{"product_id":"sony-str-az1000es-7-2-channel-8k-home-theater-av-receiver-with-dolby-atmos","title":"Sony STR-AZ1000ES 7.2 Channel 8K Home Theater AV Receiver with Dolby Atmos","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eElevated Performance for All\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your home theater standards with Sony’s 7.2 CH 8K A\/V Receiver featuring renowned ES quality. Designed for integrators with optimized configurability, flexible connectivity, and advanced IP control for leading control systems. The STR-AZ1000ES is the total package for audio\/visual performance and installation-friendly features.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e7.2 CH A\/V Receiver  (100 W + 100 W 8 ohms, 1 kHz, 2ch, THD 0.9%)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e8K \u0026amp; 4K\/120 HDMI Connectivity with HDMI 2.1 support (6-in\/2-out)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized especially for custom in-home integration, and system configuration - Seamless IP Control integration with the leading control systems\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Dolby Atmos® \u0026amp; DTS:X® object-based sound decoding\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTruly Immersive audio with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for the most common HDR formats Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, IMAX Enhanced\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e“Works with SONOS” makes it possible to integrate the STR-AZ1000ES with your new or already existing SONOS system.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eStream your way with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, and Apple AirPlay 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eConnects to your home’s other devices with Google Assistant\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible setup options with built-in graphical user interface or front panel display\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eZone 2 \u0026amp; Zone 3 for Flexible, multi-zone distribution capability\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePremium componentry meets ES standards for audio performance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCenter channel enhancements include Center Speaker Lift Up and Acoustic Center Sync\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eControl with Sony Music Center app\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Sony’s SA-RS3S \u0026amp; SA-RS5 wireless rear speakers and SA-SW3 \u0026amp; SASW5 wireless subwoofers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCovered by Sony's Sony® ES 5-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eElevated Sound Quality And Powerful Amplification That Meets ES Standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith 100 watts, the STR-AZ1000ES delivers cinema-like surround sound and crystal-clear music reproduction with powerful amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e8K \u0026amp; 4K\/120 HDMI Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the latest HDMI technology with support for 8K \u0026amp; 4K\/120 video sources. Equipped with four 8K HDMI inputs and two outputs the STR-AZ1000ES is capable of delivering the most stunning picture quality and amazing clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSupport For the Most Advanced Object-Based Audio Formats\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith support for Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Speaker Virtualization, DTS:X®, and DTS Virtual: X the STR-AZ1000ES delivers a truly elevated object-based surround-sound experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e360 Spatial Sound Mapping\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eExperience true immersion. Sony’s exclusive 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology reproduces a physical sound field that can adapt to your environment and create an experience that feels like a movie theatre or concert hall.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDigital Cinema Auto Calibration IX\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eA new technology developed by Sony, Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX precisely corrects the distance, angle, sound pressure, and frequency response of each speaker that’s connected to the STR-AZ1000ES to create the ideal sound field for any home theater setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSupports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX Enhanced\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy dynamic, realistic picture quality with support for exciting HDR formats like Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX Enhanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e“Works with SONOS”\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the SONOS app you will be able to turn on your A\/V receiver, switch to the designated input source for playback, and control the volume of your A\/V receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy Listening\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eListen to all your favorite tracks. The STR-AZ1000ES supports audio streaming via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, and Apple AirPlay 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eVoice Assistant Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eConnect to your home’s other devices and use voice control to operate your receiver with Google Assistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eRoon Tested\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy seamless integration with your Roon system for full access to all your music—including your digital files and streaming services—all in one place.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible with Sony Music Center App\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eControl the STR-AZ1000ES from your mobile device for operations like source selection, zone control, sound field control, volume control, media playback, and voice assistant setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCenter Speaker Lift Up and Acoustic Center Sync\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance your sound in multiple ways: Center Speaker Lift Up raises the sound from the center speaker to match what’s on the TV, Acoustic Center Sync matches the audio to your compatible BRAVIA TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSupport for Integration with Leading Home Control Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith support for leading control and remote monitoring systems Control4, Savant, Crestron, and OvrC, the STR-AZ1000ES is built for integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Setup Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling the STR-AZ1000ES is easy. Setup can be performed via the onscreen Graphical User Interface (GUI).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eUSB Front Input with Settings Save Option\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the front-mounted USB, you can easily apply system updates and during setup, save all receiver settings to a flash drive for backing up and porting over to another unit to replicate settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eRS232C\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eRS232C port for control system configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eZone 2 \u0026amp; Zone 3\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFlexible multi-zone distribution capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWireless Speaker \u0026amp; Subwoofer Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSony’s RS3S \u0026amp; SA-RS5 wireless rear speakers and SA-SW3 \u0026amp; SASW5 wireless subwoofers are compatible with the STR-AZ1000ES. Two subwoofers of the same model may be connected simultaneously to the receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDSEE Ultimate\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eUsing AI-based technology, DSEE Ultimate accurately upscales audio to near-high-resolution sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eHDMI 2.1\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile enabling higher-quality video output and reduced latency from input devices like game consoles, HDMI 2.1 also provides support for Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e6 HDMI Inputs\/2 Outputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe STR-AZ1000ES has six HDMI inputs with two inputs supporting full 8K \u0026amp; 4K\/12 video sources, and two HDMI outputs that also support full 8K \u0026amp; 4K\/120 video sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eChassis and Sub-Chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith the addition of a sub-chassis structure on the rear of the front panel, the rigidity of the receiver is increased. 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