Marantz SR7005 7.1 Channel A/V Surround Sound Receiver

The Marantz SR7005 is a premium 7.1-channel A/V receiver developed during a period when Marantz placed strong emphasis on combining audiophile-grade musicality with advanced home theatre capability. Positioned above mainstream AV receivers of its era, the SR7005 featured fully discrete Class A/B amplification, high-current power delivery, HDAM analogue circuitry, and extensive networking functionality designed to appeal equally to music listeners and cinema enthusiasts.

Built around Marantz’s proprietary HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) architecture and current-feedback amplification topology, the SR7005 was engineered to deliver a more refined and natural sonic character than many feature-focused AV receivers. Its massive power transformer and discrete amplifier layout contributed to strong real-world speaker control and impressive stereo performance.

The receiver also introduced extensive network streaming and media functionality for its generation, including DLNA streaming, internet radio, HD Radio, AirPlay readiness, and USB audio playback.

Specifications

Amplification & Processing

• Type: 7.1-channel A/V surround receiver
• Amplifier Topology: Fully discrete Class A/B amplification
• Power Output:
  • 125W per channel into 8Ω
  • (20Hz–20kHz, 0.08% THD, 2 channels driven)
• Surround Processing:
  • Dolby TrueHD
  • Dolby Digital Plus
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
  • DTS-HD High Resolution
  • Dolby Pro Logic IIz
  • Audyssey DSX

Audio Architecture

• DACs:
  • 24-bit / 192kHz Burr-Brown DACs on all channels
• DSP:
  • 32-bit SHARC DSP processor
• Marantz HDAM Modules: Yes
• Current Feedback Topology: Yes

Room Correction & Audio Technologies

• Audyssey MultEQ XT
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume
• Pure Direct mode
• Source Direct mode
• Marantz M-DAX2 compressed audio enhancement

Inputs & Connectivity

HDMI

• HDMI Inputs: 6 (HDMI 1.4a compliant)
• HDMI Outputs: 2
• Video Support:
  • 1080p
  • 3D video pass-through
  • Deep Color
  • x.v.Color
  • Audio Return Channel (ARC)
  • HDMI standby pass-through

Digital Audio Inputs

• 3 × Optical
• 2 × Coaxial

Analogue Inputs

• 7.1-channel analogue input
• Phono MM input
• Multiple stereo RCA inputs
• Front-panel AV input

Outputs

• 7.1-channel pre-outs
• Dual subwoofer pre-outs
• Zone 2 & Zone 3 outputs
• Headphone output

Network & Streaming Features

• Ethernet networking
• DLNA streaming support
• Internet radio
• Pandora / Napster / Rhapsody support (region dependent at launch)
• HD Radio tuner
• AirPlay-ready (firmware update support)
• Front USB input for iPod/iPhone/USB playback

Speaker Configuration Features

• Front Height speaker support
• Front Wide speaker support
• Bi-amping capability
• Multi-zone audio capability

In practical listening, the SR7005 earned a reputation for sounding noticeably more refined and musical than many AV receivers in its class. Community discussions frequently highlight:

• its strong stereo music performance,
• substantial power supply,
• smooth tonal balance,
• and effective speaker control.

Its fully discrete amplification and HDAM circuitry helped distinguish it from more mass-market competitors, particularly in two-channel music playback where many users felt it behaved more like a traditional hi-fi amplifier than a conventional home theatre receiver.

Although limited to HDMI 1.4-era video standards and lacking modern 4K/HDMI 2.1 capability, the SR7005 remains respected for its audio performance and build quality. Many enthusiasts continue using it successfully by routing modern video sources directly to displays while relying on the receiver primarily for audio duties.

A classic Marantz AV receiver combining audiophile-inspired analogue design, powerful Class A/B amplification, and highly musical home theatre performance.

Condition: Good

Colour: Black

NOTE: This product does not include the original packaging, remote or additional accessories