Anthem MRX 540 8K 7.2 Channel AV Receiver

The Anthem MRX 540 8K is a 7.2 channel AV receiver that brings Anthem's award-winning engineering to your home cinema at a genuinely accessible price. Five built-in amplifier channels deliver a conservative 100W each into 8 ohms, giving you clean, effortless power for a 5.1 or 5.2 system straight out of the box.

With 7.2 channel processing and pre-amp outputs, you can also build a 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos system by adding a stereo power amplifier for your height speakers. Seven 8K HDMI 2.1 inputs, eARC, Anthem's latest ARC Genesis room correction and built-in AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth streaming complete the package.

If you want serious home cinema performance without stepping up to a flagship price, the MRX 540 8K is the natural starting point in Anthem's MRX range.

FEATURES

• 7.2 CHANNEL PROCESSING: Five built-in amplifier channels at 100W each into 8 ohms (130W into 6 ohms), with 7.2 channel processing for systems up to 5.2.2.
• DOLBY ATMOS & DTS:X: Decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, with Dolby Surround, DTS Neural:X and AnthemLogic upmixing.
• 8K HDMI 2.1: Seven 8K inputs and two outputs including eARC, with 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz passthrough, HDCP 2.3 and HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and HLG.
• NEXT-GEN GAMING: VRR, ALLM and QFT support for smooth, low-latency gaming on the latest consoles and gaming PCs.
• ARC GENESIS ROOM CORRECTION: The newest version of Anthem's award-winning room correction, with a redesigned, more accurate calibration microphone.
• 32-BIT/768kHz DACS: High-performance digital-to-analogue conversion for detailed, dynamic sound from every source.
• WIRELESS STREAMING: Built-in Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth, plus hi-res FLAC, ALAC, WAV and DSD playback.
• CUSTOM INSTALL READY: IP and RS-232 control with drivers for Control4, Savant, Crestron, URC, RTI and ELAN, plus an optional 4U rackmount kit.
• EASY SETUP: Configure everything from the web interface on your phone, tablet or laptop, and use the Anthem Remote app day to day.

Powerful Anthem Amplification

Five high-performance amplifier channels deliver a conservative 100W each into 8 ohms (130W into 6 ohms), so even demanding home cinema speakers sound clean and controlled at high volumes.

Two subwoofer outputs make it easy to add a pair of subwoofers for smoother, more even bass, while 7.2 channel pre-amp outputs give you room to grow with external amplification.

8K HDMI 2.1 for Movies & Gaming

Seven dedicated 8K HDMI inputs and two outputs, including eARC, pass through 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video with HDCP 2.3, so your 4K Blu-ray player, streaming box and games console all connect in one place.

HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and HLG are all supported, along with VRR, ALLM and QFT for smooth, responsive gaming. eARC also lets your TV send high-quality audio, including Dolby Atmos, from its built-in apps back to the receiver.

Immersive Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Sound

The MRX 540 8K decodes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and IMAX Enhanced soundtracks, placing every effect precisely around you. Add a stereo power amplifier and a pair of ceiling speakers and you can run a full 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos system.

Premium 32-bit/768kHz DACs ensure everything from film soundtracks to hi-res music is reproduced with detail, dynamics and clarity.

ARC Genesis Room Correction

Your room has a huge effect on how your speakers sound. Anthem's award-winning ARC Genesis uses a precision calibration microphone and advanced algorithms to measure every speaker and subwoofer, then corrects frequency response, level and phase to fix room problems rather than mask them.

The latest version features a redesigned, more accurate microphone, and you can store up to four profiles for different listening setups.

Built-In Wireless Streaming

Stream music straight to the MRX 540 8K with Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth, with no extra streamer needed.

Hi-res FLAC, ALAC, WAV and DSD files are supported, and AirPlay 2 lets you group the receiver with other AirPlay speakers around your home for multi-room listening.

Simple Setup with the Web Interface

Anthem's web interface lets you configure every setting from a browser on your phone, tablet or laptop, from speaker setup and levels to inputs and listening modes.

Up to 30 virtual inputs let you pair any video source with any audio input and speaker profile, so your system works exactly the way you want.

Ready for Custom Installation

With IP and RS-232 control, the MRX 540 8K integrates seamlessly with Control4, Savant, Crestron, URC, RTI and ELAN control systems, making it a dependable choice for custom installers.

An optional rackmount kit (sold separately) lets you fit it into a standard 19-inch AV rack in 4U of space.

Anthem Remote App

Control volume, inputs, listening modes and ARC from your phone with the free Anthem Remote app, or use the included remote control.

The 6-inch colour front display keeps volume and input information clear at a glance.

What You Get

• 1 x Anthem MRX 540 8K AV Receiver
• 1 x Remote Control (AAA batteries not included on UK models)
• 2 x Wireless Antennas (Wi-Fi / Bluetooth)
• 1 x ARC Genesis Calibration Microphone
• 1 x Mains Power Cable
• 1 x Quick Start Guide

Specifications

• Amplifier Channels: 5
• Power Output: 100W per channel into 8Ω / 130W per channel into 6Ω (two channels driven, 20Hz – 20kHz, 1% THD)
• Speaker Impedance: 4Ω or higher
• Processing Channels: 7.2
• Maximum Speaker Configuration: 5.2.2
• Surround Formats: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Music, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Surround, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced, AnthemLogic Music & Cinema
• Room Correction: ARC Genesis (Anthem Room Correction)
• DAC: 32-bit / 768kHz
• Hi-Res Audio: FLAC, ALAC, WAV, DSD
• HDMI: 7 x Inputs (8K), 2 x Outputs (including eARC)
• HDMI Version: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3, 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz passthrough
• HDR Support: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dynamic HDR
• Gaming Features: VRR, ALLM, QFT
• Analogue Inputs: 5
• Digital Inputs: 3 x Optical, 2 x Coaxial
• Digital Output: 1 x Optical
• Pre-Amplifier Outputs: Yes (7.2)
• Subwoofer Outputs: 2
• Line Output: 1
• Speaker Terminals: 5 pairs (FL, FR, C, SL, SR)
• Zone 2: No
• Pre-Amp Frequency Response: 20Hz – 30kHz (±0.2dB)
• Pre-Amp Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 110dB (IEC-A)
• Pre-Amp THD+N: -100dB
• Wireless Streaming: Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth v4.2
• Network: Wi-Fi, Ethernet
• Control: Anthem Remote app, web interface, IR remote, IP and RS-232 control (Control4, Savant, Crestron, URC, RTI, ELAN)
• Front Display: 6" colour TFT
• USB: 1 x USB-A (service only)
• Construction: Aluminium chassis with machined aluminium faceplate
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 432 x 152 x 364mm (4U with optional rackmount kit)
• Weight: 12.8kg
• Power Consumption: 365W typical, 0.3W standby (1.8W with IP control, 4.9W with HDMI bypass)
• Power Supply: 220 – 240V, 50Hz