Sony ES STR-AZ7000ES

Power and processing:

• 13-channel amplifier
• 140 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.09% THD, with 2 channels driven
• Dolby Atmos and DTS:X® surround sound decoding
  • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Pro processing for use with in-ceiling or "height" speakers for more enveloping home theater sound
  • Dolby Speaker Virtualization and DTS Virtual:X® create three-dimensional effects without height speakers
• IMAX® Enhanced reproduces the full dynamic range of specially encoded IMAX soundtracks from compatible sources
• Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping calibrate the sound to match your room and speaker configuration for an expansive, immersive soundstage
• Sony's DSEE Ultimate accurately upscales audio to near-high-resolution sound quality
• built-in high-performance 32-bit DAC
• premium componentry meets ES standards for audio performance
• control the receiver with your smartphone using the Sony Music Center app
• compatible with Sony's SA-RS3S and SA-RS5 wireless rear speakers and SA-SW3 and SA-SW5 wireless subwoofers

Digital and streaming music options:

• Chromecast built-in for streaming over Wi-Fi with a wide range of compatible apps on your mobile device
• works with Google Assistant voice control devices (sold separately)
• Spotify® Connect lets you play music using the Spotify app on your mobile device (subscription required)
• Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music®
  • supports multi-room audio with compatible wireless speakers
• built-in Bluetooth for wireless music listening with smartphones, tablets, and compatible computers
• compatible with Sonos Port — receiver turns on automatically and sets the right input when selected in the app
• works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
  • Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware

Multi-room audio/video:

• three-room/three-source output
• HDMI dual-zone switching for watching video content from different sources in two zones simultaneously
• powered stereo output for Zone 2
• analog stereo audio outputs (variable) for Zones 2 and 3

Connections:

• HDMI 2.1 audio/video switching: 7 in, 2 out (including 1 front-panel input)
  • 4 rear-panel inputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz video
  • 1 front-panel input supports 4K video
  • HDCP 2.3 technology ensures compatibility with Ultra HD sources and TVs
  • supports HDR10, Dolby Vision®, HLG, and IMAX Enhanced
• gaming-optimized video processing technologies for a smooth, lag-free gaming experience
  • Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) reduce or eliminate lag and frame tearing
• supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
  • eARC receives uncompressed surround sound signals including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and DTS:X Pro via the HDMI connection with your compatible TV
• 2 composite video inputs
• 2 composite video outputs
• digital audio inputs: 2 optical and 1 coaxial
• 4 analog stereo audio line-level inputs
• no phono input — to connect a turntable you'll need to add a phono preamp
• 13.2-channel preamp outputs for use with optional external power amps
• outputs for 13 speakers (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R, Surround Back L/R, Height 1 L/R, Height 2 L/R, Height 3 L/R)
• front-panel USB port for firmware updates and system setting backup
• detachable power cable

General features:

• center channel enhancements include Center Speaker Lift Up, BRAVIA™ Acoustic Center Sync, and Dual Center Speaker
• intuitive on-screen user interface (via HDMI only)
  • setup via the front panel, through the Graphical User Interface (GUI), or with a web browser
• remote control
• FM tuner
• built-in support for Control4, Crestron, Savant, and other home automation systems
• RS-232C and remote (IR) connections for use with optional third-party controllers
• three 12-volt trigger outputs for sending power commands to external gear, like a power amplifier or cooling fan
• Ethernet port for wired connectivity to your network
• 17"W x 7-5/8"H x 18-5/8"D (9-3/4"H with Wi-Fi antennas raised)
• weight: 48 lbs.
• warranty: 5 years
• 60-day returns