Anthem AVM 90 8K Audio Video Processor

Overview

In a large room with a big speaker layout, the processor sets the ceiling for how good everything else can sound. The Anthem AVM 90 8K is Anthem's flagship audio-video processor, built for theatres where the processor needs to keep pace with every speaker and subwoofer connected to it, while separate power amplifiers handle the amplification.

ESS Sabre 32-bit/768kHz DACs and a 1.6GHz dual-core DSP with 64-bit dual precision handle 15.4 channels of processing across 19 pre-amplifier outputs. ARC Genesis room correction measures your room with a precision microphone and calibrates up to four subwoofers independently, which is where larger and acoustically difficult rooms benefit most.

Seven 8K-ready HDMI 2.1 inputs and three outputs support eARC, HDCP 2.3, and VRR and ALLM for gaming. Day-to-day control runs through the Anthem Web User Interface and Remote App, with IP control for Control4, Crestron, Savant, RTI, URC, and ELAN in professionally installed systems.

Simcoe Audio Video Insight

We point clients toward the AVM 90 when the room and the speaker count justify it: four independently calibrated subwoofer outputs and 19 discrete pre-amplifier outputs make it the better fit for large, acoustically complex spaces than the AVM 70. It's the processor we spec when a client wants the best Anthem currently makes, without compromise.

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Why the Anthem AVM 90 Stands Out

ESS Sabre DACs

Reference-grade 32-bit/768kHz ESS Sabre digital-to-analog conversion delivers Anthem's most precise sound reproduction.

15.4 Channels, 19 Discrete Outputs

A larger output count than the AVM 70 gives complex speaker layouts more flexibility in how channels are assigned.

Four Independent Subwoofer Outputs

ARC Genesis calibrates up to four subwoofers independently, which matters most in larger or acoustically difficult rooms.

1.6GHz Dual-Core DSP

64-bit dual precision processing gives the AVM 90 the headroom to handle the most demanding object-based audio formats.

8K HDMI 2.1 Platform

Seven HDMI inputs and three outputs support 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz pass-through with HDCP 2.3 and eARC.

Anthem Web UI & Custom Integration

Control the system from any browser, or integrate directly with Control4, Crestron, Savant, RTI, and ELAN.

Buyer's Guide

Who It's For

  • The Flagship-Tier Home Theatre Owner: Wants Anthem's best processing, DACs, and room correction without compromise.
  • The Multi-Subwoofer System Builder: Needs four independently calibrated subwoofer outputs for a large or acoustically complex room.
  • The Large-Format Separates Buyer: Needs 19 discrete pre-amplifier outputs to feed a complex, high-channel-count amplifier setup.

How It Compares

The AVM 90 and the Anthem AVM 70 share the same ARC Genesis platform and HDMI 2.1 video engine, but the AVM 90 steps up with ESS Sabre DACs, 15.4 channels, and four independent subwoofer outputs versus the AVM 70's two. For most separates-based theatres the AVM 70 is plenty; the AVM 90 is for rooms and systems that call for Anthem's flagship.

Anthem AVM 90 8K Audio Video Processor Specifications

General Information
SeriesAVM Series 8K (Flagship)
BrandAnthem
Product Type15.4 Channel A/V Pre-Amplifier / Processor (19 Discrete Outputs)
ConstructionAluminum Chassis with Machined Aluminum Faceplate, 6" TFT Front Display
Power SupplyToroidal Power Supply
Audio Processing & Performance
Room CorrectionARC Genesis (Anthem Room Correction)
Digital-to-Analog Conversion32-Bit / 768 kHz ESS Sabre DACs
DSP1.6GHz Dual-Core DSP with 64-Bit Dual Precision States
Audio DecodingDolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Music, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Surround, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master, DTS Neural:X, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced, AnthemLogic-Music, AnthemLogic-Cinema, Multichannel Stereo
Channels15.4 Discrete Channels (Max Speaker Configuration 9.4.6)
Subwoofer ControlFour Independent Subwoofer Outputs
High-Resolution AudioFLAC, ALAC, WAV, DSD
Video & Gaming
HDMI PlatformHDMI 2.1 with HDCP 2.3
HDMI Inputs / Outputs7 In / 3 Out
Resolution Support8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Pass-Through
HDR SupportHDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dynamic HDR
Gaming FeaturesVariable Refresh Rate (VRR), ALLM, QFT
eARCYes
Connectivity & Control
Analog Inputs4 x RCA Stereo, 1 x Moving Magnet (MM) Phono Input
Digital Inputs3 x Optical (Toslink) In / 1 Out, 2 x Coaxial In
Pre-Amplifier Outputs19 Balanced XLR and Unbalanced RCA Outputs (15.4 Channels)
USB1 x USB-A (Service)
WirelessWi-Fi, Bluetooth
StreamingApple AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast Audio, Spotify Connect
Wired NetworkEthernet (RJ-45)
App ControlAnthem Web User Interface, Anthem Remote App
Custom IntegrationIP Control; compatible with Control4, Crestron, Savant, RTI, URC, and ELAN
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (W x D x H)17" x 14-1/2" x 6" (43.18 x 36.4 x 15.24 cm)
Weight22.1 lb (10.1 kg)
Height with Rackmount Kit4U
ColourBlack

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Anthem AVM 90 8K Audio Video Processor FAQs

What are the key features of the Anthem AVM 90 Home Theatre Processor?

The Anthem AVM 90 offers 15.4 channels of processing, supporting advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. It includes seven HDMI 2.1 inputs and three HDMI 2.1 outputs, all with HDCP 2.3 support. The processor features ESS Sabre DACs, providing exceptional audio performance.

What sets the Anthem AVM 90 apart from other Anthem processors?

The Anthem AVM 90 is built around ESS Sabre DACs, an oversized toroidal power supply, and ARC Genesis room correction with support for up to four independently calibrated subwoofers. This combination of reference-grade components and calibration flexibility sets it apart within Anthem's own processor lineup and positions it as the flagship option in the category.

What are the installation and setup requirements for the Anthem AVM 90?

The AVM 90 is a 17-inch-wide, 6-inch-tall component weighing 22.1 lb, and it fits a 4U rack space with Anthem's rackmount kit. It runs on a standard 120V outlet, connects to your network over Ethernet or Wi-Fi, and needs separate power amplifiers to drive its 15.4 pre-amplifier channels.

What should I expect during setup and calibration of the Anthem AVM 90?

Setup runs through the same Anthem Web User Interface and Remote App used across the AVM Series, centred on your speaker layout, subwoofer count, and channel configuration. ARC Genesis uses a precision microphone to measure and correct your room, with four storable profiles, and our team is available to help with system design and installation.

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