital audio connections.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K
        Inputs:         7   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Denon AVR-A1H
        Inputs:         7   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 7.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: None
      • Denon AVR-A1H: USB

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      TERMINALS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      HDMI Inputs77
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs77
      USB Input for factory service1 Front for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port 5 V, 1.5 A
      Optical Inputs32
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs45
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs1
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs15.217.4
      XLR Pre-outs4 subwoofers
      Composite Video Inputs
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs
      Component Video Outputs

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Denon AVR-A1H and gave them scores of 91 and 96 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Denon AVR-A1H

      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      96

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Many Channels - 15.4
      •   High Power Output - 150 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      99
      •   Many Channels - 15.4
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.4 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   360 Reality Audio
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      100
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      EXCELLENT
      100
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   No USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   XLR Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   XLR Pre-outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 5․0

      Zones

      GOOD
      77
      •   2 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      73
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      BrandAnthemDenon
      ModelMRX 1140 8KAVR-A1H
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryNorth AmericaUSA
      Release Year20212022
      PredecessorDenon AVR-X8500HA
      AMPLIFIER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Channels11.215.4
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass A/B on Channels 1-5 and Class D on the restMonolithic
      Discrete Amplification
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Mono Block Power Amplifier Construction L/R separated
      Bi-amp Capability 7-ch (assignable)
      AUDIO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineNext-Generation DSP PlatformDual-core 1GHz DSP
      DAC Specs768 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing15.215.4
      D.D.S.C. HD Digital 32 bit
      Alpha Processing AL32 Processing Multichannel
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp up to 7.1.8 or 9.1.6
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp Pro up to 7.1.8 or 9.1.6
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In)
      360 Reality Audio
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Compressed Music Enhancer
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Direct Mode
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade)
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.12.1
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC
      Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Anthem Remote App
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      HDMI Inputs77
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs77
      USB Input for factory service1 Front for USB memory
      USB DC Out Port 5 V, 1.5 A
      Optical Inputs32
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs45
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs1
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs15.217.4
      XLR Pre-outs4 subwoofers
      Composite Video Inputs
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs
      Component Video Outputs
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsUSB
      Speaker A/B assignable
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      ZONES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Number of Zones23
      Powered Zones 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre OutHDMI, Pre Out
      Zone 3 OutsPre Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output32
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 01 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface
      GUI Languages3
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      PreAmp Mode
      Display 2 lines FLD
      Remote ControllerRC-1250
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Denon Link HD
      Setup Assistant
      Quick Select plus / Quick Select /
      RADIO Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Front PanelMetal
      Speaker Terminals1117
      Large Speaker Terminals1117
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption570 W1100 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 80 W/160 W
      Standby Power0.3 W0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Dimensions (W x H x D)431.8 mm x 152.4 mm x 364 mm
      17" x 6" x 14-1/2" x       		434 mm x 195 mm x 493 mm (with antenna: 434 mm x 259 mm x 498 mm)
      17.1" x 7.7" x 19.4" (with antenna up: 17.1" x 10.2" x 19.6")
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)
      Weight15.2 kg (33.6 lbs)32.0 kg (70.5 lbs)
      Weight of Package38.0 kg (80 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Denon AVR-A1H
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.05% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)140 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 60 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)170 W (1% THD) on Channels 1-5, 75 W (1% THD) on Remaining Channels190 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)260 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)210 W (1% THD)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)280 W x 2-channel
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)170 W x 2-channel
      THD (Digital)0.002% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
      Analog Distortion0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
      Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)RCA: 200 mV
      XLR: 400 mV
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
      Rated Lineout Level and ImpedanceRCA: 1.2 V
      XLR: 2.4 V
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      Maximum Preout Level and Impedance5.2 VRMS, 7.1 VRMS
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance32 Ω - 600 Ω
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)110 dB102 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
      S/N Ratio (digital)110 dB
      Dynamic Range (digital)110 dB
      Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
      Frequency Response (Analog In)20 Hz - 30 kHz +/-0.2 dB+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version5․0
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
      FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
      AM Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz
      AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
      Warranty5 Years

      * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
      ** - 480i/576i only
      *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
      **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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