I didn't find a generic thread for discussing audio and/or video equipment so here we are.
I'm psyched to see Anthem refreshed their lineup of AV receivers ("AVRs") and surround preamp-processors ("pre-pros"). I'll definitely be upgrading my Anthem AVR to the new MRX-1140. This thing looks awesome! Some highlights I personally find appealing...
1. Separate subwoofer outputs (2)
with independent phase and level for each. This is HUGE for people using multiple subwoofers. Note: the dual discrete subwoofer outputs feature is unique to the 1140 only.
2. Amplifier matrix. This allows any amp channel to power any output. This is great for those using an external amplifier for some channels. This lets you reassign those internal amplifier channels to another output. I am pessimistic it will be possible, but this capability could mean you could assign multiple amplifier channels to a single output channel. This functionality would allow bi-amplification using the internal amplifier. CRAZY cool if this turns out to be possible.
3. Roon support! The average Joe probably isn't paying for a service, to control their music streaming service, but Roon really is awesome for discovering new music and learning more about music you already know. It sounds really good too.
https://roonlabs.com
4. AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect.
5. Not new, but I love that Anthem AVRs let you assign any video input to any audio input. This lets me watch my cable box video on my TV as I listen to a streaming audio (Spotify/Tidal) input. This is pretty unique.
https://www.audioholics.com/av-recei...rx1140-740-540