Can the Marantz AV7706 run Stereo?
As a processor it powers none of the 2 speakers stereo uses: connect power amplifiers to its pre-outs for all of them.
What stereo takes
- 2 floor speakers: front left and right
- A 2-channel power amplifier for every speaker
Marantz AV7706 has pre-outs for front, center, surround, rear surround and height, and 2 subwoofer outputs.
Plan stereo with the AV7706 in your own room.
Draw your room in 3D, place the speakers where they go, and see every connection checked and how it sounds at your seat. Designing is free.
Other layouts on the AV7706
The AV7706 processes 11 speakers and powers none: each layout needs power amps. In a layout like 7.1.4, the 7 is floor speakers, the 1 a subwoofer and the 4 height speakers.
Questions about the AV7706 and stereo
- Does the AV7706 support stereo?
- Yes, with an external amplifier. 2 speakers have no amplifier channel. Add a 2-channel amplifier.
- How many speakers do I need for stereo?
- Stereo uses 2 speakers.
- Do I need an external amplifier for stereo on the AV7706?
- 2 speakers have no amplifier channel. Add a 2-channel amplifier.
References for the AV7706
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