Large, zoomable image of Integra - Research 11.2-Channel Network A/V Preamp - Black. 1 of 4Integra’s Research Series reflects the unwavering quality and commitment the company has continually demonstrated in producing the finest in home entertainment products. All Research Series models encompass next-gen features including Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X™, MQA decoding, Tidal, Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) for noiseless signal processing on all channels and the latest generation of Integra’s AccuEQ featuring AccuReflex Phase Alignment technology that ensures object-based surround-sound formats are reproduced with unmatched clarity.
 

Quite simply the ultimate all-in-one solution for 11-channel object-based sound: prodigious driving power for floor standing speaker layouts, full-scale dynamics, and breathtakingly clear imaging for your theater room with fully integrated AV entertainment throughout the home!

Integra’s Research Series reflects the unwavering quality and commitment the company has continually demonstrated in producing the finest in home entertainment products. All Research Series models encompass next-gen features including Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X™, MQA decoding, Tidal, Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) for noiseless signal processing on all channels and the latest generation of Integra’s AccuEQ featuring AccuReflex Phase Alignment technology that ensures object-based surround-sound formats are reproduced with unmatched clarity.

For those looking for powerful components for custom installations, the DRC-R1 has the dynamic processing capability and features the discerning customer is seeking. The DRC-R1 comes fully equipped to handle DTS:X™ and Dolby Atmos® formats up to 7.2.4 channels and is THX® Ultra2™ Plus certified. 11.2 multichannel pre-outs as well as gold-plated XLR pre-outs ensure power amplifiers are driven without compromise — maximizing sound quality.

The DRC-R1 is ready to serve up your favorite tunes with ease. Connected to your home network, you can use Airplay to enjoy the audio from your iPhone®, iPod touch®, iPad® and PCs with iTunes. Also built-in are Spotify Connect and streaming services such as Pandora, Deezer, Sirius/XM Internet Radio, Slacker and TuneIn, and the receiver is DLNA compatible so you can stream audio from your home network.

The DRC-R1 features an overabundance of Zone 2 and 3 capabilities. Internal digital sources such as Pandora, Sirius/XM, Slacker and Spotify, as well as external sources connected via HDMI, Coax and Toslink, are available in Zone 2 and 3 – making it easy to share your favorite tunes throughout the house. Available HDMI matrix switching for Zone 2 and 3 allow you to do things like watch/listen to you favorite Blu-ray disc movie in the Main Zone while simultaneously watching/listening to the Cable or Satellite box in Zone 2 or 3. Use the free Integra Remote app to fully control both Zone 2 and 3 functions from your fingertips- whether you need to use the internal amplifier or want to use the RCA outputs to a secondary (or third) amp like the ADM-20.4 for even more power- the DRC-R1 has you covered with plenty of flexibility and ease-of-use.

As with every Integra product, they are assembled with hand selected parts – picked for their audiophile quality and acoustically transparent characteristics; all of this nestled away inside of a newly designed highly rigid anti-resonant chassis.