Anthem MRX 540 8K Elite 5.2ch AV Receiver
Anthem has a reputation for creating high-performance home theatre receivers that put sound quality above all else. The MRX 540 8K is an excellent choice for those looking to create a traditional high-performance 5.1 home cinema system with superb A/V processing, premium amplification and exceptional room calibration – with MRX 540 8K your money is going where it matters, not into extra channels of power that will go unused.
Plenty of power for each channel
MRX 540's 5 channels are rated at 100 watts (Class AB amplification) and are well-suited for high-performance stand-mount or floor-standing speakers.
Advanced 8K Video processing
MRX 540 8K is fully compatible with the latest HDMI specifications, boasting 7 dedicated HDMI 2.1 inputs supporting 4K/120Hz and 8K/60Hz pass-through and 3 HDMI outputs with eARC, you can enjoy the highest quality video from all of your source. The latest HDMI technology, allows you to take your home entertainment to the next level with HDR10+, ALLM, VRR, QMS and QFT support.
Advanced room calibration with ARC Genesis
The Anthem MRX 540 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 best match the unique sonic characteristics of your space. The resulting sound is clear, smooth, and ultra-detailed, with tight bass and impactful dynamics.
Note: You'll need to install the free ARC Genesis software on your Mac® or PC prior to calibration.
Versatile music streaming options
Connect MRX 540 to your network via wi-fi or Ethernet and stream from your music app of choice including Spotify Connect. Compatible with AirPlay 2 and Google Chromecast, the MRX 540 works with most music apps available on Apple and Android smartphone and tablet devices. As an alternative Bluetooth provides a quick and easy wireless link to any smartphone, tablet or computer.
Premium digital processing
Featuring premium 32 bit/768kHz, differential-output DACs (Digital to Analogue Convertors), the MRX 540 decodes digital signals to the highest standards. These high-resolution DACs don’t miss a breath of the action and make both movies and music sound scintillating
Certified for IMAX Enhanced
A partnership between IMAX, DTS and award-winning Hollywood sound mixers delivers a stunning new sound format – IMAX Enhanced. Only the highest quality home cinema equipment meets the standard, with IMAX enhanced content available on HDR streaming and UHD Blu-ray disc.
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 on your computer or smart device, and easily turn zones on and off, adjust settings, alter speaker configurations, and more.
Anthem MRX 540 8K 5.2ch AV Receiver Key Features
5-channel amplifier
Dolby and DTS surround sound decoding
32-Bit/768 kHz DAC
IMAX Enhanced
ARC Genesis room correction
Audiophile-grade 32-bit/768kHz DAC (digital to analogue converter)
Bluetooth / AirPlay 2 / Google Chromecast built-in
Spotify Connect
HDMI 2.1 / HDCP 2.3 – 7 HDMI inputs – 3 outputs with eARC
HDR supports HDR10, Dolby Vision & HLG
7.2ch pre-outs
Anthem MRX 540 8K 5.2ch AV Receiver
PREAMPLIFIER |
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Maximum Output (<0.1% THD) |
5.2 Vrms, subwoofer channel 7.1 Vrms |
Frequency Response |
20 Hz — 30 kHz (+0, -0.2 dB) |
THD+N (2 Vrms output) |
-100 dB |
S/N Ratio (2 Vrms output, IEC-A filter) |
110 dB |
PREAMPLIFIER + AMPLIFIER (1 W OUTPUT) |
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MRX 540 |
SNR: 91 dB channels 1-5 |
Speaker impedance |
4 ohms or higher |
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS OUTPUT (1% THD) |
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Channels 1-5, Two Driven into 8 Ohms |
100 W |
Channels 1-5, Two Driven into 6 Ohms |
130 W |
POWER CONSUMPTION |
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Typical Load |
365 W |
Standby |
0.3 W |
Standby IP Control Enabled |
1.8 W |
Standby HDMI Bypass Enabled |
4.9 W |
DIMENSIONS |
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Height |
15.24 cm |
Height with Rackmount Kit |
4U |
Width |
43.18 cm |
Depth (not including power cord) |
36.4 cm |
WEIGHT |
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MRX 540 |
12.8 kg |
POWER REQUIREMENT |
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220-240 V version: |
In countries where the line voltage is 220, 230, or 240 V, this product operates from a single phase AC power source that supplies between 198 V and 264 V at a frequency of 50 Hz. |