Anthem AVM 70 8K Review | This was the missing piece in my theater...

[@kellywilliamson2187]

I used all the XLR inputs for the first time ever and I am very pleased with the quality of the cables and solid connection that lock in with a nice solid feel.

[@GunnyPhillips]

I just bought the AVM70 as well. Coming from the Marantz world, I was extremely impressed with the sound quality, even before running ARC, which brought it to an even better performance level. My general observations seem to mirror yours. I love its performance but my AV7702 mkII did do a better job with the menu and OSD. I had the same experience with both the bass and overall loudness. One other thing I had issues with was getting the unit to perform a firmware update. I finally got it done but it was anything but intuitive. The good news is Anthem could make this unit even better with future firmware updates. Great unit. Congrats!

[@Upscaled_HT]

I should have been more clear about the loudness. It’s like reference on my receiver would be 0db and in the anthem I’m getting the same volume at -10db. I just need to mentally recalibrate my expectations.

[@bombclat]

@@Upscaled_HT

[@bombclat]

Just purchased agree sound excellent but remote horrible in controlling volume, response very slow and erratic.@@Upscaled_HT

[@UncleKarlito]

I think you hit the nail on the head with law of diminishing returns, the AVM 70 is probably providing 90% of the experience a Trinnov would but for 20% of the price. I love my Anthem MRX 740 but really would like to have an independent second sub output. That plus mine being HDMI 2.0 has me looking hard at an AVM70 or MRX1140. With this current sale I am really fighting the urge to get the AVM 70 8K for $3400 or just getting the HDMI 2.0 version for $2600.

[@Upscaled_HT]

How many speakers are in your setup?

[@nonametofame]

I own both, so I'd say an Anthem Pre-pro gets you about 75% to a Trinnov. 3D rempapping, the software processing power, and optimization on the latter is next level, although not worth its retail asking price. You need to shop secondhand like Upscaled to make it worth it. Keep your eye out for AVM 70 8ks. I just scooped up an open box 8k like the OP did for $2560. The outlet units will reflect the current sale price, which ends Mar 31st

[@derekhoshaw3072]

@@nonametofame where did you get a avm 70 8k for $2560

[@nonametofame]

@@derekhoshaw3072 On Audio Advice, I was able to combine a coupon and a cashback/credit card rebate. The open box price was around $3k because of the recent sale. It seemed that Audio Advice and Crutchfield were the best places to find an open box during a sale.

[@derekhoshaw3072]

@@nonametofame dang missed that

[@pradeeps5557]

Great Pesntation My Son, From India

[@SealedOrPorted]

Congratulations on your purchase. I look forward to hearing more about adjustments and fine tuning you make with ARC-g as you become more accustomed to what it does and how it sounds. It is noteworthy that the outputs are hotter than popular brands, thus -0 is not the industry reference point of 85 db. You might use a SPL to find reference. Most people claim it is -17 to -15. Many listen comfortably at around -24 which still gives plenty of sonic power.

[@Upscaled_HT]

I’ve settled on -25ish and find it comfortable. I hope to be posting those videos in the coming weeks.

[@dbascur2]

i just bought an AVM70 8k from crutchfield also. This thing sounds excellent out of the box. I have not ran ARC just yet as im waiting my rear speaker amp to come in.

[@Upscaled_HT]

Enjoy!

[@ballstadt]

You made the right choice going with Anthem over Emotiva. Anthem actually finishes their software/firmware updates and fixes all the bugs before abandoning a product and starting to work on the next version. I've had 3 Emotiva processors and none ever ended up being what was promised when purchased. They're not good with the software side, though I still use their amps.

[@Upscaled_HT]

I always thought the Anthem looked more polished. I love their amps though. No complaints there.

[@ballstadt]

@@Upscaled_HT Yep, I have two Emotiva amps here as well. I just don't trust any of their products that require software. Also, wondering how you've found ARC after a year. Personally I've found it much better/more customizable than Dirac, though admittedly my Dirac experience was a base version on an XMC-1. I love ARC and the ability to store 4 speaker presets and 4 correction presets and recall them individually as an automatic part of the input selected.

[@enigmascv]

Enjoy the ride! Great find!

[@Upscaled_HT]

Thank you. It was just dumb luck I guess but I’m quite pleased.

[@stephenphillips1660]

Looks like a great processor for the money. Is that Elite screen you showed a 165"? Does your projector have enough light output for that?

[@Upscaled_HT]

6050ub has 2600 lumens. I may have to run at high power but it should be ok. Using a 1.3 gain screen too. It's another reason I didn't want to go for an acoustically transparent screen with speakers behind it because they tend to have lower gain.

[@dumisanigoba7709]

That's a top notch processor congrats. Oh by the way did you trade your zappiti for the zidoo in your rack.

[@colinmcauliffe-pp4si]

I upgraded from a Yamaha a2a receiver to the anthem avm70 and what a difference I agree you have to play around with the bass setting to get the best out of your subs the anthem I found doesn't set your subs up as well as the Yamaha but like you said you can turn the subs up with a laptop or computer.great video.

[@Upscaled_HT]

Thank you! Tuning the bass was pretty painless.

[@colinmcauliffe-pp4si]

@@Upscaled_HT thank you yeah its easy as long as have a computer or laptop near by as the Yamaha a2a does it easier with the remote control on the tv screen but the anthem you can beat it for sound.

[@colinmcauliffe-pp4si]

you will be happy with the anthem and if you game my ps5 works fine on it.

[@desuhunachew2805]

Great explanation.Thank you.I have Anthem avm 70 my amp monoprice monolitch 7x200w onkyo pa-MC5500 9 channal THX.My speakers klipsch r28f center rc64iii all surround rs62ii (4x)and rp250(x2) polk audio r80i(4x).My question i want by wire or by amp connection to use for my LCR speakers becouse they have 4 terminals each I have extra amp Denon avr x 6500h.Can i used as by amp or by wire better sound for my LCR does not affect Anthem avm70.Thank you for your time.

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

Nice. I am the proud owner of an AVM20, and it's time....This is on my short list. Considering I paid $3k 20 years ago for the AVM20, and current inflation, even at retail this unit is a bargain!

[@Upscaled_HT]

It really packs a lot of value.

[@almac2323]

How are you able to duplicate channels? You said you were going to add more speakers then 15 in your room. How is this possible with a 15 channel processor?

[@Upscaled_HT]

You use a rca or Xlr cable splitter.

[@czwhat328]

Did ARC kill your bass? I have the AVM 90 and after arc I have lost all my bass output. The vocals and surrounds are way better though.

[@Upscaled_HT]

I didn’t even try without arc but yeah it does kill bass.

[@CaptainTechReview]

There are a few things that contribute to this.. correct setup before running ARC can help prevent "losing bass", but need to know more about your setups to better advise.

[@tainle]

using RCA preout do you get white noise or static noise from LCR speakers?

[@Upscaled_HT]

Not that I can hear.

[@RayDogMark1]

Hey! I also just upgraded from a Pioneer elite to a AVM 70. :)

[@Upscaled_HT]

Great minds!

[@krupkake1]

I haven’t made the plunge into a separate pre/pro yet, I’m using a receiver with all external amps, but I too am using def tech speakers (STL and cs9080). Have you been eyeing the new line that was just announced?

[@Upscaled_HT]

The new bipolar ones. They’re a slight upgrade. Extra driver in the rear and an upgraded tweeter. I think it has a built Dsp for the powered sub. I won’t be upgrading but I bet they sound good. Def tech is the sole company keeping up bipolar speakers from disappearing. I for one like the increased soundstage they provide.

[@robo3412]

@@Upscaled_HT Do you find your ARC-G speaker distance being inflated due to the bipolar feature set (30ft)?

[@Upscaled_HT]

@@robo3412 All the distances I have seen are reasonable and nothing out out of the ordinary.

[@robo3412]

@@Upscaled_HT Ok. From a sound perspective…things are great. I just wonder why my distances look wacky.

[@Upscaled_HT]

@@robo3412 did you re-run Arc and get the same results?

[@greenfatman]

Anthem has a sell on AVM 70 for $3399 until the end of March 😁

[@Upscaled_HT]

Great deal!

[@mauriciob8260]

Congratulation for your new equipment , a good big plus if you instead decide for a processor that included AURO 3D , which is way more better than Dolby Atmos and you can upmixing with any movie feature Dolby Atmos / surround or Dts /X

[@Upscaled_HT]

Thank you. I've heard a lot of good things about Auro 3D. I definitely need to experience that.

[@Laissez_Faire]

You might have the volume processing on. It might be Dolby volume. It makes things sound louder

[@Upscaled_HT]

I’ll try that. Thank you!

[@johnsmith-qz4bv]

congrats on your purchase ..

[@Upscaled_HT]

Thank you!

[@droski33]

Just paid 2600 for mine delivered. Freakin pumped!

[@Upscaled_HT]

That's a bargain! Enjoy!

[@carlosr.2027]

I’m having hard time updating the firmware via Ethernet I’m trying the Wi-Fi route but that not working is there a quick tip how to upgrade firmware

[@arisio58]

imax enhanced killer machine

[@kingeo25]

Pioneer Receiver model is what? No interest in selling?

[@Upscaled_HT]

Not at this time. Will probably use it my new office home theater.

[@kingeo25]

@@Upscaled_HTGood luck with the new theater build. Genesis Arc is wonderful tech as you stated but I had the same initial reaction to it as you. Coming from mid tier Denon and Yamaha receivers I was so accustomed to doing on the fly changes via remote and corresponding apps. Purchased a gently used AVM60 last summer and had to get used to using laptop to run Genesis. It's worth the time and adjustment to master. The information via Anthem website is a trove of information along with the product manual that was included with my purchase. There are some very good YTers as well who have covered the Anthem products and software as well. I personally enjoy @Techthusiasm.

[@AthiNarayanan-kc5jj]

Where is this manufactured

[@Upscaled_HT]

I think Canada.

[@Hagemann666]

You don't want the Monoprice HTP-1. I bought that unit and, while the performance and audio quality was acceptable, the reliability and stability was TERRIBLE. It would lock up frequently and while that isn't the end of the world, getting it back in working order required a factory reset every time. That involved creating a special bootable USB thumb drive which was very much NOT intuitive. Without my experience in IT I never would have been able to even create the bootable drive, let alone use it. The factory reboot process took a minimum of 30 minutes and then you had to re-run the DIRAC setup. It was untenable. Luckily, Monoprice took it back. By now, maybe Monoprice has fixed a lot of those issues. And, who knows, maybe I got a dud unit. But I can't recommend the HTP-1. I do have their 11-channel power amp, though, and that's been great.

[@Upscaled_HT]

Sounds like I dodged a bullet. Thanks for the info!

[@jackburton1674]

Hi all, wondering if anyone is aware of a new or recently new processor or receiver that supports 3D video. Emotiva's recievers do not according to the literature and then an email response from them. It would seem 3D support is being phased out, I get it, but there are plenty of folks out there with a number of 3D titles. I have a Pioneer Elite whose manual says 3D ready but would not pass it from my 3D capable player to my capable projector. My HDMI cables are the correct version. Purchased an Onkyo TX-RZ820 and been enjoying 3D when I'm in the mood. But that receiver will not support a full on Atmos speaker config. So been looking for a possible upgrade. Looked at the Onkyo RZ50 but no indication in the manual that it supports 3D vid.

[@Upscaled_HT]

I’m going to make a video specifically about 3-D movies in the coming weeks. I might be able to address some things in there. My anthem avm70 8k plays back 3d no problem. I think Support for 3-D is embedded within the HDMI standard starting with version 1.4. My guess is that most modern receivers would support it.

[@jackburton1674]

I'll keep an eye out for your vid. I hope you're correct. I was surprised the Emotiva's wouldnt support it. Good to hear about the Anthem. Thanks.@@Upscaled_HT

[@P-LOWN1997]

It’s such a great unit but it’s missing auro 3d

[@Upscaled_HT]

Agreed. A lot of people attest that it’s the best upmixer.

[@blueflame0003]

Who is the idiot that doesn't like an athem😅unless they went up to the 90avm😢

[@Upscaled_HT]

Beats me. Avm 70 rules!

[@arisio58]

big monster receiver

[@Upscaled_HT]

That Pioneer is really good!

[@arisio58]

@@Upscaled_HT yes but i talk about anthen

[@ericshutter5305]

Does it has Dirac?? No, HARD PASS ...

[@Upscaled_HT]

My goal is to get my system sounding as good as possible without room correction and then use arc or whatever your device has.

[@leatijoseph828]

Anthems are very weak and of poor quality, the 7 series can reach 70 watts in 8 ohms, 7 channels in 5 channels, which means it drops to 35 or even 30 watts in 4 ohms, if a 4 ohm speaker is connected or 6 ohms, the minimum impedance of this speaker drops to 2.5 or 3 if it falls, then this is the best possibility, the sudden sound will turn on at high volume

[@fflowwiththego]

This a pretty useless comment for this video as this is a preamp/processor, no amplification.

[@gman1087]

What 8k content are u accessing and do u have an 8k projector???

[@Upscaled_HT]

No 8k and faux k projector.