7.2 CH A/V Receiver2 (100 W + 100 W 8 ohms, 1 kHz, 2ch, THD 0.9%)
8K & 4K/120 HDMI Connectivity with HDMI 2.1 support (6-in/2-out)
Supports Dolby Atmos® & DTS:X® object-based sound decoding
Truly Immersive audio with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration IX and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping
Support for the most common HDR formats Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, IMAX Enhanced
“Works with SONOS” makes it possible to integrate the STR-AZ1000ES with your new or already existing SONOS system.
Stream your way with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, and Apple AirPlay.
Connects to your home’s other devices with Google Assistant
Optimized especially for custom in-home integration, and system configuration - Seamless IP Control integration with the leading control systems
Flexible setup options with built-in graphical user interface or front panel display
Zone 2 & Zone 3 for Flexible, multi-zone distribution capability
Premium componentry meets ES standards for audio performance
Center channel enhancements include Center Speaker Lift Up and Acoustic Center Sync
Control with Sony Music Center app
Compatible with Sony’s SA-RS3S & SA-RS5 wireless rear speakers and SA-SW3 & SA-SW5 wireless subwoofers
Covered by our Sony® ES 5-Year Limited Warranty
 
Newly Designed Frame Beam Base Chassis
The chassis of the ES model has been fundamentally revised: the overall thickness has been increased for improved rigidity, and the structures of the transformer base and other weight-bearing parts have also been redesigned to improve the instantaneous power and crispness of the sound when compared to a conventional chassis.
 
Offset Screw Position Foot
Designed with an offset screw position to eliminate the resonance point and avoid frequency-specific, vibration-inducing resonance transmission to and from the transformer, the foot also contains additional ribs for increased rigidity and improved resonance control.
 
Updated Heat Sink
A more uniform shape applied to the heat sink enables the amplifier circuit to withstand unwanted vibration. The heat sink bracket also shields the digital circuit from radiation, for sound quality that has more stability and clarity.
 
Refreshed Digital Circuit Board
Metal ES-grade frames secure the circuit board and protect it from vibration caused by speaker sound pressure. The varying fin length of the integrated heat sink reduces audible resonance uniformity while shielding delicate circuitry from noise.
 
New DAC enables 32-bit operations
Digital PCM signal input is processed at 32-bit and converted to analog by the DAC, while DSD signal input during direct mode is natively input to the DAC and converted to an analog signal.
 
Improved analog power for DAC
The DAC analog power supply uses a low-noise power supply IC to ensure that high-fidelity performance is achieved.
 
Redeveloped digital section
The new digital section enables all signal processing to be performed on a single chip while also providing lower impedance, increased capacitance, and better stability.
 
Buffer amp for DAC
A new DAC analog output filter circuit was designed utilizing a JFET and op-amp improvement in the noise floor. The phase rotation was shifted to a higher frequency, expanding the bandwidth and improving sound clarity for wide-bandwidth sources like high-resolution audio.
 
Sony exclusive integrated circuit
A Sony-exclusive integrated circuit was developed to improve all amplification functions on the STR-AZ1000ES.
 
Lead-free ES solder
Applying years of sound engineering and testing experience, Sony has developed an ES-grade solder. A high-purity tin base combines with small amounts of specially chosen metal elements for a unique alloy mix that enables a quality signal and exceptional sound.
 
New Capacitor for High Power
To increase the power, a new block capacitor was developed, and the design of the power amplifier was changed. Based on our long experience in developing sound-quality capacitors, we also emphasized the selection of materials and manufacturing methods to create a component that satisfies us in terms of sound quality.
 
New large-capacity power transformer
To achieve high sound quality in the large power transformer, core material of the power transformer has been re-selected to achieve high sound quality.
 
Fine Sound Resistor
The special resistance materials and structure, pure copper is used in the electrodes to achieve high volumes of data with rich, vivid audio quality.
 
Redefined video tech to power your theater
 
8K & 4K/120 HDMI Connectivity
Enjoy the latest HDMI technology with support for 8K & 4K/120 video sources. Equipped with four 8K HDMI inputs and two outputs, the STR-AZ1000ES can deliver the most stunning picture quality and amazing clarity.
 
HDMI 2.1
While enabling higher quality video output and reduced latency from input devices like game consoles, HDMI 2.1 also provides support for Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).
 
Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX Enhanced
Enjoy dynamic, realistic picture quality with support for the leading HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma, and IMAX Enhanced.
 
7 HDMI Inputs/2 Outputs
The STR-AZ1000ES has seven HDMI inputs with four inputs supporting full 8K & 4K/120 video sources, and two HDMI outputs that also support full 8K & 4K/120 video sources.
 
Elevated sound quality and powerful amplification that meets ES standards
With 100 watts, the STR-AZ1000ES delivers cinema-like surround sound and crystal-clear music reproduction with powerful amplification.
 
Awe-inspiring sound for all your entertainment
 
Support for the most advanced object-based audio formats
With support for Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization, DTS:X®, DTS Virtual: X, and DTS: X Pro, the STR-AZ1000ES delivers a truly elevated object-based surround-sound experience.