Rockville Home Matrix 4-Zone 8-Channel Amplifier
- Four independent zones, separate source and volume each
- Eight amplified channels, two per zone
- 600 watts total RMS, 75 watts per channel
- Multi-source inputs, Bluetooth, USB, optical, coaxial, RCA, and FM
- Two microphone inputs, with priority ducking
- Rack-mountable chassis, supports 4 to 8 ohm speakers
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A multi-zone amplifier for running separate audio sources in up to four rooms or areas at once, built for distributed sound rather than a single home theater setup.
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ASIN: B0BCVX66XVModel: HOME MATRIX 4Category: AV Receivers
Overview
Unlike a home theater surround receiver built for one room, this amplifier splits sound across four independent zones, letting each area run its own source and volume from a shared rack-mountable chassis.
Running four zones off one chassis keeps a whole-building audio setup to a single rack space instead of four separate amplifiers. Microphone inputs with automatic ducking suit paging or announcements over background music, which a home theater receiver does not offer. It has no video switching or surround processing, so a single-room theater setup needs a different product entirely.
Who it's for
An owner setting up whole-home or small-business background audio across several rooms or areas, especially one that also needs paging over a microphone, is the fit here. Anyone building a single-room home theater with video and surround sound needs a dedicated AV receiver instead.
Pros and cons
- Four zones run independent sources and volumes
- Microphone priority ducks music for announcements
- Multiple input types cover most existing sources
- Rack-mountable for a clean equipment closet install
- No video switching or HDMI inputs
- App control listed as Android only
- No listed multi-zone control panel included
Performance notes
Each zone draws its own two amplifier channels from the shared power supply, so all four zones can run different sources simultaneously without one zone's volume affecting another's. Microphone priority monitors the mic input and automatically lowers music playback across zones the moment someone speaks, then restores volume after. Line-level outputs per zone carry a duplicate signal to an external amplifier or subwoofer without passing back through the main amplifier stage.
Specifications
| Brand | Rockville |
|---|---|
| Model | HOME MATRIX 4 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 12.38 poundslower than 52% of 43 av receivers |
| Dimensions | 10.4 × 19 × 3.5 inches |
| Dimensions | 10.4 x 19 x 3.5 in |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power | 75 wattslower than 90% of 40 av receivers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | White Or Silver |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB, RCA |
| Other details | |
| Brand Tech | Rockville |
| Channels | 2 |
Closest rivals on specs
Onkyo TX-NR5100 7.2-Channel 8K Smart AV Receiver- Weight 12.38 vs 8.4 pounds (+47%)
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- Weight 12.38 vs 8.16 pounds (+52%)
Frequently asked questions
Can the Home Matrix 4 play a different song in every zone?
Yes, each of the four zones selects its own source independently, so one room can play Bluetooth audio while another uses the FM tuner or a wired input at the same time.
Does the Home Matrix 4 work with a paging microphone?
Yes, it has two microphone inputs with priority ducking that automatically lowers background music across zones while someone is speaking into the mic.
What speaker impedance does the Home Matrix 4 support?
It is rated for 4 to 8 ohm speakers across all eight channels, covering most standard passive speaker options.