On the audio side of things, as well as supporting 7.2-channel Dolby Atmos and DTS:X playback the AN1000 is equipped with support for Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology.

Thankfully, there are deals to be found which do bring the current Sony amplifier down to a slightly more palatable price, such as this £200 saving on Amazon, which drops the price to just £799. ...