Create an immersive home theater experience, enjoy smooth 4K/120 gameplay, and deliver whole-home audio when you create a home entertainment system with the Sony STR-AZ7000ES 13.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver. Seven HDMI inputs (four 8K) combine with 13.2 channels of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X object-based audio, for movies that look amazing and surround you with sound from all directions. Support for the latest in HDR technology enhances this experience with deeper blacks and rich contrast. Dual HDMI outputs and Zone 2/Zone 3 functionality allows two different rooms to watch their own UHD content, with a third zone enjoying audio playback. Playback from local or online sources, thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet connectivity.

Up to 150W per Channel at 8 Ohms    7 x HDMI Inputs for 8K & 4K/120 Video    Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Support    Sonos System Integration with Sonos Port    HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG & IMAX Enhanced    Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & Ethernet Connectivity    Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX    360 Spatial Sound Mapping    Voice Control with Google Assistant    Zone 2 & Zone 3 Content Expansion

The seven HDMI inputs and dual outputs support the HDMI 2.1 specification, which enables higher quality content thanks to low-latency technologies, such as ALLM (Auto Low-Latency Mode) and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate). Video content at up to 8K resolution is supported, in addition to 4K at 120 Hz for smoother next-gen gameplay. To improve realism, the STR-AZ7000ES supports many HDR standards, such as HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision, and IMAX Enhanced.

Supporting 13.2 channels of audio at 150W per channel, the STR-AZ7000ES allows you to fill your space with enough speakers and subwoofers to replicate a theater environment. Supporting Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, object-based and height effects make compatible movie soundtracks come alive. This kind of fidelity is applied to music as well, with Hi-Res, Hi-Res Wireless, and 360 Reality Audio support, making you feel as if the artist is with you in the room.

These audio technologies are joined by room calibration technologies that work to create a sound reproduction that's custom to your environment. 360 Spatial Sound Mapping reproduces a physical sound field to emulate a movie theater or concert hall. Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX precisely corrects the distance, angle, sound pressure, and frequency response of each of your speakers to create the ideal sound field.

Three different center channel modes can be used to alter how this primary speaker is used when watching TV and movies. Acoustic Center Sync matches the audio to your compatible BRAVIA TV. Dual Center Speaker uses a second speaker to more accurately replicate sound when using a large screen. Center Speaker Lift raises the center speaker sound to match what's on TV.

Thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet connectivity, you can stream music, podcasts, and internet radio from a local media library or hundreds of online services. The STR-AZ7000ES supports Spotify Connect, Chromecast built-in, and Apple AirPlay to expand your streaming options.

The STR-AZ7000ES is made to work with your existing SONOS speaker system. From the SONOS app, you can turn on the receiver, switch to the desired input, and adjust the volume.

Using Google Assistant and working with Google Home, the STR-AZ7000ES can connect to compatible smart speakers in your home, letting you use your voice through them to operate the receiver.

With the Sony Music Center app installed on your smartphone or tablet, you can remotely control various aspects of the STR-AZ7000ES. Control source selection, zone, sound field, volume, media playback, and setup your voice assistant.

Seamlessly integrate the STR-AZ7000ES with your Roon system for full access to all of your music, including digital files and streaming services in one place.

The solidly built STR-AZ7000ES features a newly designed frame beam base chassis with an increased thickness for additional rigidity. Inside is a new DAC that supports 32-bit processing of PCM and direct native DSD signals. There are also a variety of newly designed components and circuit boards that all work to reduce resonance, lower impedance, and provide a more stable, clear audio signal.

• DSEE Ultimate uses AI to upscale audio to near-high-resolution quality
• Compatible with custom wall installations
• Supports leading control and remote monitoring systems, such as control4, Savant, Crestron, and OvrC
• Easy set up via front-panel controls or on-screen GUI
• Three 12V triggers for optional peripherals and amplifiers
• Three IR repeaters for external device control
• Ping button for IP recall on the front display
• Front USB-A port for applying system updates or saving settings to port to another receiver
• RS232C port for control system configuration
• Web UI can be unlocked with a firmware download

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I connect FireTV directly into the receiver & get audio and video through the output to the TV?

A: Yes, the Fire TV will act as any other source when connected via HDMI.

Q: 2. Could this receiver play music on at least 6 of the speakers in stereo, if needed?

A: Hi Jeffrey, thanks for your inquiry. Yes, the receiver can play music on 6 speakers by selecting Multi Ch Stereo in the Sound Field. Hope it helps. Regards, Erin

Q: 3. How do i update firmware

A: Hello there, regarding this concern, please refer to the helpful link below: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/mini-micro-systems-gtk-series/gtk-xb7/downloads/00015537 Regards, _Bob

Q: 4. how many ohms can this receiver push through the headphone jack?

A: Input and output specifications of this Sony STR-DH790 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver, are as follows. Input Analog : Sensitivity: 500 mV/50 kilohms, S/N3): 105 dB (A4), 500 mV5)), Digital (Coaxial), Impedance: 75 ohms, S/N: 100 dB (A4), 20 kHz LPF). Digital (Optical):, S/N: 100 dB (A4), 20 kHz LPF), Area Power requirements, USA, Canada, , Taiwan 120 V AC, 60 Hz, Oceania, Europe 230 V AC, 50 Hz, 57GB, Troubleshooting/Specifications. Output (Analog): , SUBWOOFER, Voltage: 2 V/1 kilohm, Equalizer, Gain levels, ±10 dB, 1 dB step, 3) INPUT SHORT (with sound field and equalizer , bypassed), 4) Weighted network, 5) Input level.

Q: 5. Thinking of adding a Motiva XPA-3 Gen3 3 Channel Audiophile Home Theater Power Amplifier to this Sony. Would this work well?

A: You can go from one of the Pre-Outs from the Sony STR-AZ7000ES, via RCA stereo cable, into the stereo RCA inputs on the Emotiva - XPA-3 Gen3 Amplifier.

Q: 6. I live in Germany and want to know if the Sony ES STR-AZ7000ES is dual-voltage and will work here?

A: No, the Sony STR-AZ7000ES 13.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver (B&H # SOTRAZ7000ES) only accepts 120 V AC power at 60 Hz.

Q: 7. is there a turntable input?

A: Hi, william! Unfortunately, it doesn't have an input for standard turntables. To connect a turntable that only has a PHONO output jack, you need to connect a phono equalizer (not supplied) between the turntable and this receiver. You may want to consider the STR-DH190. For more product information, please refer to this link: https://docs.sony.com/release//SPECS/STRDH190_mksp.pdf ~Ralph

Q: 8. Does this receiver need an active or a passive subwoofer?

A: Hi, Thomas! It only supports an active subwoofer. ~Ralph

Q: 9. What is the power output at 8 ohms?

A: Hi david, thank you for your inquiry. As a reference, this receiver has a power output of 145 W. Please check the specification for more details. https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/res/manuals/4726/55cd375e0f9e7103f2b6baa747ed9072/47269061M.pdf Regards, Erin

Q: 10. Does this have 8K Pass-through?

A: The Sony STR-DH790 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver (BH # SOSTRDH790) does not feature an 8K pass-through.