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Marantz Cinema 70s S2 | 7.2-Channel AV Receiver with Dolby Atmos

  • Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 AV receiver front panel in black with circular OLED display and dual control knobs
  • Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 AV surround receiver angled view showing slim profile and textured side panels
  • Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 AV receiver rear panel showing 7 HDMI inputs, HDMI output, speaker terminals, phono input, pre-outputs, and network connections

CINEMA 70S S2

$2,000.00
$2,000.00

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Product Overview

CINEMA 70s SERIES 2 is engineered to elevate everything you love about movies—from thrilling action and crisp dialogue to epic scores—all in a compact, slimline design. Built on decades of engineering expertise and a passion for exceptional sound, this versatile 7-channel AV receiver delivers immersive home entertainment. Featuring an upgraded 32-bit 8-channel DAC with Dolby Atmos support and 6 HDMI ports, including eARC, with Powered by HEOS™ and optional Dirac Live room correction, CINEMA 70s SERIES 2 ensures unforgettable home theater experiences—even in smaller spaces.

Specifications

Multichannel Surround

DTS-HD / DTS:X / DTS:X Pro: Yes / Yes / No

DTS Neo:6 / DTS Neural:X: No / Yes

DTS Virtual:X: Yes

IMAX Enhanced: No

Dolby TrueHD / Dolby Atmos: Yes / Yes

Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Yes

Dolby Atmos Music: Yes

Dolby Pro Logic II / Dolby Surround: No / Yes

Multichannel Stereo: Yes

Maximum Processing (Preamp) Channels: 7.1

Sound Enhancements

Discrete Power Amplifier: Yes

Power Transformer: EI

Pure Direct: Yes

Audyssey: MultEQ XT

Audyssey Dynamic EQ: Yes

Audyssey Dynamic Volume: Yes

Subwoofer Mode: Standard

Dirac Live Upgradeable: Yes

Compressed Audio Enhancer: MDAX2

Copper-Plated Chassis: No

Network & Streaming

HEOS Multi-Room & Streaming: Yes

HEOS Multi-Room Integrated: Yes

Bluetooth Headphone Re-Transmit: Yes

Bluetooth Transmitter Volume Control: Yes

Network Audio Sharing: Yes

AirPlay: AirPlay 2

Internet Radio: TuneIn

Spotify Connect: Yes

TIDAL Connect: Yes

Qobuz Connect: Yes

Roon Ready: Yes

Pandora: Yes

SiriusXM: Yes

Other Streaming Services: Amazon Music, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, Deezer, iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, Mood Mix

Lossy Audio Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC

Lossless Audio Formats: FLAC up to 192 kHz/24-bit, WAV up to 192 kHz/24-bit, ALAC up to 192 kHz/24-bit

DSD Audio Streaming: 2.8 MHz / 5.6 MHz

Gapless Playback: FLAC, WAV, ALAC, DSD

Smartphone Apps: Marantz AVR Remote, HEOS

Tablet Compatibility: Android, iOS, Amazon Kindle

Wi-Fi: Yes

Bluetooth: Yes

Ethernet: Yes

HDMI & Video

HDMI Inputs: 6 rear / 0 front

HDMI Outputs: 1 Main

HDCP 2.3: Yes

HDMI Scaling: 1080p/4K to 8K

8K/60Hz Support: Yes

4K/120Hz Support: Yes

8K/60Hz & 4K/120Hz Pass-Through: 3 inputs / 1 output, up to 40 Gbps

eARC / ARC: Yes / Yes

HDR: Yes

HLG: Yes

Dolby Vision: Yes

HDR10+: Yes

Dynamic HDR: Yes

ALLM: Yes

Variable Refresh Rate (VRR): Yes

Quick Frame Transport (QFT): Yes

Quick Media Switching (QMS): No

AMD FreeSync: Yes, HDMI inputs 4-6

3D Signal Pass-Through: Yes

HDMI Pass-Through in Standby: Yes

HDMI-CEC: Yes

Auto LipSync: Yes

DSD Audio via HDMI: No

HDMI Diagnostics: Yes

Multi-Room & Custom Integration

Multi-Room Zones: 2

HEOS Link Compatibility: IR / IP

Zone Audio Sources: Optical/Coaxial (2-channel), Network, USB, Analog

Zone HDMI Audio Source: No

Zone Speaker Output: Yes

Zone Pre-Out: Yes

Zone HDMI Output: No

IP Control: Yes

RS-232 Control: No

Web Control: Yes

App Control: Yes

IR Flasher Input: Yes

Marantz Remote Bus: Yes

DC Trigger Output: 1

Inputs & Outputs

HDMI In / Out: 6 / 1

Analog Inputs / Outputs: 3 / 0

Phono Input: Yes, MM

Optical Digital Input: 1

Coaxial Digital Input: 1

Multi-Room Analog Output: 1

Multi-Room Digital Output: 0

Multichannel Pre-Out: 7.2-channel

Subwoofer Outputs: 2

Speaker Terminals: 7

Speaker Terminal Type: Regular screw terminals

Speaker A/B: Assignable

Bi-Amp Drive: Assignable

Multi-Room Speaker Terminals: Assignable

Front USB: Yes

Front HDMI: No

Front Analog Audio: No

Front Composite Video: No

Front Optical Digital: No

USB Audio: Yes

Made for iPod / iPhone: No / No

AM/FM Tuner: Yes

Amplifier

Number of Power Amplifiers: 7

Power Output, 8 Ohms: 50 W per channel
20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2 channels driven

Power Output, 6 Ohms: 70 W per channel
1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 2 channels driven

Setup & Control

Automatic Speaker Setup: Audyssey MultEQ XT

Dirac Live: Upgradeable

Front Display: Porthole OLED

On-Screen Interface: Modern HD GUI

GUI Languages: 3

Setup Assistant: Yes

Smart Select: Yes

Network Firmware Updates: Yes

USB Firmware Updates: Yes

Variable Crossover: Yes

Optimized Bass Redirection: Yes

Bass Sync: No

ECO Mode: Yes

Auto Power Off: Yes

Sleep Timer: Yes

General

Metal Front Panel: No

System Remote Control: RC055SR

Power Consumption: 250 W

No-Sound Power Consumption: 30 W ECO On / 40 W ECO Off

Standby Power Consumption: 0.2 W

CEC Standby Consumption: 0.5 W

Network Standby Consumption: Less than 2.0 W

Dimensions with Antenna Horizontal (W × D × H): 17.4 × 15.1 × 4.3 in.

Dimensions with Antenna Vertical (W × D × H): 17.4 × 15.1 × 7.0 in.

Dimensions without Antenna (W × D × H): 17.4 × 14.7 × 4.3 in.

Weight: 19.2 lbs.

What's in the Box

Main unit, remote control, batteries, AM/FM antennas, wire labels, Quick Start Guide, Audyssey calibration microphone, cardboard microphone stand, two external detachable antennas, and AC power cord.

Features

  • 7.2-channel slimline AV receiver
  • Dolby Atmos immersive audio
  • HDMI eARC connectivity
  • 50W per channel amplification
  • Compact, elegant Marantz design
  • Built for movies, music and gaming
  • Powered by HEOS™

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Form factor Slimline Full-size Full-size
Power (8Ω, 2ch) 50W 100W 110W
Power (6Ω, 2ch) 70W 140W 150W
Power amplifiers 7 7 9
HDAM SA2 No Yes Yes
Current Feedback Topology No Yes Yes
Max processing channels 7.1 7.1 11.4
Multichannel pre-out 7.2 7.2 11.4
Subwoofer outputs 2 2 (parallel) 4 (independent)
DAC Single Cirrus Logic 32-bit Single Cirrus Logic 32-bit Dual Cirrus Logic 32-bit
Clock Jitter Reducer No No Yes
Audyssey MultEQ XT MultEQ XT MultEQ XT32 with LFC
Dirac Live Yes — Room Correction only Yes — Room Correction only Yes — Room Correction, Bass Control, Active Room Treatment
IMAX Enhanced No No Yes
Auro-3D No No Yes
360 Reality Audio / MPEG-H No No Yes
Dolby Atmos Yes Yes Yes (incl. Channel Expander)
DTS:X Yes Yes Yes
HDMI inputs 6 (3 at 8K/60, 40Gbps) 6 (3 at 8K/60, 40Gbps) 6 (all at 8K/60, 40Gbps)
HDMI outputs 1 (eARC only) 2 3 (incl. Zone 2)
Zone 2 HDMI output No No Yes
eARC Yes Yes Yes
Analog inputs 3 4 5
Digital inputs 1 optical / 1 coaxial 2 optical / 2 coaxial 2 optical / 2 coaxial
Phono (MM) Yes Yes Yes
Metal front panel No No Yes
Gold-plated terminals No No Yes
Speaker terminals 7 7 11
RS232 control No No Yes
HEOS / AirPlay 2 / Roon Ready Yes Yes Yes
Max power consumption 250W 650W 680W

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2?

The Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 is a slimline 7-channel AV receiver delivering 50W per channel. It supports Dolby Atmos, DTS, HEOS streaming, 8K HDMI, and optional Dirac Live Room Correction in a compact 4.3-inch-tall chassis. The Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 is available at Trutone Electronics in Mississauga, Ontario

How slim is the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2?

The Cinema 70s Series 2 measures just 4.3 inches tall, making it ideal for media cabinets and installations with limited shelf space. Despite its slim design, it provides seven-channel amplification, Dolby Atmos, HEOS, and Dirac Live support.

What is new on the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 compared to the original Cinema 70s?

The Cinema 70s Series 2 adds a 32-bit Cirrus Logic 8-channel DAC, optional Dirac Live Room Correction, 1440p HDMI passthrough, and AMD FreeSync support. Dirac Live is one of the most significant upgrades over the original Cinema 70s.

Does the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 support Dirac Live?

Yes. The Cinema 70s Series 2 supports optional Dirac Live Room Correction. Dirac Live Bass Control and Active Room Treatment are not supported and are reserved for higher models in the Cinema Series 2 lineup.

How much power does the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 deliver?

The Cinema 70s Series 2 delivers 50W per channel into 8 ohms with two channels driven. It has seven built-in amplifier channels and supports up to 7.1-channel processing, including a 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos speaker configuration.

How does the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 compare to the Cinema 60 Series 2?

The Cinema 70s Series 2 delivers 50W per channel in a slimline chassis, while the Cinema 60 Series 2 delivers 100W per channel and uses HDAM-SA2 modules with Current Feedback amplification. The Cinema 70s S2 is better suited to installations where space is a priority.

What HDMI connectivity does the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 offer?

The Cinema 70s Series 2 has six HDMI inputs and one HDMI output with eARC. Three HDMI inputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz passthrough for compatible TVs, gaming consoles, and video sources.

What audio formats does the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 support?

The Cinema 70s Series 2 supports Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS, DTS-HD, DTS Neural, and DTS Virtual for immersive surround sound.

Who is the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 best suited for?

The Cinema 70s Series 2 is ideal for apartments, smaller home theatres, living rooms, and media cabinets where space is limited. It combines a slim chassis with Dolby Atmos, 8K HDMI, HEOS streaming, and optional Dirac Live Room Correction.

Can the Marantz Cinema 70s Series 2 power a Dolby Atmos system?

Yes. Its seven built-in amplifier channels can power a 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos speaker system. The Cinema 70s Series 2 also provides 7.2-channel pre-outs for adding external amplification when needed.