I bought one of these (https://www.marantz.com/en-us/product/av-receivers/cinema70s) to use as a pre-pro, as it has a full set of pre-outs. I might use some of the amp channels if I add surrounds to my system later. All I need is reliable HDMI and audio switching for an Xbox, Apple TV, Nintendo Switch and Sonos Port. The previous solution had an HDMI switcher and lots of complaints from the kids when things didn't work.
So does it do the job? Yes!
I can set all the channels to pre-out only, there is a reassuring click of relays, and the amps don't seem to turn on based on a simple "hand on top cover" test after an hour of watching content.
Sorry for lack of measurements, it's doing duty in the family room.
Subjectively, it sounds fine.
So does it do the job? Yes!
I can set all the channels to pre-out only, there is a reassuring click of relays, and the amps don't seem to turn on based on a simple "hand on top cover" test after an hour of watching content.
Sorry for lack of measurements, it's doing duty in the family room.
Subjectively, it sounds fine.