The JBL MA7100HP High Performance 7.2 channel 8K AV receiver is close to the top of the range and sits above the MA7100. The amplifier modules have been upgraded to provide 125 watts per channel and it also features Dirac live. AV receivers provide a switching hub for your audio and video equipment.

This model has six HDMI inputs with support upto 8K as well as two HDMI outputs. You can create a home cinema system with upto 7 channels and upto two subwoofers and stream from a variety of devices. The front panel display makes setting up and using the unit easy and a remote control is included.

Versatile connectivity

Many analogue and digital sources can be connected to the JBL MA7100HP. Six video sources can be connected via HDMI inputs. There are also two outputs for a TV or projector. The HDMI system is future proof to support upto 8K signals at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz. Additionally, the HDMI system is HDCP enabled and can play HDR10 and Dolby Vision sources. eARC is available so that your TV remote can control the overall volume. Next digital sources can be connected via a coaxial or optical inputs, and there are RCA analogue inputs for other equipment.

High Res Streaming

The JBL MA7100HP can stream from mobile devices via Bluetooth or WiFi. PCM playback supports 192kHz sample rate and 24-bit resolution. Formats available include MP3, WMA, ALAC, FLAC, and more. The HDMI system can carry eight PCM audio channels from a 4k/blu-ray player.

What is a 7.2 system?

Later versions of Dolby Digital, and other encoding systems, can carry seven channels of audio as well as upto 2 bass (or low frequency LFE) channels. The JBL MA7100HP has the required decoding circuity to provide the following speaker feeds. A front left and right channel, two rear surround channels, a centre channel, and two side channels. There are also two subwoofer outputs, so overall you can create a 7.1 or 7.2 system. This AV receiver can also be used to create a simpler 5.1 or 5.2 system.

Surround sound encoding methods

Since surround sound began in cinemas in the 1940s, there have been many encoding methods used. Today there are two main systems Dolby Digital and DTS. The JBL MA7100HP can be used with both Dolby Digital and DTS sources. DTS stands for Digital Theatre System. The first home system was Dolby Surround which had limited bandwidth. Later came Dolby Digital which at first had five channels, later versions added more outputs. Dolby Digital and DTS The main difference between

The JBL MA series AV receivers consist of five models based on a platform of fundamental connectivity with the latest features for video and music, with additional premium features as you move up in the line. All models feature similar technologies to focus on high performance sound including Class D amplification to power all channels, Dolby and DTS decoding and high resolution 192kHz 24-bit DACs. With premium audio quality and a focus on ease-of-use, the MA Series models offer the flexibility of a wide range of input sources and listening modes so you can enjoy your content easily and quickly with the fewest number of steps, all from a product with a unique and modern appearance.

Optimize sound with EZ Set EQ & Dirac Live

Don’t let poor acoustics destroy a great sound experience. The free EZ Set EQ app provides easy-to-use room equalization for optimized sound quality for all AVR models across the line. The calibration collects room acoustics data for each speaker group in under 2 minutes and can be done by anyone using an iOS or Android mobile device. Taking performance to the next level, the MA7100HP and MA9100HP models additionally come “Dirac Live Ready” for automatic room correction assuring audiophile-quality sonics, allowing integrators and power users to use advanced tools to optimize the system to their personal room acoustics.

Dolby Digital and DTS

is the sampling rate. DTS Has a higher sampling rate, however, Dolby Digital is thought to be more advanced in it’s encoding methods. Both systems Have 3D surround capabilities, with Dolby Atmos and DTS X. Dolby Digital was first used in the 1990s and the latest iterations of these formats are featured on the JBL MA7100HP.

The JBL Stage speaker range

JBL launched this model along with the other MA models at the same time as their JBL Stage loudspeaker range. For the front left and right pair there are floor standers or bookshelf speakers on optional stands. The bookshelf speakers can be used as the rear and surround speakers. A well-specified centre speaker is available with four bass drivers. Lastly, two sizes of subwoofer are available, along with optional up-firing Atmos speakers.