Sony ES STR-AZ3000ES 9.2 Channel Surround Receiver w/ Atmos, BT, Airplay 2

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Experience Exceptional Performance with Sony STR-AZ3000ES

Take your home theater to the next level with Sony's 9.2 CH 8K A/V Receiver, showcasing the renowned ES quality. Specifically designed for integrators, it offers optimal configurability, versatile connectivity, and advanced IP control for seamless integration with leading control systems. The STR-AZ3000ES is the complete package, delivering outstanding audio/visual performance and installation-friendly features.

Unmatched ES Audio Quality

With a powerful 120 watts, the STR-AZ3000ES delivers cinematic sound, providing crystal-clear music reproduction, immersive object-based surround sound, and comprehensive support for advanced audio technologies like Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and 360 Reality Audio.

Seamless 8K & 4K/120Hz Compatibility

Experience seamless 8K and 4K/120Hz visuals from source to screen, courtesy of its four 8K and 4K/120 HDMI inputs, HDCP 2.3 compatibility, and dual HDMI outputs (totaling 6 inputs and 2 outputs). HDMI 2.1 support guarantees minimal latency, making it perfect for gaming, with features like Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).

Tailored for Custom Integration

Thoughtfully designed with integrators in mind, the STR-AZ3000ES offers tailored configurability, flexible connectivity, and holds the "Works with SONOS" certification. Itseamlessly integrates with leading control and remote monitoring systems like Control4, Savant, Crestron, and OvrC, making it an ideal choice for customized installations.

Immersive 360 Spatial Sound

Sony's exclusive 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology, coupled with the newly developed auto-calibration technology Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX, creates an immersive sound field that dynamically adjusts to your space, offering a captivating audio experience like no other.

Sony STR-AZ3000ES Specifications

Interface

Input and Output Terminals:

• Composite Monitor Out: 2
• Opt: 2
• Coax.: 1
• Analog Audio In: 4
• Pre Out (Subwoofer): 2
• USB Front(ver) / Rear(ver): 1/0
• Ethernet Port (Power over Ethernet): 1(0)

HDMI Supporting HDCP2.2 In/Out

• HDMI Input Supporting HDCP2.2(Front): 6(0)
• HDMI Output Supporting HDCP2.2: 2

Speaker Output Terminals

• Front A
• Center
• Surround

Auto Speaker Calibration Calibration Features:

• D.C.A.C. IX / D.C.A.C. EX / Advanced D.C.A.C. / D.C.A.C.: D.C.A.C. IX
• Speaker Relocation: Yes
• Phantom Surround Back: Yes
• Automatic Phase Matching: Yes
• Calibration Mic: Stereo

Decoding Format for HDMI

• DSD: Yes (Up to 2.8MHz 5.1ch)
• LPCM: Yes (Up to 192kHz/24 bit 7.1ch)
• DTS HD MA / DTS HD HR: Yes/Yes
• Dolby TrueHD/Dolby Digital Plus: Yes/Yes
• DTS / DTS-ES (Matrix6.1 / Discrete6.1): Yes/Yes
• DTS 96/24: Yes
• DTS:X: Yes
• Dolby Dual Mono: Yes
• Dolby Atmos: Yes

Decoding Format for USB/Network Client Hi-Res Format:

• DSDIFF(DSD), DSF, WAV(LPCM), AIFF(LPCM), FLAC, ALAC

Custom Install & Control Features Zone2 Audio:

• 2nd A: Speaker(Variable) / Line (Variable, Fixed) / HDMI(Fixed) IR Repeat (In/Out):
• Yes(1/2)

General Features

• Power Consumption: 440W
• GUI (Graphical User Interface): Yes
• Power Requirement: 120V 60Hz
• Auto Standby: Yes
• Attachment: Calibration microphone, Calibration mic stand, FM wire antenna, AC power cord, Remote control, R03 (size-AAA) batteries, Front cover

Size & Weight

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 430x194x440mm
• Weight: 19.0kg

Video Features

• A/V SYNC: Yes(Variable)
• 4K 60p 4:4:4 Support: Yes
• 3D over HDMI: Yes
• HDR (High Dynamic Range): Yes(HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, Dolby Vision)
• Audio Return Channel: Yes
• BRAVIA® SYNC™ (CEC Control): Yes (System Audio Control, System Power Off, RC Pass Through, Language Follow, One-Touch Play)
• 4K Output: HDMI Video Output Capability: 8K, 4K, 1080p, 1080/24p, Deep Color (up to 36 bit), Triluminous Color (xvYCC)
• HDMI™ Pass Through: Standby Through: Yes

Audio Features

• Sound Enhancement Technologies: Pure Direct, DSD Native Playback, Center Speaker Lift Up, In-Ceiling Speaker Mode

Network Connectivity

• Network features: Bluetooth Receiver, Bluetooth Transmitter, Wi-Fi
• Spotify Connect: Yes

Amplifier

• Power Output: Front: 120W + 120W (8ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.9%)
• Speaker Impedance: 4ohms-16ohms

Sound Field

• 2ch Stereo, Direct, Auto Format Decoding, Multi Stereo, Audio Enhancer

Tuner Features

• FM/AM: Yes/-
• Preset Channel (Sirius/XM/FM/AM): TTL30 (30/0)