Marantz Cinema 30 vs Arcam AVR21

      Marantz Cinema 30

      Arcam AVR21
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      Highlights

      • 11.4 Channels
      • 13.4 Channel Processing
      • 140 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

      Highlights

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

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Marantz Cinema 30
      4. Advantage of Arcam AVR21
      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 Marantz Cinema 30 to Arcam AVR21 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 Marantz Cinema 30 has 11 channel and the Arcam AVR21 has 7 channel amplifiers with Marantz Cinema 30's being more powerful.


      Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21

      Marantz Cinema 30 was introduced in 2024 and represents a current flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 13.4 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.

      Arcam AVR21 was introduced in 2022. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 15.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 and gave them scores of 95 and 92 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.

      Marantz Cinema 30

      Arcam AVR21

      Amplifier
      94
      Amplifier
      91
      Audio Features
      97
      Audio Features
      94
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      99
      Connectivity
      91
      Connectivity
      90
      Zones
      92
      Zones
      85
      Radio
      96
      Radio
      86
      OVERALL
      95
      OVERALL
      92

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

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21.

      PROS

      Marantz Cinema 30

      Arcam AVR21

      •   Many Channels - 11.4
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   13.4 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   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
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      •   Bluetooth 5․4
      •   High Power Output - 110 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   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
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Digital Radio
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      •   Bluetooth 5․0

      CONS

      Marantz Cinema 30

      Arcam AVR21

      •   No Digital Radio
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No Composite Video Inputs


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz Cinema 30

      Arcam AVR21

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   2 Zones

      3. Advantage of Marantz Cinema 30

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz Cinema 30 over Arcam AVR21.

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      Marantz Cinema 30
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      Marantz Cinema 30 vs Arcam AVR21
      More Channels 11.4 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Bi-amp capability 5-ch (assignable) vs
      Dolby Atmos Music vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 with external amp vs Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      QFT vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      USB DC Out Port vs
      Phono Input vs
      More Composite Video Inputs 2 vs
      More Component Video Inputs 1 vs
      Front A/V Inputs USB vs AUX (3.5 mm Audio)
      More Zones 3 vs 2
      More Powered Zones 2 and 3 vs 2
      +12V Trigger Output 3 vs 2
      Analog Tuner FM/AM vs FM with RDS
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 13 vs 7
      More Large Speaker Terminals 13 vs 7
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 140 W (0.05% THD) vs 110 W (0.02% THD)
      Newer Bluetooth Version 5․4 vs 5․0
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      4. Advantage of Arcam AVR21

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Arcam AVR21 over Marantz Cinema 30.

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      Marantz Cinema 30 vs Arcam AVR21
      More Channel Processing 13.4 vs 15.2
      Network Audio Formats MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MQA
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      More Optical Outputs vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 4
      More RCA Line Inputs 6 vs 7 (1 front)
      More RCA Line Outputs vs 1
      More RCA Pre-Outs 13.4 vs 15.2
      Display 2 lines + port hole OLED vs Large front-panel LCD display
      Digital Radio vs DAB/DAB+
      Universal Power Supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz vs AC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switch
      Bigger Power Supply 780 W vs 1500 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 102 dB vs 93 dB (normal)
      110 dB (stereo direct)
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 5 Years
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      110 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 Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
        High Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Channel Processing13.415.2
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 with external amp up to 9.1.6 with external amp
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 with external amp Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 13.1-ch (Built-In) 13.1-ch (Built-In)
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade) Dirac Live™
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dolby Vision
        HDMI Version2.12.1
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
        VRR
        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 aptX HD
        Google Assistant
        Many HDMI Inputs77
        Many HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
        Many 8K Inputs77
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory for factory service
        Many RCA Line Inputs67 (1 front)
        RCA Pre-Outs13.415.2
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Toroidal Transformer
        New Bluetooth Version5․45․0

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21

      11 channel Monolithic Amplifier: Marantz Cinema 30 features 11 channel power amplifier with Monolithic design. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      7 channel Class A/B Amplifier: Arcam AVR21 features 7 channel power amplifier with Class A/B design. It is rated at 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.
      • Current Feedback Topology: Marantz Cinema 30 features Current Feedback Topology which is a well known, Marantz’ original circuit technology. The Current Feedback amplifier technology fits perfectly with the high requirements set for Super Audio software providing wide-bandwidth, high-speed reproduction. The impedance at the Current Feedback point is limited resulting in a very low phase shift. Marantz receivers and amplifiers equipped with Current Feedback can keep the phase compensation via Negative FeedBack (NFB) to a minimum, resulting in high through-rate, excellent transient response and superb sonic transparency for the full bandwidth. Unlike conventional Voltage Feedback amplification, the Current Feedback amplification makes the power amplifier in-sensitive to difficult loudspeaker loads.
      • HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module): Marantz Cinema 30 features exclusive Marantz HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) technology found on their Reference Series components. Marantz developed its own discrete circuit boards to replace standard IC's. These HDAM's consist of discrete surface mount components with short mirror image L/R signal paths. Those devices are doing exactly the same thing as the Op-Amps, but outperform the regular IC Op-amps dramatically in terms of the Slew Rate and reduced noise level, resulting in a much more dynamic, accurate and detailed sound. Over the years Marantz developed different types of the HDAM to improve quality and to fit to the special requirements of a product category like CD or amplifier.
      • Toroidal Transformer: Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 have 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 Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Channels11.47.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignMonolithicClass A/B
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability 5-ch (assignable)

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Marantz Cinema 30's and Arcam AVR21's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Marantz Cinema 30: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6, 7.4.2, 7.4.4, 9.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.6, 9.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Arcam AVR21: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 5.2.6, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier and 7.2.6, 9.2.4 with addition of external 6 channel amplifier and 9.2.6 with addition of external 8 channel amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Marantz Cinema 30: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6, 7.4.2, 7.4.4, 9.4.2 with internal amplifier and 7.4.6, 9.4.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Arcam AVR21: 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 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier and 5.2.6, 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 4 channel amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Marantz Cinema 30: 5.4, 7.4, 9.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Arcam AVR21: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier and 9.2 with addition of external 2 channel 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:
      • Marantz Cinema 30: 9.4, 9.4.2, 9.4.4.
      • Arcam AVR21: 9.2, 9.2.2, 9.2.4, 9.2.6.
      • Bi-Amp: Marantz Cinema 30 is able to bi-amp up to 5 and Arcam AVR21 is 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

      Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 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: Both models support 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

      Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 support DTS:X.

      • DTS:X Pro: Marantz Cinema 30 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

      Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 support Auro-3D.

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

      IMAX Enhanced

      Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 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 Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 with external amp 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
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 with external amp Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      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) 13.1-ch (Built-In)

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      9. HDMI 2.1

      Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 come 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 Marantz Cinema 30: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Marantz Cinema 30 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 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)

      Marantz Cinema 30 supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Arcam AVR21 supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision 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)

      Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 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

      Marantz Cinema 30 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) Arcam AVR21 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      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
      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

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz Cinema 30 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz Cinema 30 has 13.4 and Arcam AVR21 has 15.2 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, Marantz Cinema 30 has 13 channel processing but has only 11 channel amplifier and Arcam AVR21 has 15 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 6 pair of line inputs on Marantz Cinema 30 and 7 pair of line inputs on Arcam AVR21 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Arcam AVR21.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Marantz Cinema 30 and 2 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 4 coaxial inputs are available on Arcam AVR21 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:
      • Marantz Cinema 30
        Inputs:         7   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Arcam AVR21
        Inputs:         7   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 7.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Marantz Cinema 30
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 0.
      • Arcam AVR21
        Inputs:         0   Outputs: 0.
      • 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.
      • Marantz Cinema 30 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Marantz Cinema 30
        Inputs:         1   Outputs: 0.
      • Arcam AVR21
        Inputs:         0   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Marantz Cinema 30: USB
      • Arcam AVR21: AUX (3.5 mm Audio)

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      TERMINALS Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      HDMI Inputs77
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs77
      USB Input1 Front for USB memory for factory service
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs24
      RCA Line Inputs67 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs13.415.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs1
      Component Video Outputs

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Marantz Cinema 30 and Arcam AVR21 and gave them scores of 95 and 92 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.


      Marantz Cinema 30

      Arcam AVR21

      OVERALL
      95
      OVERALL
      92

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.4
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 110 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      97
      •   Many Channels - 11.4
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   13.4 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   15.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   MQA Decoding
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      99
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      99
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   8K Passthrough

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   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
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 5․4
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   7 8K Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 5․0

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   2 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      BrandMarantzArcam
      SeriesHDA
      ModelCinema 30AVR21
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryUSAAll
      Release Year20242022
      PredecessorMarantz SR8015 Arcam AVR20
      AMPLIFIER Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Channels11.47.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignMonolithicClass A/B
      Current Feedback Topology
      Discrete Amplification
      HDAM
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability 5-ch (assignable)
      AUDIO FEATURES Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      DACESS SabreDual ESS 9026PRO
      DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing13.415.2
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 with external amp 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
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X Pro up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 with external amp Pro up to 9.1.6 with external amp
      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) 13.1-ch (Built-In)
      MQA Decoding
      PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MQA
      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 up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 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 MDAX2
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode Stereo Direct, CD Direct
      Pure Direct Mode
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Dirac Live (upgrade) Dirac Live™
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      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)
      DSC (Display Stream Compression)
      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
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC aptX HD
      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 Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices Arcam control app
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      HDMI Inputs77
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
      8K Inputs77
      USB Input1 Front for USB memory for factory service
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs1
      Coaxial Inputs24
      RCA Line Inputs67 (1 front)
      RCA Line Outputs1
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs13.415.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs2
      Composite Video Outputs
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs1
      Component Video Outputs
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsUSBAUX (3.5 mm Audio)
      Speaker A/B assignable
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")3.5 mm (1/8")
      Detachable Power Cord
      Flasher In
      Remote Control In/Out1 / 1
      ZONES Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Number of Zones32
      Powered Zones 2 and 3 2
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Pre OutHDMI, Pre Out
      Zone 3 OutsPre Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output32
      Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 0
      MISCELLANEOUS Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface
      GUI Languages3
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      PreAmp Mode
      Display 2 lines + port hole OLEDLarge front-panel LCD display
      Remote ControllerRC-051SR
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Setup Assistant
      RADIO Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Analog Tuner FM/AM FM with RDS
      Presets50
      Digital Radio DAB/DAB+
      Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      ChassisCopper Platted
      Front PanelMetal
      Speaker Terminals137
      Large Speaker Terminals137
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 110-120 V or 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz via switch
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption780 W1500 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W
      Standby Power0.2 W0.5 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Dimensions (W x H x D)442 mm x 189 mm x 447 mm (with antenna: 442 mm x 257 mm x 457 mm)
      17.4" × 7.5" × 17.6" (with antenna: 17.4" × 10.2" × 18.0"      		433 mm x 171 mm x 425 mm
      17.06" x 6.69" x 18.56"
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)21" x 12" x 21.25"
      Weight19.4 kg (42.8 lbs)16.6 kg (36.4 lbs)
      Weight of Package49.5 lb19.9 kg
      SPECIFICATIONS Marantz Cinema 30 Arcam AVR21
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)140 W (0.05% THD)110 W (0.02% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)125 W (0.2% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)175 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)250 W (10% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel Driven)175 W (0.2% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)190 W (0.2% THD)
      Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive90 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 8 Ω, 0.2% THD)
      110 W (7 channels driven, 1kHz, 4 Ω, 0.2% THD)
      THD (Digital)0.004% (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)200 mV/47 kΩ1V, 2V, 4V (user adjustable)/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)4.5 Vrms
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.2 V1 Vrms/560 Ω
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      Maximum Preout Level and Impedance5 Vrms/560 Ω
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance5 Vrms/100 Ω
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)102 dB93 dB (normal)
      110 dB (stereo direct)
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
      S/N Ratio (digital)104 dB
      Dynamic Range (digital)104 dB
      Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
      Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)±0.2 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
      Residual noise (IHF-A Network)0.15 mV
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz - 60 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Component)
      5 Hz - 10 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/acIEEE 802.11 ac
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version5․45․0
      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
      Warranty3 Years5 Years

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

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