Surround Processor Reviews

Features
Processing Modes: Dolby: Digital 5.1, EX, Pro Logic IIx; DTS: DTS, ES, 96/24, Neo:6; AnthemLogic-Music, AnthemLogic-Cinema
THX Certification: Ultra2
Audio D/A Converter: 24-bit/192-kilohertz
Dimensions
(H x W x D, inches): 5.7 x 19.25 x 15.25
Weight (pounds): 27
Price: $6,699

Connections
Inputs:
Video: HDMI (4), component video (4), S-video (7), composite video (7)
Audio: Coaxial digital (7), optical digital (3), AES-EBU (1), 5.1-channel analog, (1), stereo analog, RCA (7), stereo analog XLR (1)
Outputs:
Video: HDMI (1), component video (2), S-video (5), composite video (5)
Audio: Coaxial digital (2), stereo analog (4), 7-channel preamp RCA (1),
7-channel preamp XLR (1), sub- woofer RCA (2), subwoofer XLR (2)
Additional: RS-232 (1), 12-volt trigger (3), IR emitter (2), IR inputs (3)

These listings are based on the manufacturer's stated specs; the HT Labs box below indicates the gear's performance on our test bench.

At A Glance: Anthem Statement P5 Amplifier

Feature
Number of Channels: 5
Power Rating (watts per channel): 325 at 8 ohms; 500 at 4 ohms; 675 at 2 ohms (specified at 20 Hz to 20 kHz)
Frequency Response: 5 Hz–100 kHz
Dimensions
(H x W x D, inches): 9.5 x 19.25 x 22.5
Weight (pounds): 130
Price: $5,999

These listings are based on the manufacturer's stated specs; the HT Labs box below indicates the gear's performance on our test bench.

Connections
Inputs: XLR (5), RCA (5)
Outputs: Five-way binding posts (5 pairs)
Additional: 12-volt trigger input and output

Ratings: Anthem Statement P5 Amplifier

Build Quality: 97
• Has excellent connectivity and is software upgradeable
• The 130-pound amplifier hosts five completely independent 325-watt channels

Value: 90
• The fully loaded D2 is expensive but worth it
• The gargantuan P5 is more powerful than most similarly priced high-end designs

Features: 96
• D2 includes HDMI switching for four HDMI sources
• P5's no-fuse design supposedly improves sound while minimizing service problems

Performance: 97
• The D2 and P5 possess the magical combination of transparency and warmth
• Spectacularly holographic sound

Ergonomics: 86
• The D2's extensive menu setup options might intimidate neophytes, but hard-core enthusiasts will love it
• Unpacking the behemoth amp is a workout

Overall Rating: 94
With Anthem's Statement D2 and Statement P5 in your system, the realism of music and movies gets ratcheted up a few notches. And the really amazing thing is that they make it happen without discernable effort.

General Information
Statement D2 Surround Processor, $6,699
Statement P5 Amplifier, $5,999
Anthem
(905) 362-0958
www.anthemav.com
Dealer Locator Code ANT