Popular integrated amplifier comparisons 2024 - page 2

  • Marantz PM6006 review Marantz PM8006 review

    Marantz PM6006 vs PM8006

    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...
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  • Marantz PM8005 review Marantz PM8006 review

    Marantz PM8005 vs PM8006

    The models from the same series line have rather different power output figures. PM8006 has 70W while PM8005 has only 35W both at 8-ohm load. It is made in a corporate design with a curly aluminum front panel, on which there are all controls arranged symmetrically relative to the vertical axis. In addition to the usual input...
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  • Rega Brio review Marantz PM8006 review

    Rega Brio vs Marantz PM8006

    The circuitry provides the necessary stability of the amplifier when working with speakers with a complex impedance characteristic. The amplifier volume control is built according to a new scheme to achieve the most smooth and accurate tune of the signal level without audible noise. The Marantz PM8006 power supply is built on the basi...
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  • Rega Brio review PS Audio Sprout100 review

    Rega Brio vs PS Audio Sprout100

    The Sprout100 has almost the same power output as its opponent. 50W vs 58W at 8 Ohms. Connection options are somewhat limited by the miniature size of the Sprout 100, but at the same time there is a phono input (for MM cartridges), a linear stereo input and a stereo output, a monaural output to a subwoofer, a headphone output ...
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  • Rega Brio review Audiolab 6000A review

    Rega Brio vs Audiolab 6000A

    In addition to the standard analog line inputs, there is a built-in MM phono stage, built on JFET transistors. The set of digital inputs includes optical and coaxial, there is also a wireless Bluetooth module with support for the aptX codec. All physical digital inputs support PCM stream with parameters up to 24 bit / 192 kHz. On the ...
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  • Onkyo A-9150 review Denon PMA-800NE review

    Onkyo A-9150 vs Denon PMA-800NE

    Denon wins in terms of power output. Here we have 50/8 vs 30/8 W/Ohm. The amplifier is equipped with an excellent built-in MM / MC phono stage, which can compete with many stand-alone devices. The digital section in the amplifier is represented by three optical and one coaxial inputs, which are capable of receiving a PCM signa...
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  • Marantz PM6006 review Denon PMA-800NE review

    Marantz PM6006 vs Denon PMA-800NE

    This unit takes the point when we talk about power output. It delivers 50W while Marantz has 40W at the same 8-ohm load. The amplifier is equipped with an excellent built-in MM / MC phono stage, which can compete with many stand-alone devices. The digital section in the amplifier is represented by three optical and one coa...
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  • Marantz PM5005 review Onkyo A-9110 review

    Marantz PM5005 vs Onkyo A-9110

    The Onkyo A-9110 integrated amplifier, created on the basis of the successful A-9010 model, is a component with a modified design of the original amplifier, which has earned a good reputation among both critics and customers for its dynamism and musicality. The amplifier is equipped with five RCA inputs, including the MM Phono i...
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  • Marantz PM5005 review Marantz PM6006 review

    Marantz PM5005 vs PM6006

    Two models from Marantz have different power. PM6006 has two times higher 40W compared to PM5005’s 20W at 8 Ohms. The preliminary and final stages of this unit are assembled on discrete elements, and there are no microcircuits on the signal path. The Marantz PM6006 circuit integrates HDAM SA2 and HDAM SA3 discrete ampl...
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  • Marantz PM6006 review Yamaha A-S501 review

    Marantz PM6006 vs Yamaha A-S501

    The power of the amp is 40W per channel at 8 ohms. At the same time Yamaha has 85W (8 Ohms). The model uses current feedback, which helps to minimize distortion, expand the frequency range, obtain excellent transient characteristics and, in combination with a powerful PSU, ensure reliable operation even with capricious speaker...
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  • Cambridge Audio CXA60 review Marantz PM6006 review

    Cambridge Audio CXA60 vs Marantz PM6006

    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 for triggering a signal bypassing the tone block and adjusting the balance, the key to ...
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  • Onkyo A-9150 review Marantz PM6006 review

    Onkyo A-9150 vs Marantz PM6006

    The power of the amp is 40W per channel at 8 ohms. At the same time Onkyo A-9150 has 30W (8 Ohms). 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 ...
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  • Cambridge Audio Azur 851A review Marantz PM8005 review

    Cambridge Audio Azur 851A vs Marantz PM8005

    This unit has the power of 60W (8 ohms) while his opponent owns power of 35W (8 ohms). Amplifier Cambridge Audio Azur 851A is equipped with unbalanced and balanced input connectors, and thus will be the ideal partner for the company's CD-player, with XLR-outputs. In total, seven line inputs are provided...
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  • Onkyo A-9150 review Cambridge Audio CXA60 review

    Onkyo A-9150 vs Cambridge Audio CXA60

    Here we have an equal output power for both models. It is 30W (8 Ohms). The stereo amplifier is equipped with an AKM AK4452 DAC (32 bit / 768 kHz) and a DIDRC filter, which makes it possible to increase linearity and minimize intermodulation distortion in the ultra-high frequency range, which translates into lower ...
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  • Marantz PM5005 review Pioneer Elite A-20 review

    Marantz PM5005 vs Pioneer Elite A-20

    It loses in terms of power. Pioneer has 30W compared to Marantz’s 20W (8 Ohms). The amplifier part of the Marantz PM5005 is built according to the current feedback circuitry, which ensures compatibility with various loads and a uniform frequency response. A shielded excess power transformer is installed in the ...
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  • Cambridge Audio Topaz AM10 review Marantz PM5005 review

    Cambridge Audio Topaz AM10 vs Marantz PM5005

    The sound output power is 20W (8 ohms). At the same time Cambridge Audio Topaz AM10 can offers us 35/8. The Marantz PM5005 is equipped with five line inputs and a pair of recording outputs. There is also a built-in phono stage, and for connecting speakers there are four pairs of speaker terminals, tha...
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  • Marantz HD-AMP1 review Rega Brio review

    Marantz HD-AMP1 vs Rega Brio

    This unit delivers 20W/8 Ohms of power vs 58/8 from his opponent. The equipment, having a weight of 5.8 kg, received a metal case with a massive aluminum front panel and elegant wood trim on the sides. The manufacturer used only first-class materials and special chassis, which made it possible to achieve a very low level of vibratio...
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  • Marantz HD-AMP1 review NAD D 3020 V2 review

    Marantz HD-AMP1 vs NAD D 3020 V2

    This unit delivers 20W/8 Ohms of power vs 30/8 from his opponent. The device is made on a two-layer chassis with an additional bottom plate, which effectively dampens any mechanical vibration that can degrade the sound. The HD-AMP1 is the first Marantz model in this class to use pulsed amplification technology. The company's...
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  • Yamaha A-S3000 review Rega Brio review

    Yamaha A-S3000 vs Rega Brio

    Here we have output power of 58/8 vs 120/8 W/Ohm where Yamaha takes the lead. The updated Brio is made in an elegant aluminum case, consisting of massive metal sides (in combination - cooling radiators), which are connected by lower and upper covers. On the front panel of “piano” black plastic there is a power button, a he...
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  • Cambridge Audio CXA60 review Rega Brio review

    Cambridge Audio CXA60 vs Rega Brio

    Out power of this unit overweighs the figure that his opponent has. Here we have 58W vs 30W (8 Ohms). Inside the amplifier, the wiring has been completely updated to match the higher characteristics of the device. In particular, an additional power source was installed to improve the isolation between sensitive input and...
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