The revolutionary STR Preamplifier is a new type of audio component that gives you more control and more refinements, including more connection options and more advanced technology, in a single, easy-to-use component. It combines the benefits of an advanced pre-amp with the power of a processor, as well as functions like leading-edge DAC, onboard Anthem Room Correction, customizable bass manager for mono or stereo sub outs, MM and MC phono inputs; far more features than the average preamplifier.

And, count on Anthem’s digital signal processing innovations to deliver a noticeably higher level of performance realism. The new STR Preamplifier drives all of your entertainment options today, and tomorrow.

• High-resolution analog and digital preamplifier
• Anthem Room Correction™ (ARC) to optimize in-room response
• Bass management for two subwoofers, in mono or stereo
• Up-sampling of lower-resolution sources to 32-bit / 192 kHz
• Asynchronous USB audio input supports 32-bit / 384 kHz PCM, and DSD 2.8 / 5.6 MHz sources
• Coaxial, optical, and AES/EBU inputs up to 192 kHz
• MM and MC phono, balanced XLR, and single-ended analog inputs
• Six pre-RIAA curves plus adjustable settings for playing older records accurately
• Analog Direct Mode
• Adjustable analog input levels to match sources, minimize noise and prevent distortion
• Graphic front panel display for easy setup navigation
• Balanced output for all channels including the two subs
• Home Theater Bypass Mode works without having to turn power on and includes RCA/XLR input for two subs
• Create up to 30 virtual inputs for setup flexibility