About The Anthem MRX 1140 8K Home Theatre Receiver
Anthem's MRX AV Receivers are about maximising audio performance that previously has been unobtainable at their respective price points. Building on the feature set of the previous models, these models have the newest version of ARC Genesis, a redesigned and more accurate calibration microphone, Anthem's Web User Interface, integrated streaming support, object-oriented audio codecs with support for up to 15.2 channels and the clean power delivery Anthem is known for with up to 140 watts per channel.
The MRX 1140 is a great way to bring premium audio to any home theatre or media room. Seamlessly integrate your smart TV or projector with 7 dedicated 8K HDMI inputs that support 8K/60Hz or 4K/120Hz pass-through and 3 dedicated outputs with eARC. With MRX, you can enjoy 8K quality video from all of your 8K source devices in amazing clarity.
The MRX 1140 8K is a 15.2 Pre-Amplifier / 11 Amplifier Channel Home Theatre Receiver with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced. It comes with 140-watts per channel continuous power into 8 ohms and includes ARC (Anthem Room Correction). HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 supporting 8K/60Hz or 4K/120Hz.
Complexity Simplified: At Anthem, the goal is to shape how you interact with your technology, so they went the extra mile to ensure no detail is overlooked while providing the utmost flexibility when it comes to device setup. Using a phone, tablet or laptop, owners can easily access any function or setting and make changes on the fly. Power the primary or secondary zone on and off, adjust volume, change audio modes, tweak channel trims and more, for a perfect surround sound experience. You're in control, and it's never been easier.
Advanced 8K HDMI Platform with e-ARC Support: Feel the power of every frame with the MRX Series and its advanced 8K HDMI 2.1 Platform with HDCP 2.3. Showcasing 7 dedicated 8K inputs which support 8K/60Hz or 4K/120Hz pass-through and 3 dedicated outputs with Enhanced Audio Return Channel, you can enjoy 8K quality video from all of your 8K source devices in amazing clarity. Also featuring the latest HDMI technology and specification, the MRX 1140 8K allows you to take your home entertainment to the next level with HDR10+, Dynamic HDR10+, ALLM and VRR support. The possibilities are limitless; unlock the true potential of your media with the industry's most flexible and feature-rich HDMI platform.
Experience Gaming Like Never Before on an MRX: It's never been a more exciting time to be a gamer. With the latest consoles offering up to 4K/120Hz graphics, realistic HDR and Dolby Vision dynamic range, and immersive Dolby Atmos sound, you have to make sure your Home Theatre gear won't hold you back. Enter the MRX 8K Series, Anthem's most feature-rich AV receivers to date!
Supporting the next generation of A/V formats, MRX Receivers unlock the potential of the latest generation of consoles. Experience every sight, every sound, as the MRX immerses you with stunning picture up to 8K/60Hz (4K/120Hz), and the latest generation audio formats in up to 17-channels (15.2) MRX Receivers define state-of-the-art gaming performance. Advanced processing precisely positions every sound with breathtaking realism and clarity.
Flexible Streaming: MRX Receivers include a robust set of streaming options that can pull your music in from local storage or from the internet. Thanks to Anthem's high-speed processing and premium digital-to-analogue conversion using high-end DACs, sound quality can be every bit as good as dropping a CD into a dedicated disc player. In some cases, high resolution streams can sound even better than CDs, approaching the quality of SACD, DVD-A, and Blu-ray audio.
Channel Re-Assignment: The built in high performance amplifier modules can be configured in many ways to suit the specific speaker configuration. Unused amplifier channels can be re-assigned to Bi-Amplify demanding front speakers, power surrounds, presence speakers, or a second zone. Configure amplifier channels for your system's needs, then fully optimise the presentation with ARC Genesis.
Robust Integration: At Anthem, they pride themselves on playing nice with others, no matter the ask. As a result, they've made the Anthem MRX Receivers the ultimate nerve centers for any home theatre or media room by treating ease of integration as a top priority. The Anthem MRX Receivers feature RS232 Serial and IP control capabilities for easy customization and compatibility with common third-party integration solutions.
The latest Anthem MRX series features external control and IP control capabilities for easy customization and compatibility with third-party integration solutions. It offers IP control capability for major third-party control devices including: RTI, Control4, Crestron, ELAN, Savant & URC.
Design: At Anthem, they have one simple goal – to design, engineer and manufacture audio/video products that deliver premium performance and convenience at a reasonable price. They do this by spending thousands of hours selecting and testing components, carefully designing their own circuit topologies, and backing them with robust power supplies that ensure maximum long-term quality and reliability. They achieve this with the team at the Paradigm/Anthem Research Center and their decades of combined experience.
Anthem Remote App: Gain unprecedented command over your network-enabled Anthem A/V Receiver, Processor or Pre-amplifier. The Anthem Remote App uses a wi-fi connection to simplify the configuration of supported Anthem devices. App-based controls include volume level, muting, input selection, power, listening modes, bass, treble, level trims, menu navigation, and Anthem Room Correction (ARC) control.
ARC Genesis: ARC Genesis is the newest software that works with many ARC enabled Anthem or Paradigm products. New features include support for both Mac and Windows; new target curve adjustment options including deep bass and high frequencies; improved algorithms and much more.
ARC Genesis is backwards compatible with many Anthem and Paradigm products that are ARC or PBK enabled. For a complete list, please visit AnthemARC.com. This third generation of Anthem Room Correction software represents a significant leap forward in room correction with the most comprehensive set of features yet. ARC Genesis transforms the audio performance of compatible speakers or electronics while retaining the unique character of any room. Proprietary Digital Signal Processing (DSP) software works in tandem with a calibrated microphone (provided with many ARC and PBK enabled products) to provide astonishing improvements to the sound you hear.
Sound in Disorder: Surfaces such as windows, furnishings, and the geometry of the walls, floor, and ceiling add unwanted resonance and colouration, making the bass either boomy or less punchy, voices less natural, and the dialogue less intelligible.
Sound in Order: Anthem Room Correction measures each speaker's output relative to the listening area, then through a series of calculations, adjusts its output. Not only does ARC correct peaks and dips in a speaker's frequency response, but it also preserves the beneficial acoustic attributes of a room.
The Anthem Advantage: Backed by over 35 years of home-grown, hands-on design, and innovative audio engineering experience, Anthem products provide an unprecedented level of reliability and functionality; delivering one of the industry's highest performance/price ratios. This is just one reason why Anthem electronics are the choice of knowledgeable audiophiles, professional musicians and engineers the world over.
Our Take On The Anthem MRX 1140 8K
The Anthem MRX 1140 8K AV receiver is surely one of the most desirable AV products currently available. It really does offer an astonishing level of accomplishment for the money. We think that most every audio visual want, need, hope or desire that enthusiasts have on their wish list will be well and truly ticked off by the MRX 1140 8K. And, unlike most other companies, Anthem don't change their AV products every year. They spent 5 years developing this range to be as future proof as possible and they'll probably spend 5 years developing the next. So that means you can purchase an Anthem setup now and relax and enjoy your home theatre system and not have to worry about upgrading again for a good long while to come.
The MRX 1140 8K really is a great example of what a well designed AV receiver can offer going forward. It has oodles of power, especially through the main channels and all the connectivity you could want including an ample 15.2 channels of processing power that allows you to create a home theatre system with up to 6 Atmos channels, 9 front & surround channels, and 2 subwoofers. This lets you reproduce the most complex object-oriented surround formats like Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Pro with ease. Anthem's ground breaking ARC Genesis room correction software is also available to ensure your system sounds as good as possible no matter what type of room you have, taking outright performance to the next level. As if all this wasn't enough the MRX 1140 8K looks sophisticated and modern with a clean design that cleverly hides the wealth of possibilities within.
Main Features & Specifications
Design: High Performance 8K 15.2 Pre-Amplifier / 11 Channel Amplifier Home Theatre Receiver with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced
Power & Processing
- 11-channel amplifier
- 5 channels rated at 140 watts (Class AB)
- 6 channels rated at 60 watts (Class D)
- Dolby and DTS surround sound decoding
- Dolby Atmos and DTS:X processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theatre sound
- DTS® Virtual:X™ creates three-dimensional effects without height speakers
- IMAX Enhanced reproduces the full dynamic range of specially encoded IMAX soundtracks from compatible sources
- ARC Genesis speaker calibration system helps fine-tune your system to best match your room's acoustics
- Requires installation of free ARC Genesis software on a Mac or PC prior to calibration
- Audiophile-grade 32-bit/768kHz DAC (digital to analogue converter)
- Toroidal power supply ensures low-noise, high-performance picture and sound
- Large front-panel display gives you easy-to-read status updates at a glance
Digital & Streaming
- Built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers
- Built-in Wi-Fi for listening to music from a networked PC, free internet radio, and music services
- Free future firmware update will include support for Spotify and Roon
- Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone or iPad and ask Siri to play Apple Music
- Google Chromecast for wireless music streaming from compatible devices
Multi-Room Audio/Video
- Dual-room/dual-source output
- Amp assign function lets you use the surround back speaker outputs in different configurations like bi-amping the front speakers, or to power Zone 2
- Using powered 2nd-room output allows 9.2-channel sound in main room
- Zone 2 stereo preamp outputs for use with an optional external amplifier
- Zone 2 HDMI output
HDMI
- HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 3 out
- All HDMI connections support 4K/60Hz and 8K/60Hz
- HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
- HDR-compatible for extended picture contrast and brightness with compatible TVs and HDR-encoded content
- Supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
- Supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)
- Supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
- eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV
Connections
- Digital audio inputs: 3 Toslink optical, 2 coaxial
- 5 analogue stereo RCA audio inputs
- 15.2-channel RCA preamp outputs
- Includes 2 discrete subwoofer outputs that can be calibrated independently
- Outputs for 11 speakers (Front L/R, Centre, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height1 L/R, Height2 L/R)
- Full-sized front-panel headphone jack
Interface
- Intuitive browser-based control interface
- Easily turn zones on and off, adjust settings, switch up speaker configurations, and more
- Supports smartphones, tablets, and computer browsers
- Free Anthem Remote app lets you use your phone as a Wi-Fi remote (currently available as public beta)
- Support for IP-based third-party remote control systems
General
- Included Accessories: 1.8m AC Power Cable, Remote Control, "AAA" batteries, 2 Wi-Fi / Bluetooth Antennas, Calibration Mic, Mic Stand, Mic Adapter Bracket, 3m USB-C to USB-A cable, Quick Start Guide, Product Registration Card, Note For Online Manual
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 432 x 166 x 364mm
- Weight: 15.2kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 3 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE