Marantz PM8006 vs Yamaha A-S701

PM8006 vs A-S701 comparison chart

Overall
Marantz PM8006
8
Yamaha A-S701
9
9
10
10
10

Marantz PM8006 vs Yamaha A-S701 review

Marantz PM8006
vs
Yamaha A-S701

Here we show you integrated amps comparison of Marantz PM8006 vs Yamaha A-S701 based on specifications, reviews and ratings. Based on our rating, PM8006 has a total rating of 8 out of 10 vs 9 out of 10 for A-S701.

Advantages Marantz PM8006 over Yamaha A-S701

  • Better signal-to-noise ratio: 125dB vs 99dB

Advantages Yamaha A-S701 over Marantz PM8006

  • Better Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) in stereo: 0.01% vs 0.02%
  • Can be pure amplifier without any sound processing with Pure direct mode
  • Built-in optical digital in/out: 1/0
  • Built-in coaxial digital in/out: 1/0
  • Subwoofer output lets you connect an optional powered sub
  • USB port

Common strengths

  • Have speaker A/B switching
  • Bass control available
  • Treble control available
  • Balance control available
  • Moving Magnet (MM) Phono stage
Votes 20 20
Rating 3.9 3.9
Marantz PM8006

Feb 28, 2020

You have probably heard that the Marantz PM8006 has a distinctive signature sound with smooth mid frequencies, focused and deep bass and beautiful, airy highs. But what are the Marantz PM8006 specs? ...

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Yamaha A-S701

Feb 28, 2020

Yamaha pleased its customers with another amp model. Model A-S701 is equipped with modern technology and gives excellent sound. Check all Yamaha A-S701 specs in this Yamaha A-S701 review. Article n...

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Common

Product

Marantz PM8006
Yamaha A-S701

Model

PM8006
A-S701

Brand

Marantz
Yamaha

Reviews

30
378

Amplifier

Channels

2
2

Power output (RMS), W/Ohm

140/8, 200/4
200/8, 240/6

Power output per channel, W/Ohm

70/8, 100/4
100/8, 120/6

Output Impedance, Ohm

8,4
8,6

Frequency response

5Hz-100KHz
10Hz-100KHz

THD in stereo, %

0.02
0.01

Signal-to-noise ratio, dB

125
99

Audio features

Digital to analog converter (DAC)

CS4398 192 KHz/24-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

0/0
1/0

Coaxial digital input/output

0/0
1/0

Phono (MM) input

1
1

Subwoofer output

0
1

Headphone outputs

1
1

USB

0
1

Preamplifier outputs (pair)

0
0

Main inputs (pair)

0
0

Line level inputs (pair)

7
8

XLR inputs (pair)

0
0

Record outputs (pair)

1
2

DC trigger output (12V)

0
0

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

220
230

Power consumption standby, W

0.2
0.5

User manual

Manual

Dimensions

Size W x H x D, cm/inches

44 x 12.8 x 37.9/17.3 x5 x 15
43.5 x 15 x 38.7/17.1 x 6 x 15.2

Weight, kg/lbs

12/26.4
11.2/24.7

Other

Release year

2017
2014
Marantz PM8006
Yamaha A-S701
Marantz PM8006
Yamaha A-S701

Integrated amplifiers CHooseratoR comparison rating

  • better
  • worse
  • 8
  • 9
  • 8Marantz PM8006
  • 9Yamaha A-S701