Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Yamaha RX-A3020

       
       

      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

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.1 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/30Hz Passthrough
      • Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Anthem MRX 1140 8K to Yamaha RX-A3020 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 Yamaha RX-A3020 has 9 channel amplifiers with Anthem MRX 1140 8K's being less powerful.


      Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020

      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.

      Yamaha RX-A3020 was introduced in 2012 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/30Hz and upscales HQV Vida video signal.


      We evaluated Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Yamaha RX-A3020 and gave them scores of 91 and 83 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

      Yamaha RX-A3020

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      95
      Audio Features
      94
      Audio Features
      73
      Video Features
      100
      Video Features
      64
      Connectivity
      89
      Connectivity
      89
      Zones
      77
      Zones
      97
      Radio
      73
      Radio
      88
      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      83

      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 Yamaha RX-A3020.

      PROS

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Yamaha RX-A3020

      •   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
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   11.1 Channel Processing
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   4 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora

      CONS

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Yamaha RX-A3020

      •   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 Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K

      Yamaha RX-A3020

      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   3 HDMI Outputs

      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 Yamaha RX-A3020.

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      Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Yamaha RX-A3020
      More Channels 11.2 vs 9.2
      Front Wide Channel Support vs
      Higher DAC Specs 768 kHz/32 Bit vs 192 kHz/24 Bit
      More Channel Processing 15.2 vs 11.1
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      HDR10 vs
      HDR10+ vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K
      Wi-Fi vs via optional YWA-10 adapter (sold separately)
      Bluetooth vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) vs 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
      More 8K Inputs 7 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 15.2 vs 11.2
      +12V Trigger Output 3 vs (2)
      Spotify vs
      Bigger Power Supply 570 W vs 490 W/620 VA
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 110 dB vs 100 dB
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      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A3020

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A3020 over Anthem MRX 1140 8K.

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      Anthem MRX 1140 8K vs Yamaha RX-A3020
      Higher Power Output 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLIIx
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      More HDMI Inputs 7 vs 8 (1 front)
      USB Input for factory service vs iPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player
      USB DC Out Port vs (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
      More Optical Inputs 3 vs 4 (1 front)
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 4 vs 9 (1 front)
      Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
      More Composite Video Inputs vs 5 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs vs 2
      More S-Video Inputs vs 4
      More S-Video Outputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs vs 4
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs vs HDMI, USB, analog audio, optical, composite
      More Zones 2 vs 4
      More Powered Zones vs Zone 2 / 3
      Remote (IR) Input/Output 1 / 0 vs 2 / 2
      Digital Radio vs HD Radio
      Pandora vs
      SiriusXM vs
      Higher 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 vs 165 W (0.9% THD)

      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 Yamaha RX-A3020
        High Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Channel Processing15.211.1
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Multipoint and Angle measurement)
        New HDCP Version2.32.2
        Many HDMI Inputs78 (1 front)
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs15.211.2
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        No Tidal

      6. Amplifier

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020

      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.

      9 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-A3020 features 9 channel power amplifier. 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 Yamaha RX-A3020
      Channels11.29.2
      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
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K's and Yamaha RX-A3020'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.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020: Not supported.
      • 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.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020: Not supported.
      • 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.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020: 5.2, 7.2 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.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020: Does not support.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 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 supports Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports 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.

      DTS:X

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports 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: Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports 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: Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports 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.

      IMAX Enhanced

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K is 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 Yamaha RX-A3020
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      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

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      9. HDMI

      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.

      Yamaha RX-A3020 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 for MAIN and 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4.

      • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Anthem MRX 1140 8K: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        4K/30Hz Passthrough on Yamaha RX-A3020: All inputs pass up to 4K video signal.
      • 1080p Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A3020: It can upscale HQV Vida from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Yamaha RX-A3020 supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
      • 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 Anthem MRX 1140 8K only).
      • HDCP Copy Protection: Anthem MRX 1140 8K is HDCP 2.3 and Yamaha RX-A3020 is HDCP 2.2 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.

      Yamaha RX-A3020 does not support HDR. 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 supports 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

      Anthem MRX 1140 8K supports 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 Yamaha RX-A3020
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.2
      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 4K

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Yamaha RX-A3020 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • 7.1 Multichannel Input: In case you have a high quality Blu-Ray or a DVD player with multichannel analog outputs you may connect it to a 7.1 multichannel analog inputs of Yamaha RX-A3020 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Anthem MRX 1140 8K has 15.2 and Yamaha RX-A3020 has 11.2 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 and Yamaha RX-A3020 has 11 channel processing but has only 11 channel amplifier, so they need external amplifiers connected to their analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
      • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and 9 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A3020 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There are also 1 pair of line outputs on the receivers.
      • Digital Inputs and Outputs: 3 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Anthem MRX 1140 8K and 4 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A3020 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.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020
        Inputs:
        8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020
        Inputs:
        5   Outputs: 2.
      • S-Video:
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020
        Inputs:
        4   Outputs: 2.
      • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020 supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K
        Inputs:
        0   Outputs: 0.
      • Yamaha RX-A3020
        Inputs:
        4   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Anthem MRX 1140 8K: None
      • Yamaha RX-A3020: HDMI, USB, analog audio, optical, composite

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      TERMINALS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      HDMI Inputs78 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
      8K Inputs7
      USB Input for factory serviceiPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player
      USB DC Out Port (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
      Optical Inputs34 (1 front)
      Optical Outputs11
      Coaxial Inputs23
      RCA Line Inputs49 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs11
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs15.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs2
      S-Video Inputs4
      S-Video Outputs2
      Component Video Inputs4
      Component Video Outputs1

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Anthem MRX 1140 8K and Yamaha RX-A3020 and gave them scores of 91 and 83 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

      Yamaha RX-A3020

      OVERALL
      91
      OVERALL
      83

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   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
      GOOD
      73
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      100
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      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
      89
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet

      Zones

      GOOD
      77
      •   2 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      97
      •   4 Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      73
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      BrandAnthemYamaha
      SeriesAventage
      ModelMRX 1140 8KRX-A3020
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryNorth AmericaUSA
      Release Year20212012
      PredecessorYamaha RX-A3010
      SuccessorYamaha RX-A3030
      AMPLIFIER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Channels11.29.2
      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 rest
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability
      AUDIO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineNext-Generation DSP Platform
      Surround:AI™
      DACBurr-Brown
      DAC Specs768 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing15.211.1
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:6
      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
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBWAV, FLAC
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction Ultra low jitter PLL circuitry
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift no presence speakers required
      Compressed Music Enhancer high-resolution
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
      Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Straight Decoding Mode
      Pure Direct Mode with video on mode
      CINEMA DSP HD3
      DSP Programs23
      SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
      Virtual Speakers
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.Anthem Room Correction (ARC Genesis) YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Multipoint and Angle measurement)
      YPAO Volume
      PEQ for SUBDown to 31 Hz
      VIDEO FEATURES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.1
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.2
      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 4K
      Video Signal Upscaling HQV Vida
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, S-Video, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion (Component**, S-Video, Composite) to (Component, S-Video, Composite)
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p
      Video Parameter Adjustments (With variable parameters)
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Wi-Fi via optional YWA-10 adapter (sold separately)
      Bluetooth
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      MusicCast
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Anthem Remote App (iPhone / iPad, Android™ phone / tablet, Kindle Fire™ )
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      HDMI Inputs78 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
      8K Inputs7
      USB Input for factory serviceiPod® / iPhone® / iPad®, USB memory, portable audio player
      USB DC Out Port (USB DC output 5 V / 0.5 amp)
      Optical Inputs34 (1 front)
      Optical Outputs11
      Coaxial Inputs23
      RCA Line Inputs49 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs11
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs15.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)
      Composite Video Outputs2
      S-Video Inputs4
      S-Video Outputs2
      Component Video Inputs4
      Component Video Outputs1
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, analog audio, optical, composite
      Speaker A/B
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      dockport
      ZONES Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Number of Zones24
      Powered ZonesZone 2 / 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre OutHDMI, Component, Composite, Line Out
      Zone 3 OutsComponent, Composite, Line Out
      Zone 4 OutsHDMI
      Zone B Video Output HDMI
      Zone GUI
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output3 (2)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 02 / 2
      Party Mode
      MISCELLANEOUS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      On-Screen DisplayGraphical user interface
      SCENESCENE PLUS (12 sets)
      Web Control
      IP Control
      PreAmp Mode
      Display
      Remote Controller (Preset, learning, macro, full LED backlight)
      RADIO Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Presets40
      Digital Radio HD Radio
      Internet Radio
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Solid Aluminum FrontAluminum
      A.R.T. Wedge
      Speaker Terminals1111
      Large Speaker Terminals1111
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption570 W490 W/620 VA
      Standby Power0.3 W0.3 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power Standby
      PHYSICAL Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Dimensions (W x H x D)431.8 mm x 152.4 mm x 364 mm
      17" x 6" x 14-1/2" x
      435 mm x 192 mm x 467 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 18-3/8"
      Weight15.2 kg (33.6 lbs)18.2 kg (40.1 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Anthem MRX 1140 8K Yamaha RX-A3020
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)150 W (0.06% 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 Channels165 W (0.9% THD)
      Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)185 W (0.9% THD)
      Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)230 W (10% THD)
      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
      Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)230 W (0.9% THD, Front)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)410 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)295 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)220 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)175 W
      THD0.04% (MULTI CH INPUT to Speaker Out, Pure Direct, 70 W, 8 Ω)
      THD (Phono)0.02% (Phono to AV OUT)
      Damping Factor150 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)60 mV
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/1.2 kΩ
      Rated Lineout Level and Impedance200 mV/1.2 kΩ (AV OUT)
      Maximum Preout Level and Impedance5.2 VRMS, 7.1 VRMS
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance32 Ω - 600 Ω150 mV/100 Ω
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)110 dB100 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)86 dB
      Frequency Response (Analog In)20 Hz - 30 kHz +/-0.2 dB+0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz)
      Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Front L/R Speaker Out)
      Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)60 dB/45 dB
      Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)60 dB/55 dB
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y and S-Video Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      0.286 Vp-p/75 Ω (S-Video C)
      Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 100 MHz, ±3 dB (Component)
      Video S/N Ratio60 dB
      Ethernet Standard10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5 V, 2.1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioHD: 80 dB, Mono/Stereo: 72 dB/ 70 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)HD: 0.03%, Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
      AM Frequency530 MHz - 1710 MHz
      Warranty3 Years

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

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