Feb 28, 2020
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Marantz PM8006 review
Both Marantz models worth their money but of course PM8006 has higher power: 70W vs 40W at 8 Ohms. The Marantz PM8006 is equipped with an upscale built-in phono equalizer, the circuit of which has been completely redesigned by the company's engineers to precisely match today's current requirements for vinyl reproduction. The amplifier also uses proprietary HDAM modules that have proven themselves in the Marantz technique. The circuit of the device is built on discrete elements and is covered by current feedback, which allowed to obtain a linear operating characteristic, a wide dynamic range and minimize noise and distortion. 
Marantz PM6006 review
Thanks to the built-in converter CS4398 (24 bit / 192 kHz), the amplifier can be used as an external DAC. To do this, there is a coaxial input and a pair of optical inputs on its rear panel (the PM6005 model was equipped with only one optical connector), and the entire printed circuit board of the digital circuit is in a metal case-screen and does not adversely affect analog circuits. There is a set of linear RCA inputs, MM phono stage connectors, a recording output, and D-Bus system bus switching. 
Marantz PM8006 pros & cons
Pros
- It retains some of Marantz's signature homeliness, but to a lesser extent than previous amplifiers.
- The choice of input is huge, which allows you to connect almost everything imaginable
- Very high-quality input selector with distinctive latches
Cons
- Not enough dynamics and bass control
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 is very useful
Cons
- The remote is too sensitive and makes it difficult to fine-tune the volume
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Product
Marantz PM6006
Marantz PM8006
Model
PM6006
PM8006
Brand
Marantz
Marantz
Reviews
246
30
Amplifier
Channels
2
2
Power output (RMS), W/Ohm
90/8, 120/4
140/8, 200/4
Power output per channel, W/Ohm
40/8, 55/4
70/8, 100/4
Output Impedance, Ohm
8,4
8,4
Frequency response
10Hz-70KHz
5Hz-100KHz
THD in stereo, %
0.08
0.02
Signal-to-noise ratio, dB
83
125
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
CS4398 192 KHz/24-bit
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
2/0
0/0
Coaxial digital input/output
1/0
0/0
Phono (MM) input
1
1
Subwoofer output
0
0
Headphone outputs
1
1
USB
0
0
Preamplifier outputs (pair)
0
0
Main inputs (pair)
0
0
Line level inputs (pair)
5
7
XLR inputs (pair)
0
0
Record outputs (pair)
1
1
DC trigger output (12V)
0
0
Remote control input/output (IR)
1/1
1/1
RS-232
0
0
Additional features
Auto power off
Built-in display
Power
Power consumption, W
395
220
Power consumption standby, W
0.3
0.2
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 x 12.8 x 37.9/17.3 x5 x 15
Weight, kg/lbs
7.8/17.2
12/26.4
Other
Release year
2016
2017
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