Anthem's flagship receiver is an A/V masterpiece
Anthem's top-of-the-line receiver just got an 8K upgrade — all 10 HDMI connections (7 in and 3 out) support 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz. The MRX 1140 8K doesn't skimp on audio quality either — it offers exceptional signal processing, amplification, and room correction, along with an advanced digital to audio converter. It also has a fantastic web-based control system, allowing you to set up and control your system from your computer or smart device.
Enjoy theater-quality Atmos surround sound at home
The MRX 1140 8K is capable of driving up to 11 speakers at the same time. That means you can power an ultra-immersive 7.2.4-channel Dolby Atmos or DTS:X™ system, with up to four upward-firing or in-ceiling speakers for overhead effects.
Plenty of power for each channel
Five of the receiver's channels are rated at 140 watts (Class AB amplification) and are well-suited for high-performance stand-mount or floor-standing speakers.
The other six channels are rated at 60 watts (Class D), which is plenty of power for surround and overhead channels that reproduce less-demanding portions of a movie's soundtrack.
A high-quality toroidal power supply helps ensure top-notch sound from each channel.
High resolution video and audio quality
The MRX1140 8K's HDMI 2.1 connections allow 8K video passthrough or 4K at an ultra-smooth 120Hz refresh rate. These connections also support HDR (High Dynamic Range) formats like Dolby Vision, so you'll be able to maintain premium picture quality from your UHD Blu-ray player or next-gen game console through to your TV. With eARC (enhanced Audio Return Channel), it can also receive uncompressed audio signals — including Dolby Atmos — from your eARC-equipped TV.
Music will sound exceptional, as well, thanks to the audiophile-grade 32-bit/768kHz DAC.
Intuitive web-based controls
One of the features that makes Anthem's receivers stand out from the crowd is their user-friendly control interface. Access it from a web browser or download the new Anthem Remote app (currently available as a public beta). You can adjust settings, select inputs, toggle Anthem Room Correction, and more.
Advanced room calibration with ARC Genesis
The MRX 1140 8K includes the company's own highly regarded ARC (Anthem Room Correction) Genesis software — one of the industry's best room-correction platforms.
ARC Genesis measures the acoustics of your room with the included microphone, and then fine-tunes the output of your system to match the unique sonic characteristics of your space. The resulting sound is clear, smooth, and ultra-detailed, with tight bass and high-impact dynamics.
Note:You'll need to install the free ARC Genesis software on your Mac® or PC prior to calibration.
Product highlights:
Power and 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 theater 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 analog 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 and streaming music options:
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 (bi-amp the front speakers or 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 features:
HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 3 out
all HDMI connections support 4K/120Hz 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
Other connections:
digital audio inputs: 3 Toslink optical, 2 coaxial
5 analog 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, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height1 L/R, Height2 L/R)
full-sized front-panel headphone
Other info:
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
