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  • Home AV

    87

    Marantz announces the Cinema 30 AV receiver

    by Ian Collen
    Marantz announces the Cinema 30 AV receiver
    With 11 channels of 140W amplification and the capacity to process 13.4-channel audio, the new AVR is set to jump to the top of the series, featuring support for 8K video, Dolby Atmos, and more.  
  • Home AV

    9

    Home AV Products of 2023/24 - Editor's Choice Awards

    by AVForums
    Home AV Products of 2023/24 - Editor's Choice Awards
    We’ve looked back and picked our favourite Home AV products which we’ve reviewed and recommended for the 2023-24 period, so check out our Editor’s Choice Award winners for your next AV or home cinema project.  
  • Hi-Fi

    5

    Marantz launches CD 50n network player and Model 50 amp

    by Ian Collen
    Marantz launches CD 50n network player and Model 50 amp
    Whether you’re looking for a single component upgrade or a perfectly harmonised Hi-Fi combination, this duo aims for high-end quality at an affordable price.  
  • Home AV

    178

    Marantz AV 10 Processor and AMP 10 Amplifier Review

    by Doug Pyper
    Marantz AV 10 Processor and AMP 10 Amplifier Review
    Marantz states that its new AV 10 processor and AMP 10 amplifier represent the pinnacle of the brand’s AV history. Given Marantz’s record of producing superb home cinema products, that’s quite a claim. Let’s see if it’s justified.  
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  • Home AV

    15

    Marantz prepares to launch Stereo 70s receiver

    by Ian Collen
    Marantz prepares to launch Stereo 70s receiver
    The company's latest slimmed-down 2-channel solution delivers up to 75W per channel with 8K and HEOS support to help with your wider home entertainment needs.  
  • Home AV

    70

    Marantz Cinema 60 DAB AV Receiver Review

    by Doug Pyper
    Marantz Cinema 60 DAB AV Receiver Review
    Marantz’s new Cinema range revamps the company’s longstanding design language with AVRs that look a good deal more elegant than the industry norm. But does the Cinema 60 sound as refined as its appearance suggests?  
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  • Home AV

    15

    Marantz launches AV 10 and AMP 10 preamp and power amplifier duo

    by Ian Collen
    Marantz launches AV 10 and AMP 10 preamp and power amplifier duo
    Announced as part of the company’s Cinema series last year, the 15.4-channel preamp/processor and 16-channel power amp are now ready to play.  
  • Home AV

    100

    Marantz set to launch new Cinema Series of AV receivers

    by Ian Collen
    Marantz set to launch new Cinema Series of AV receivers
    The Cinema 40, 50, 60, and 70s models will also be joined by an AV 10 pre-amp/processor and AMP 10 16-channel amplifier.  
  • Hi-Fi

    18

    Marantz launches CD 60 CD player

    by Ian Collen
    Marantz launches CD 60 CD player
    This elegant CD player comes with its latest Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules, a new reference-class D/A converter, and easy-access USB playback.  
  • Hi-Fi

    23

    Marantz announces Model 40n digital integrated amplifier

    by Ian Collen
    Marantz announces Model 40n digital integrated amplifier
    The Model 40n adds the digital inputs from the SACD 30 but drops the disc player for a streaming amplifier solution that just needs speakers.  
  • Home AV

    114

    Denon and Marantz introduce 8K HDMI switchers

    by Andy Bassett
    Denon and Marantz introduce 8K HDMI switchers
    Sound United has unveiled the Denon AVS-3 and Marantz VS3003, a pair of 8K HDMI switcher units for its Denon and Marantz brand 8K AV receivers.  
  • Home AV

    97

    Denon and Marantz AVRs made after May 2021 are HDMI 2.1 bug free

    by Andy Bassett
    Denon and Marantz AVRs made after May 2021 are HDMI 2.1 bug free
    UPDATED 19-Aug-2021: Purchasers of Denon and Marantz AV receivers manufactured after May 2021 are promised an HDMI 2.1 bug free experience straight out of the box.  
  • Home AV

    9

    Marantz unveils new flagship AV8805A AV pre-amplifier

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz unveils new flagship AV8805A AV pre-amplifier
    Marantz has announced a new, top of the range version of its renowned AV8805 AV pre-amplifier. The brand new AV8805A promises 8K compatibility, HDMI 2.1 bandwidth support up to 40Gbps plus the addition of DTS:X Pro and new HDR formats.  
  • Home AV

    484

    Denon and Marantz issue hardware fix for AVR 4K/120 and 8K issue

    by Andy Bassett
    Denon and Marantz issue hardware fix for AVR 4K/120 and 8K issue
    Owners of Denon and Marantz AVRs affected by an HDMI 2.1 incompatibility issue that prevents correct pass-through of 4K/120 and 8K signals will be offered the SPK618 HDMI adapter - a free of charge hardware solution.  
  • Hi-Fi

    36

    Marantz Model 30 Integrated Amp & SACD 30N Streaming Player Review

    by Ed Selley
    Marantz Model 30 Integrated Amp & SACD 30N Streaming Player Review
    Marantz resurrects a classic name and some equally classic styling cues for their latest stereo components - is this nostalgia or a worthwhile look back?  
    9
  • Home AV

    205

    What is Audyssey Room Correction?

    by Steve Withers
    What is Audyssey Room Correction?
    The biggest influence on sound quality is the room itself, and while you can physically mitigate some of the negative aspects with acoustic treatments, a software solution is easier. Audyssey Room Correction was one of the first, and remains hugely popular in affordable receivers and processors.  
  • Home AV

    555

    Denon, Marantz and Yamaha AV receivers hit by HDMI 2.1 bug

    by Andy Bassett
    Denon, Marantz and Yamaha AV receivers hit by HDMI 2.1 bug
    UPDATED 30-Oct-2020: It seems that the implementation of HDMI 2.1 in some of the most recently launched AV Receivers is problematic and not delivering the fully promised 4K 120Hz experience.  
  • Home AV

    142

    Marantz SR7015 AV Amplifier Review

    by Steve Withers
    Marantz SR7015 AV Amplifier Review
    Marantz's new SR7015 9-channel AV amplifier boasts every feature imaginable, including support for 8K. But do all these new bells and whistles justify an upgrade?  
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  • Home AV

    29

    Marantz announces AV7706 8K AV surround pre-amplifier

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz announces AV7706 8K AV surround pre-amplifier
    The new AV7706 AV pre-amplifier features the latest surround sound audio formats, 8K compatibility, 11.2 channels and plenty of connectivity.  
  • Hi-Fi

    65

    Marantz launches MODEL 30 amplifier and SACD 30n Network CD player

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz launches MODEL 30 amplifier and SACD 30n Network CD player
    Marantz introduces the next phase in its product development with a new look to its latest releases, the next generation MODEL 30 Integrated Amplifier and SACD 30n Network Audio Streamer and SACD Player.  
  • Hi-Fi

    86

    Marantz launches PM6007 integrated amplifier and CD6007 CD player

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz launches PM6007 integrated amplifier and CD6007 CD player
    The new entry level PM6007 integrated amp and CD6007 compact disc player are aimed at audiophiles and everyday listeners alike and come in towards the more affordable end of the two channel audio spectrum.  
  • Hi-Fi

    Marantz unveils 12 Series Special Edition models

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz unveils 12 Series Special Edition models
    Marantz has unveiled its latest products which have been bestowed with Special Edition status - the 12 series PM-12 Integrated amplifier and the SA-12 SACD player with DAC mode.  
  • Home AV

    30

    Marantz introduces NR1711 slimline 8K AVR

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz introduces NR1711 slimline 8K AVR
    Following Marantz’s recent launch of its 8K ready SR series AV receivers comes the NR1711 which has many of its larger siblings’ features but in a slimline package.  
  • Home AV

    88

    Marantz announces 8K ready SR series AV Receivers

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz announces 8K ready SR series AV Receivers
    Marantz has announced its 2020 range of 8K compatible SR series AVR hardware including the SR5015 AV Receiver and the SR6015, SR7015 and SR8015 AV Amplifiers.  
  • Hi-Fi

    16

    Denon and Marantz bring Roon compatibility to products

    by Andy Bassett
    Denon and Marantz bring Roon compatibility to products
    Owners of a selection of products from audio specialists Denon and Marantz will now be able to enjoy Roon’s music management capabilities.  
  • Hi-Fi

    24

    Marantz Melody X All-in-One System Review

    by Ed Selley
    Marantz Melody X All-in-One System Review
    Marantz promises that the Melody X is ‘True Hi-Fi’ in a compact and user friendly container. Is this the affordable one box of choice?  
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  • Hi-Fi

    17

    Audio legend Ken Ishiwata passes

    by Andy Bassett
    Audio legend Ken Ishiwata passes
    Having recently moved on from Marantz, audio legend Ken Ishiwata dies unexpectedly.  
  • Home AV

    13

    Sound United pulls plug on Onkyo/Pioneer deal

    by Andy Bassett
    Sound United pulls plug on Onkyo/Pioneer deal
    Sound United is home to a great many well known and respected audio brands and in May 2019, an interim announcement was made that Onkyo and Pioneer would be joining the fold. That appears to have now changed.  
  • Hi-Fi

    11

    Marantz unveils PM7000N streaming amplifier

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz unveils PM7000N streaming amplifier
    Marantz unveils the PM7000N two channel streaming amplifier for the modern music fan wanting Hi-Res music compatibility and streaming options anywhere in the home.  
  • Home AV

    58

    Marantz launches SR5014 and SR6014 AV receivers

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz launches SR5014 and SR6014 AV receivers
    Marantz launches the successors to last year’s SR5013 and SR6013 with the incrementally themed SR5014 and SR6014 AV receivers.  
  • Hi-Fi

    67

    Marantz announces NR1200 stereo receiver

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz announces NR1200 stereo receiver
    Marantz announces their NR1200 stereo receiver, a traditional two channel receiver with plenty of all-in-one convenience for modern AV systems.  
  • Home AV

    20

    Marantz announces SR5014 and SR6014 AV Receivers

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz announces SR5014 and SR6014 AV Receivers
    Marantz announces the successors to last year’s SR5013 and SR6013 with the incrementally themed SR5014 and SR6014 AV Receivers.  
  • Home AV

    125

    Marantz SR7013 AV Receiver Review

    by Phil Hinton
    Marantz SR7013 AV Receiver Review
    The latest AV Receiver from Marantz has many of the same features as its predecessor, with up to date connections for 4K HDR including Dolby Vision & HLG, along with all current immersive formats and IMAX Enhanced. So is it any good?  
    9
  • Home AV

    16

    Marantz launches NR1510 and NR1710 AV receivers

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz launches NR1510 and NR1710 AV receivers
    Sound United, Marantz's parent company launches the NR1510 and NR1710 AV receivers in the same week that Denon unveils their latest budget AVRs.  
  • Hi-Fi

    8

    Marantz bids farewell to Ken Ishiwata

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz bids farewell to Ken Ishiwata
    After 41 years as a leading light at the company, Marantz bids a fond farewell to the legendary Ken Ishiwata.  
  • Hi-Fi

    29

    Onkyo and Pioneer to join Sound United

    by Andy Bassett
    Onkyo and Pioneer to join Sound United
    Well known audio brand Onkyo, who already own Pioneer, will join previous rivals Denon and Marantz under Sound United's wing.  
  • Home AV

    54

    Marantz NR1509 AV Receiver Review

    by Phil Hinton
    Marantz NR1509 AV Receiver Review
    The Marantz NR1509 AVR delivers 5.2 channels with support for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. It has 6 HDMI inputs and is fully compatible with the latest 4K Ultra HD video specifications, including Dolby Vision. So is this the perfect step down or entry point for those wanting quality, but without the need for immersive audio?  
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  • Hi-Fi

    16

    Marantz launches Melody X music system

    by Andy Bassett
    Marantz launches Melody X music system
    Marantz combines a CD player, DAB and network streamer into a compact unit and launches the Melody X music system.  
  • Hi-Fi

    640

    Do High End Amplifiers All Sound The Same?

    by AVForums
    Do High End Amplifiers All Sound The Same?
    The premise has been made that high end amplifiers sound largely the same and the main benefit is just a psychological feel good. Could this really be the case? Or is this the opinion of a few enthusiasts who have not heard enough different models?  
  • Home AV

    185

    Marantz AV8805 13.2-Channel AV Processor Review

    by Steve Withers
    Marantz AV8805 13.2-Channel AV Processor Review
    The Marantz AV8805 is not only an excellent performer but it also supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D, making it one of the cheapest AV processor to handle all three immersive audio formats.  
    9

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