Sony TA-AN1000 7.2 Channel 8K AV Receiver

The AN1000 features 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology to draw you into your entertainment like never before. Based on the positional information measured by D.C.A.C. IX, multiple phantom speakers are generated all around you, for an entirely new sound sensation. You can experience all the drama of Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® alongside every breath, step and word like you're right inside the film.

The supplied calibration microphone and latest-generation D.C.A.C. IX auto calibration allows the AN1000 to measure the 3D position of all your speakers. Compensate for challenging speaker placement, delay or phase shift, and enjoy authentic cinematic experiences with advanced digital signal processing, including the stunning immersive 360 Spatial Sound.

See vivid scenes full of real-life colour and depth. All of the original picture quality is preserved when played through the AN1000, so you’ll be completely immersed in movies. Gaming is also much more thrilling and realistic, with support for the latest formats, such as Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) in HDMI 2.1.

Enjoy music the way the artists truly intended with High-Resolution Audio for crystal clear precision. Or discover a new way of listening with 360 Reality Audio for a truly immersive live concert or studio session experience. With the the AN1000, your music comes to life like never before. It also supports DSD (Direct Stream Digital) native playback, with no conversion involved so DSD content can be fully enjoyed without losing any of the original quality.

With an integrated UI, the AN1000 settings automatically appear on the BRAVIA Quick Settings menu for easy control of features such as sound field and volume using the TV remote without switching to the AN1000's remote.

Clever audio processing allows the AN1000 to virtually reposition the sound of a center speaker combination with front height speakers, even one placed below your TV or projector. This lines up dialogue and effects with their on-screen source for more natural and engaging viewing.

With built-in support for Spotify Connect™, and other music services via Bluetooth®, Chromecast or Apple AirPlay 2, you can easily enjoy your favourite music. Plus, the AN1000 is also now certified as Works with SONOS and Roon tested.

You can set the musical mood with a simple voice command, thanks to compatibility with Google Assistant devices. Just add the AN1000 to your smart home network and speaker groups, then control volume, playback and more with just your voice.

For a truly dynamic home entertainment setup, there are six HDMI inputs and two outputs, a front USB port, optical and coaxial SPDIF digital, plus analogue AV connections. So you can connect the latest generation TVs, game consoles and media players, as well as smartphones.