Seven processing channels and five power amps for 8K home cinema
Anthem MRX540 8K is a 7.2-channel A/V receiver with five amplified channels rated at 100 W into 8 ohms, HDMI 2.1 8K, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and ARC Genesis room correction.
The model combines multichannel processing, internal amplification and video management in one component, with 7.2 pre-amplifier channels and five power-amplifier channels. Network streaming, 32-bit/768 kHz DACs, analogue and digital inputs and browser-based control complete a platform designed for home cinema systems without requiring an external power amplifier.
Key features
- 7.2 configuration with five amplified channels rated at 100 W into 8 ohms.
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Vision and IMAX Enhanced.
- ARC Genesis room correction with professional microphone and stand supplied.
- Seven HDMI 2.1 inputs and two outputs with 8K, HDCP 2.3, HDR and ARC/eARC support.
- 32-bit/768 kHz Differential Output DACs and Quad Core DSP.
- Bluetooth 4.2, AirPlay 2, Chromecast Audio, Spotify Connect and Roon.
- Wi-Fi, Ethernet, WebBrowser IP control, RS-232 and IR.
- Six analogue RCA inputs, five digital inputs and pre-out connections.
Amplification and 7.2 configuration
MRX540 8K integrates five power-amplifier channels and handles up to 7.2 pre-amplifier channels. Output is rated at 100 W for each of the five amplified channels into 8 ohms, allowing a complete multichannel system to be built while the pre-outs can be used when additional external amplification is required.
8K video and HDMI
The video section provides seven HDMI 2.1 inputs and two outputs with HDCP 2.3, HDR, BT2020, CEC and 8K signal pass-through. One output supports ARC/eARC audio return: here ARC means Audio Return Channel and is distinct from ARC Genesis room correction.
Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and immersive formats
Decoding includes Dolby Atmos and DTS:X together with Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS Virtual:X and other multichannel formats. Dolby Vision and IMAX Enhanced complete the handling of audio and video content for contemporary home cinema installations.
ARC Genesis
ARC Genesis measures loudspeaker and room response through the calibration microphone and applies targeted correction to the main acoustic anomalies. The kit includes a professional microphone and stand, allowing calibration to reflect loudspeaker placement and the listening position.
Streaming and digital conversion
The platform integrates Bluetooth 4.2, AirPlay 2, Chromecast Audio, Spotify Connect, internet radio and Roon support after update. The D/A converters operate at 32-bit/768 kHz with Differential Output, while the Quad Core DSP handles processing, decoding and multichannel functions.
Inputs, control and integration
Beyond HDMI, there are five digital inputs, two coaxial and three optical, one optical digital output and six analogue RCA inputs. Control is available through the IP WebBrowser interface, RS-232, IR, iOS and Android app and remote control, with a graphical OLED display on the front panel.