New Brand Announcement: Magnetar
Cinematic Home A/V Welcomes Magnetar — Universal Players for Audiophiles and Cinephiles
We’re thrilled to announce that Cinematic Home A/V is now an official dealer for Magnetar — one of the very few remaining brands committed to world‑class universal media players designed for audiophiles and cinephiles who demand uncompromising performance.
Who Is Magnetar?
Magnetar has earned a reputation as a leading provider of premium “universal media players,” engineered to support nearly every media format you might own — from 4K UHD, Blu‑ray, SACD, and DVD to networked media, stored video/music files, and more. Their approach combines advanced video‑processing, high‑fidelity audio architecture, robust build quality, and broad format compatibility — making them ideal for home theaters and high-end setups where versatility and precision matter most.
What’s New: The MKII Series
In 2025, Magnetar introduced its revamped MKII Series — featuring the flagship Magnetar UDP900MKII and its sibling Magnetar UDP800MKII — now available through authorized dealers like us.
The UDP900MKII brings top-tier performance: dual ESS 9038 PRO DACs, advanced HDMI audio retiming (to minimize jitter), XMOS USB audio support up to 768 PCM / 512 DSD, and high‑end video upscaling and processing to ensure reference‑grade playback of 4K, UHD, Blu‑ray, SACD, and network media.
The UDP800MKII offers a slightly more accessible entry into the Magnetar world, with refined audio architecture, enhanced EMI shielding, a sound‑dampened drive for quieter disc reading, and the same universal media support — a strong balance between performance and value.
For anyone building a serious home cinema — especially if you care about physical media, SACD audio, or maintaining a large disc collection — Magnetar represents one of the best ways to future-proof your setup.
Why It Matters & What This Means for You
At a time when many manufacturers are de-emphasizing physical media playback, Magnetar stands out by continuing to innovate. Their universal players give you a “one‑box” solution that handles virtually every format — from legacy discs to modern UHD — while delivering high-end video and audio quality.
Now that they’re part of our catalog at Cinematic Home A/V, you can:
See and demo Magnetar players in person at our Phoenix, Arizona showroom
Get expert advice on which model fits your system (flagship vs. enthusiast‑level)
Build or upgrade a home theater that honors both discs and digital media — without compromising on quality