Introducing the Marantz AV8003

As development continues on the Model 998 we recognize that some Outlaws do not wish to wait until the projected year-end introduction of our new processor. With the Onkyo PR-SC886 no longer available, we have had a number of inquiries about an alternative high-end processor. Thanks to our partnership with Marantz, we are pleased to announce that the Outlaws have joined the very select group of internet-only companies authorized to sell their flagship product: the AV8003 Surround Processor.

When you look at the feature list, you'll recognize that the AV8003 is a world-class product, with virtually everything the critical listener and demanding home theater enthusiast needs.

On the audio side the AV8003 offers:

• Audyssey MultiEQ
  THX Ultra 2 certification
• XLR outputs (for balanced audio outputs providing optimal connection to Outlaw amplifiers)
• HDCD and SACD decoding
• An internal tuner with HD Radio and connections for both Sirius and XM satellite radio and the signal quality that befits Marantz's top-line product

On the video side there are four HDMI inputs and two outputs, with a 10-bit video processing system powered by ABT.

Looking beyond traditional audio/video applications, the AV8003 also connects to your home network to play MP3, AAC, WMA, WAV files, MPEG2, MPEG4 and WMV format files stored on a computer or NAS drive. As you would expect from a processor that was voted "Product of the Year" by Electronic House Magazine there are three zones of audio distribution that you can control via RS-232 or with Crestron, AMX or Control4 systems.

There is much more, but rather than list everything we invite you to click here for the full details.

As with the Marantz SR5004, which remains available for those who want a high-quality receiver, we recognize that you'll have the same question: "Why should I buy it from the Outlaws?" The answers we provided bear repeating here, as they demonstrate that your purchase experience will set Outlaw apart from everyone else:

• As with every non-Outlaw processor or receiver we sell, we have created the latest in our "Outlaw's Guide to..." series. The "Outlaws' Guide to the Marantz AV8003." makes it easy to install and operate this outstanding product.
• The "Guide" is available to all free of charge, but when you purchase from Outlaw you also have access to our personalized customer service. We know this product inside and out as if it was our own, and we're ready to assist with any questions you have about it.
• The only thing better than the AV8003 is when it is paired with an Outlaw amplifier, or even better, an Outlaw amplifier and the Oppo BDP-83 Special Edition Blu ray player. To make that an attractive reality, we have combos with exceptional prices. Depending on the amp you choose, the savings range from $300 to almost $1,500. Add the Oppo and your savings range from $400 to almost $1,800! Click here for the full list of spectacular combo package savings.
• As an added bonus, anyone who purchases the AV8003 or the SR5004 will receive the $200 "family discount" should they purchase a Model 998 at a later date.

Our own listening tests of the AV8003 in combination with our Outlaw amplifiers confirm that they are made for each other. We know of no other processor and amplifier combination available today that has the power, flexibility, and most importantly, the sonic quality that you achieve when you combine these two great brands.

Other Outlaw News

A brief reminder that you have until the end of the month to take advantage of a $150 discount on our Outlaw RR 2150 RetroReceiver. We call it "the last great stereo receiver," but at $549 you'll call it great sound at a great price!

Whether it is an incredible value on our own products or spectacular combinations with our partners, at Outlaw Audio, "The best values in Home Theater are just a mouse click away.™"


Best regards,
The Outlaws