Feb 28, 2020
Read MoreMarantz PM6006 vs Audiolab 6000A review
Marantz PM6006 review
Amplifier Marantz PM6006 has a low body, and its front panel almost completely follows the design of the facade PM6005. In the center is a strip with LED diodes indicating the choice of source. Below is the Source Direct key to start the signal bypassing the tone block and adjust the balance, the key to select the speaker sets (A or B) and activate the Loudness function. Even lower are the tone and balance knobs. On the right is the volume control, on the left is the input selector. The facade also has a headphone jack and a power / standby button. The device is equipped with a universal remote control. Concerning power output in Marantz PM6006 vs Audiolab 6000A comparison we can see that Marantz has 40W while Audiolab offers us 50W. Both at 8 Ohm load. 
Audiolab 6000A review
On board the device there are four digital inputs - a pair of optical and coaxial ones, capable of receiving a signal as high as 24 bit / 192 kHz. Three digital filters are provided: fast decay, slow decay, and minimum phase. In the headphone amplifier, the current feedback works. The MM phono stage circuit is made on field-effect transistors. In circuitry, much attention was paid to shielding the preamplifier section, protecting it from interference. 
Marantz PM6006 pros & cons
Pros
- Marantz has a fundamental understanding of what looks good, especially when you stack a PM6006 on it and make your other friends jealous
- iDevice Management
Cons
- I've had issues with volume control because the remote is too sensitive and makes it difficult to fine-tune the volume
Audiolab 6000A pros & cons
Pros
- The flexibility provided by the slew of digital inputs allowed me to streamline and simplify my stereo
- Good bass control
Cons
- I find the front panel unattractive
Marantz PM6006 vs Audiolab 6000A
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Product
Marantz PM6006
Audiolab 6000A
Model
PM6006
6000A
Brand
Marantz
Audiolab
Reviews
246
3
Amplifier
Channels
2
2
Power output (RMS), W/Ohm
90/8, 120/4
100/8, 150/4
Power output per channel, W/Ohm
40/8, 55/4
50/8, 75/4
Output Impedance, Ohm
8,4
8,4
Frequency response
10Hz-70KHz
20Hz-20KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.004
Signal-to-noise ratio, dB
83
110
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
CS4398 192 KHz/24-bit
ES9018K2M 384 KHz/32-bit
Speaker A/B switching
Pure direct mode
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
Control
Bass
Treble
Balance
Remote control
Extensive connection
Optical digital input/output
2/0
2/0
Coaxial digital input/output
1/0
2/0
Phono (MM) input
1
1
Subwoofer output
0
0
Headphone outputs
1
1
USB
0
1
Preamplifier outputs (pair)
0
1
Main inputs (pair)
0
0
Line level inputs (pair)
5
5
XLR inputs (pair)
0
0
Record outputs (pair)
1
0
DC trigger output (12V)
0
1
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/1
0/0
RS-232
0
0
Additional features
Auto power off
Built-in display
Power
Power consumption, W
395
Power consumption standby, W
0.3
0.5
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
43.9 x 10.4 x 37/17.3 x 4.1 x 14.6
44.5 x 6.5 x 30/17.5 x 2.5 x 11.8
Weight, kg/lbs
7.8/17.2
7.8/17.1
Other
Release year
2016
2018
Integrated amplifiers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.7Marantz PM6006
- 6.7Audiolab 6000A
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