Dec 13, 2019
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Marantz SR5013 review
The 7.2-channel Marantz SR5013 receiver is capable of handling even four-ohm loads while guaranteeing 100 W per channel at 8 Ohm (180 W / 6 Ohm). As part of Marantz SR5013 vs Marantz SR6012 review, it worth note that both devices have support for three-dimensional sound formats - Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. The receiver has an upscale function, which increases the resolution of any video format to 4K. The model uses HDAM modules that use current feedback and provide high-quality amplification, which translates into pure dynamic sound with an extended frequency range.
Marantz SR6012 review
Marantz SR6012 compared to the Marantz SR5013, is a 9.2-channel receiver with discrete HDAM amplifiers with current feedback, which produces 110 W but at 4 Ohm versus 8 Ohm in SR5013, provides clean dynamic sound and easily cope with low-impedance speakers. The Marantz SR6012 receiver is equipped with dual-band Wi-Fi, and AirPlay, Bluetooth are present to connect mobile equipment. It is possible to integrate the receiver into the HEOS multi-room system and broadcast the audio stream of the Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, Tidal, Deezer and other resources web services.
Marantz SR5013 pros and cons
Pros
- Each channel has a 32-bit AKM DAC, allowing you to play Hi-Res formats
- The Marantz AVR Remote app can be used to control the receiver
Cons
- No GoogleCast support for quick connection of Android devices
Marantz SR6012 pros and cons
Pros
- The ECO-mode helps to optimize the power consumption of the receiver
- The Audyssey MultEQ XT32 calibration system is complemented by a package of such technologies: Dynamic Volume, Dynamic EQ (optimizes frequency response), LFC and Sub EQ HT (ensures the coordinated operation of two subwoofers)
Cons
- Bluetooth connection is not stable
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Product
Marantz SR5013
Marantz SR6012
Model
SR5013
SR6012
Brand
Marantz
Marantz
Reviews
9
34
Amplifier
Channels
7.2
9.2
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
100/8, 140/6
110/8, 150/6
Output impedance, Ohm
8, 6
8, 6
Frequency response
10Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.08
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
AKM 384 KHz/32-bit
192 KHz/32-bit
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Audyssey MultEQ
Audyssey MultEQ XT32
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey LFC, Compressed Audio Enhancer(MDAX2), Hi-Res audio
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Compressed Audio Enhancer(MDAX2), Audyssey LFC, Hi-Res audio
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
2.4/5GHz
2.4/5GHz
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
1
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
AirPlay, AirPlay 2
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Deezer, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio
Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM, TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Sound Cloud
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
8/2
8/3
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
HDCP 2.2
HDCP 2.2
Subwoofer output (LFE)
2
2
Headphone output
1 x 6.3
1 x 6.3
Optical digital input
2
2
Coaxial digital input
2
2
Composite input
2
3
Component input/output
2/1
2/1
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic, AUX
USB, HDMI, phones, setup mic, AUX
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR10
4K signal pass-through
4K/60Hz
4K/60Hz
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
analog to HDMI
analog to HDMI
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
BT.2020, HLG
BT.2020, HLG
Additional features
Voice control
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI
App control
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android
iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android, Amazon Kindle
Display
colour OSD
colour OSD
Tuner
AM, FM
AM, FM
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
network, USB
network, USB
Other additional features
IP Control, Web Control
IP Control
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
2
2
Zone audio output
speaker, preout
speaker, preout
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
Marantz AVR Remote App, HEOS App
Marantz AVR Remote App
RS-232
1
1
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/0
1/0
DC trigger output (12V)
1
1
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-Surround
DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD, DTS-EXPRESS, DTS-Surround
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
has not
has not
Power
Operational power consumption, W
620
680
Standby consumption, W
0.2
0.2
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.5 x 16.1 x 33/17 x 6.3 x 13.6
43.5 x 16.1 x 37.9/17 x 6.3 x 15.3
Weight, kg/lbs
9.9/22.1
12.7/28.2
Other
Release year
2018
2017
AV receivers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 8.6Marantz SR5013
- 8.6Marantz SR6012
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