Anthem MRX 540 8K

Anthem MRX 540 8K

High-End Surround Receiver with 5 Channels

Since the launch of the first MRX models in 2011, Anthem has firmly held its ground in the high-end integrated AV receiver market. With this new 40-series, we see the most significant upgrade to the MRX receivers in a long time, with major improvements not only in functionality but also in design.

Highlights of the Anthem MRX 540 8K:

• 5-channel amplifier
• 7.2-channel preamplifier
• Anthem ARC Genesis room correction
• eARC (enhanced audio return channel)
• Web user interface - IP control for integrated management
• Apple AirPlay and Google Chromecast
• Anthem MRX 540 8K with Anthem Room Correction Genesis

One of the factors that initially propelled Anthem to the top among AV brands was their ARC calibration, or Anthem Room Correction. This room correction feature was directly borrowed from their high-end AV processors and provided extremely effective correction of unwanted reflections and time delays. ARC is very much present in the MRX 40-series and is now better than ever. ARC Genesis is the most advanced room correction you'll find in an integrated AV receiver, but that doesn't mean you need to be an expert in acoustics and room measurements. ARC Genesis on the Anthem MRX 540 8K is very user-friendly, and you can run their calibration software on both Mac and Windows computers. The software has been upgraded in several areas, including more options for adjusting the target curve, improved algorithms, and much more. It might sound like something difficult to get started with, but it’s not. Much of the calibration can be run automatically, and you’ll achieve great results with room correction. If you're more of an audiophile, you can, of course, make manual adjustments. The receiver comes with a calibrated measurement microphone.

HDMI 2.1 with 8K

On the video side, the receiver supports 8K60 and 4K/120 UHD video pass-through with Dolby Vision, HDR, and Hybrid Log Gamma. It also supports VRR and ALLM.

Top-Class Sound in Multichannel and Stereo

In terms of sound, the Anthem MRX is also at the forefront, with decoding of common audio formats, including object-based formats like DTS:X and Dolby Atmos. One of the advantages Anthem has, compared to AV receivers from other manufacturers, is their outstanding stereo sound reproduction — especially for music! Thanks in part to the ARC room correction, the MRX receivers are excellent for music. The 40-series adds new features for those who also listen to music on their receiver. You now get both Apple AirPlay and Google Chromecast, as well as Bluetooth 4.2. Spotify Connect will be available with a future update, as will ROON compatibility, so the receiver can be used with the fantastic ROON software, which manages music libraries on your local network.

Remote Configuration via Web User Interface

Anthem MRX receivers can now be accessed via a web user interface, so you can log into the receiver through a browser on your computer, phone, or tablet. You can turn the receiver on, adjust sound settings, configure network settings, and more. This makes it extremely easy to set up the receiver without needing to use the remote to navigate through menus on the TV screen.

Design Changes in the New 40-Series

One of the most noticeable changes in the new 40-series MRX receivers is undoubtedly the design. Anthem has drawn inspiration from the integrated stereo amplifier STR. You get an easy-to-read display with a minimal set of buttons on the front, along with a volume control. It’s aesthetically simple and user-friendly.

Integration with Third-Party Control Systems

Anthem MRX receivers can be integrated into a variety of third-party control solutions such as Control 4, Savant, Crestron, and more, via IP Control.