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Electronista: Home theater outfit Marantz is preparing the release of an unusually elaborate HDMI switch. The VS3002, expected to launch first in Japan, will allow users to connect a full six HDMI inputs, where most allow a maximum of two or four. It has two outputs moreover, enabling owners to connect to both a TV and another device, such as a computer monitor.The 3002 will support HDMI 1.3′s Deep Color standard, as well as RS-232C connections for more elaborate home theater setups. Although the system will ship with a remote, it auto-detect inputs as a rule, and also indicates whether or not a connected device is powered.

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Absolute Gadget: Marantz has announced a seriously beefy Super Audio CD hi-fi system for those wanting something a bit less puny than so-called designer audio equipment. Tipping the scales at the weigh in, this system comes in at disc-slipping 19 stone.The whole package includes the SA-7S1SACD player, SC-7S2 pre-amp and the MA-9S2 mono block amplifiers made “of the finest materials possible” by Marantz.

The system is capable of shifting 5,000 watts of power as well as frequencies between 3Hz to 150kHz.

Of course there is the old adage ‘size doesn’t matter, its how you use it that counts’, but this kit promises to deliver the finest signals with extreme precision.

Built with care to avoid vibrations, the system features a range of parts designed to enhance the listening experience such as silicon shielding plates covered with aluminium which is then copper-plated. Combined with shock absorbing feet, Marantz claims this provides its best ever sound.

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Home Theater Blog: Marantz recently unveiled five new surround receivers, retailing between €450 and €1,500.  Several of the new receivers have 4 HDMI inputs, compared to the standard 2/3 HDMI inputs found on many other A/V receivers.

First up in the line is the SR4001 Dolby Digital EX/DTS ES Surround Receiver, followed by the SR5001 XM Ready Surround Sound Receiver.

Moving up a little farther into the line is the ZR6001SP with “DAvED technology” (Digital Audio via Electrical Distribution).  DAvED is a multi-room audio distribution standard, which allows for plug and play multi-zone operation.

Pushing into the upper tier, is the SR7001 THX Select2 Surround Sound A/V Receiver with 4-in/1-out HDMI (version 1.2).

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