Anthem STR Preamplifier

Product highlights:

Features:

• stereo preamp with built-in digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and digital inputs
• digital inputs let you connect sources like a disc player, media streamer, or TV and enjoy superior sound
  • accept PCM digital audio signals up to 24-bit/192kHz
• USB Type B input supports high-quality playback of high-resolution music sources from a computer (PCM files up to 32-bit/384 kHz, DSD up to 5.6 MHz)
  • asynchronous USB technology for reduced timing jitter and better sound when connecting to a computer
• requires USB audio driver for Windows PCs
• ARC (Anthem Room Correction) Genesis speaker calibration (software, microphone, and stand included)
  • ARC Genesis software requires a Mac® or Windows®-based laptop
  • free ARC Mobile app allows you to run ARC from compatible iOS® devices
• remote control
• graphic front panel display for easy setup and navigation
• designed, engineered, and manufactured in Canada

Connections:

• 4 balanced XLR analog audio inputs (configurable for Home Theater Bypass)
• 4 unbalanced RCA analog audio inputs (inputs 3 and 4 can be configured for Home Theater Bypass)
• digital inputs: balanced AES/EBU XLR, 2 optical, 2 coaxial, USB Type B (cable included)
• 4 balanced XLR analog audio outputs (fronts and 2 subwoofers in mono or stereo)
• 6 unbalanced RCA analog audio outputs
  • 1 set Left and Right
  • 1 set of fixed-level line outputs for connecting a headphone amp or recording device
  • 2 subwoofer outputs (mono or stereo)
• built-in phono preamp with separate inputs for moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges
• Ethernet port for ARC, firmware upgrades, and control
• rear-panel USB mini B port for firmware upgrades and ARC (cable included)
• rear-panel USB type A input for software updates (factory use)
• RS-232 input, remote (IR) input and 12 volt-trigger output for use with external controllers
• detachable power cord

Specifications:

• total harmonic distortion: 0.0006%
• signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB (82 dB for phono)
• 17-1/16″W x 9-5/16″H x 14-7/8″D
• weight: 16.8 lbs.
• warranty: 5 years