Marantz SR5013 vs Marantz NR1609

SR5013 vs NR1609 comparison chart

Marantz SR5013 vs Marantz NR1609 review

Marantz SR5013 vs Marantz NR1609

Marantz SR5013 review

The Marantz SR5013 receiver supports Dolby Atmos and DTS: X formats, which will allow evaluating the fullness of the 3D sound. There is a difference in power between the Marantz SR5013 vs Marantz NR1609, in SR5013 the amplifier delivers 100 W/channel versus 50W/channel in NR1609 at the same 8 Ohm. Audyssey MultEQ XT technology will help customize the sound to any speaker set. The receiver supports the 4K video playback and also supports video formats such as HLG, HDR, and Dolby Vision. Thanks to multiroom feature HEOS, this receiver can become the center of a home media system.

Marantz SR5013

Marantz NR1609 review

This 7.2-channel device, made in a compact form factor, supports Dolby Atmos and DTS: X surround, object-oriented sound features, as well as the DTS Virtual: X support in comparison to the SR5013. Also, there are the latest specifications of HDMI-video in 4K/60 FPS with HDR and Dolby Vision. The dual-antenna system allows you to stream music from popular music services via Bluetooth, AirPlay, or from the HEOS app.

Marantz NR1609 review

Marantz SR5013 pros and cons

Pros

  • Using an Amazon Echo device, you can control the receiver
  • The SR5013 also comes with built-in Bluetooth and AirPlay 2 for live music streaming from any compatible device

Cons

  • Before using it requires careful setup and can be tricky for those who are not familiar with receivers

Marantz NR1609 pros and cons

Pros

  • The model can with audio in Hi-Res up to 24 bit / 192 kHz and DSD up to 5.6 MHz
  • Own Marants technologies such as Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ provide comfortable listening, even at low volume levels

Cons

  • The installation of the unit is difficult due to a lack of instructions

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