Marantz NR1508 vs Pioneer SC-79

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer SC-79
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      Highlights

      • 5.2 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 9.1 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • USB DAC
      • THX™Ultra2 Plus Certified
      • 4K/30Hz Passthrough, 4K/30Hz Upscaling
      • Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Marantz NR1508
      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-79
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Amplifier
      7. Speaker Configurations
      8. Immersive Audio Formats
      9. HDMI
      10. Inputs and Outputs
      11. Evaluations
      12. Specifications

      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Marantz NR1508 to Pioneer SC-79 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Marantz NR1508 has 5 channel and the Pioneer SC-79 has 9 channel amplifiers with Marantz NR1508's being less powerful.


      Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79

      Marantz NR1508 was introduced in 2017. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz video signal.

      Pioneer SC-79 was introduced in 2013 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/30Hz and upscales up to 4K/30p video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz NR1508 and Pioneer SC-79 and gave them scores of 77 and 84 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer SC-79

      Amplifier
      77
      Amplifier
      97
      Audio Features
      66
      Audio Features
      78
      Video Features
      94
      Video Features
      66
      Connectivity
      81
      Connectivity
      87
      Zones
      56
      Zones
      95
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      85
      OVERALL
      77
      OVERALL
      84

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Marantz NR1508 and Pioneer SC-79.

      PROS

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer SC-79

      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   HEOS
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   9.1 Channel Processing
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   USB DAC
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Bluetooth
      •   9 HDMI Inputs
      •   5 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   4 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer

      CONS

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer SC-79

      •   Few Channels - 5.2
      •   Low Power Output - 50 W
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Tidal


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer SC-79

      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   RCA Line Inputs

      3. Advantage of Marantz NR1508

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz NR1508 over Pioneer SC-79.

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      Marantz NR1508 vs Pioneer SC-79
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/30p
      Wi-Fi vs via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately)
      Bluetooth SBC vs via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS vs FM/AM
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 2 Years Parts & Labor

      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-79

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer SC-79 over Marantz NR1508.

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      Marantz NR1508 vs Pioneer SC-79
      More Channels 5.2 vs 9.2
      Higher Power Output 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      THX™ Certification vs Ultra2 Plus
      Bi-amp capability vs Front, Center, Surround, SP-B
      Higher DAC Specs [] vs 192 kHz/32 Bit
      More Channel Processing 5.1 vs 9.1
      Air Studios Monitor Certification vs
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII vs PLIIz
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      Surround EX vs
      DTS Neo Neo:6 vs Neo:X
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs AIFF/WAV/Apple Lossless/FLAC/MP3/WMA/AAC/DSD 5.6Mhz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter vs
      USB DAC vs 192kHz/32-bit
      Jitter Reduction vs plus PQLS (HDMI Bitstream/ Multi)
      DTS Dialog Control vs []
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Dialogue Lift vs via Dialog Enhancement
      High-resolution Music Enhancer vs Hi-bit32 Audio Processing
      HDBaseT Compatible vs for MAIN/HDZONE (HDMI Extension via CAT5 Cable)
      Video Signal Upscaling vs up to 4K/30p
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component****, Composite
      MHL Input vs Android MHL 3D/Full-HD/Charge
      More HDMI Inputs 6 (1 front) vs 9 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
      USB DC Out Port vs 1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 2
      More Optical Outputs vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 2
      More RCA Line Inputs 3 vs 5
      More RCA Line Outputs vs 1
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 2.2 vs 11.2
      More Composite Video Inputs 3 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs vs 3
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI, USB, Composite Video
      Speaker A/B vs
      More Zones 1 vs 4
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2 (Main, Zone2, Zone 3, HDZone)
      Pandora vs
      More Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 180 W vs 370 W
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 60 W (0.7% THD) vs 200 W (1.0% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 98 dB vs 103 dB

      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ Advanced MCACC
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Bluetooth SBC via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 Front
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        No Dolby Atmos
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No DTS:X
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/30p
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79

      5 channel Amplifier: Marantz NR1508 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Class D3 Amplifier: Pioneer SC-79 features 9 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

        THX™ Ultra2 Plus certification

        Pioneer SC-79 is THX™ Ultra2 Plus certified. This means that it brings the cinematic experience to large home theaters, 3,000 cubic feet (85 cubic meters) in size, with a viewing distance of 12 feet (4 meters) or greater from the screen.



        AMPLIFIER Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Channels5.29.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        THX™ Certification Ultra2 Plus
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability Front, Center, Surround, SP-B

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Marantz NR1508's and Pioneer SC-79's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Configurations: Available configurations are:
        • Marantz NR1508: 5.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer SC-79: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
        • Marantz NR1508: Does not support.
        • Pioneer SC-79: 9.2.
        • Bi-Amp: Pioneer SC-79 is able to bi-amp up to 4 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

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        8. HDMI

        Marantz NR1508 comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        Pioneer SC-79 comes with 9 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for MAIN/HDZONE.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Marantz NR1508: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          4K/30Hz Passthrough on Pioneer SC-79: All inputs pass up to 4K/30p video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer SC-79: It can upscale up to 4K/30p from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Pioneer SC-79 supports analog to HDMI Upconversion, so you can input your analog video sources and output them digitally via HDMI. This means that you will need only one HDMI cable to connect to your TV.
        • BT.2020 Color Space: BT.2020 or Rec. 2020 is a color standard which delivers a wider color gamut compared to Rec. 709. It covers approximately 75% of the total visual spectrum while the Rec. 709 covers only 35% (available on Marantz NR1508 only).
        • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
        • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

        HDR (High Dynamic Range)

        Marantz NR1508 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Pioneer SC-79 does not support HDR. High dynamic range video has greater dynamic range than standard dynamic range (SDR) video with brighter whites and deeper blacks. The result is greater contrast and more details in dark and bright areas, better color and depth.



        VIDEO FEATURES Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible for MAIN/HDZONE (HDMI Extension via CAT5 Cable)
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/30p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/30p

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        9. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Pioneer SC-79 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz NR1508 has 2.2 and Pioneer SC-79 has 11.2 preamplifier outputs which allow you to connect the receivers to the external power amplifiers. You may want to use a high quality external amplifier for certain channels, usually for front L/R and center, and use the receiver to power the rest.
        • Analog Line Inputs and Outputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on Marantz NR1508 and 5 pair of line inputs on Pioneer SC-79 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Pioneer SC-79.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Marantz NR1508 and 2 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Pioneer SC-79 for digital audio connections.
        • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") headphone output jack on the front panel of each receiver.

        Video

        • HDMI:
        • Marantz NR1508
          Inputs:           6 (1 front)   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Pioneer SC-79
          Inputs:           9 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Marantz NR1508
          Inputs:           3   Outputs: 1.
        • Pioneer SC-79
          Inputs:           5   Outputs: 2.
        • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Pioneer SC-79 supports up to 1080p (1125p) resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Marantz NR1508
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Pioneer SC-79
          Inputs:           3   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Marantz NR1508: HDMI, USB
        • Pioneer SC-79: HDMI, USB, Composite Video

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        TERMINALS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)9 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs13 (2 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 Front
        USB DC Out Port1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
        Optical Inputs12
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs35
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs3
        Component Video Outputs1

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        10. Evaluations

        We evaluated Marantz NR1508 and Pioneer SC-79 and gave them scores of 77 and 84 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


        Marantz NR1508

        Pioneer SC-79

        OVERALL
        77
        OVERALL
        84

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        77
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   Low Power Output - 50 W
        EXCELLENT
        97
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 150 W
        •   THX™ Certification

        Audio Features

        AVERAGE
        66
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   5.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   No DSD via HDMI
        GOOD
        78
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   Front Wide Channel Support
        •   9.1 Channel Processing
        •   No Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   No DTS:X
        •   No IMAX Enhanced
        •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        •   DSD via HDMI
        •   USB DAC

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        94
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        AVERAGE
        66
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        81
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   HEOS
        •   6 HDMI Inputs
        •   1 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   9 HDMI Inputs
        •   5 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet

        Zones

        AVERAGE
        56
        •   No Zones
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   4 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        92
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        EXCELLENT
        85
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        11. Specifications

        GENERAL Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        BrandMarantzPioneer
        SeriesSlimlineElite
        ModelNR1508SC-79
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUKUSA
        Release Year20172013
        PredecessorMarantz NR1506 Pioneer SC-68
        SuccessorMarantz NR1509 Pioneer SC-89
        AMPLIFIER Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Channels5.29.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignClass D3 (Direct Energy HD)
        Current Feedback Topology
        Discrete Amplification
        HDAM
        THX™ Certification Ultra2 Plus
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability Front, Center, Surround, SP-B
        AUDIO FEATURES Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments Aureus
        DACESS SABRE32 Ultra
        DAC Specs192 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing5.19.1
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII PLIIz
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6 Neo:X
        DTS-HD Master Audio
        DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
        DTS 96/24
        DTS Express
        DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
        IMAX Enhanced
        Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        PCM 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Network Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDAIFF/WAV/Apple Lossless/FLAC/MP3/WMA/AAC/DSD 5.6Mhz
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC 192kHz/32-bit
        Jitter Reduction plus PQLS (HDMI Bitstream/ Multi)
        Auto Level ControlMulti-Channel
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift via Dialog Enhancement
        Sound Retriever Advanced (Multi-Channel / Auto with ARC)
        Sound Retriever AIR
        Digital noise Reduction
        Tone Control All Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2 Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer Hi-bit32 Audio Processing
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Pure Direct Mode
        Auto Surround
        Optimum Surround
        Advanced Surround15 + Headphone Surround
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance (Focus/Wide)
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ Advanced MCACC
        Audyssey App Support
        Manual MCACC
        MCACC Memory6
        Auto Phase Control Plus
        Full Band Phase Control
        Standing Wave Control
        EQ Bands9 (Advanced)
        Symmetric EQ
        X-Curve
        Distance Adjustment1/2 Inch
        Precision Distance
        Polarity Check
        Auto Subwoofer Crossover
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible for MAIN/HDZONE (HDMI Extension via CAT5 Cable)
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.22.2
        QMS (Quick Media Switching)
        ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
        VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
        QFT (Quick Frame transport)
        3-D Ready
        Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/30p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/30p
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p (1125p)
        Stream Smoother
        Pure Cinema
        Video Parameter AdjustmentsAdvanced Video Adjust - HD Sources Progressive Motion - YNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Black level
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Wi-Fi via optional AS-WL300 adapter (sold separately)
        Bluetooth SBC via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL InputAndroid MHL 3D/Full-HD/Charge
        DLNA 1.5
        Domotz Pro Compatible
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        OvrC Compatible
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad via front USB
        Remote App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices iControlAV2013 (for iOS and Android)
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)9 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs13 (2 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 Front
        USB DC Out Port1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
        Optical Inputs12
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs12
        RCA Line Inputs35
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs3
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB, Composite Video
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        Flasher In
        Remote Control In/Out1 / 1
        adapterport
        ZONES Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Number of Zones14
        Powered Zones 2 and 3
        Zone 2 OutsComponent Video, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out + Subwoofer
        Zone 3 OutsComposite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out + Subwoofer
        Zone 4 OutsHDMI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2 (Main, Zone2, Zone 3, HDZone)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        On-Screen Display Hybrid Graphic User InterfaceGraphical User Interface (GUI) with Album Artwork (HDMI only)
        GUI Languages9
        Web Control
        Multi-Zone On-Screen Display
        HDMI Speaker B Link
        AV Navigator Built-in
        PC Set-UpWith Remote Maintenance
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker Configuration
        Display 1 line
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerRC033SRLearning Remote Control (Lumius)
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Setup Assistant
        RADIO Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Presets63
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        ChassisInsulated Dual Chassis
        Front PanelAluminum (Hairline)
        Solid Aluminum Front
        ConstructionAdvanced Direct Construction
        Speaker Terminals511
        Large Speaker Terminals511
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        3D Space Frame Construction
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Toroidal Transformer (EI)
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption180 W370 W
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 25 W/35 W
        Standby Power0.2 W0.1 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Dimensions (W x H x D)440 mm x 105 mm x 376 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 173 mm x 376 mm)
        17-3/8" x 4-1/4" x 14-7/8" (with antenna up: 17-3/8" x 6-7/8" x 14-7/8")        		435 mm x 185 mm x 441 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-3/8"
        Weight8.2 kg (18 lbs 1 oz)17.6 kg (38.8 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer SC-79
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)50 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)150 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)60 W (0.7% THD)200 W (1.0% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)100 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)85 W (1% THD)
        Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)255 W (1.0% THD)
        Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive850 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
        THD0.04% (1 kHz, 130 W + 130 W, 8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)130 mV/47 kΩ400 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)5 mV/47 kΩ
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance400 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB103 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
        USB DAC TerminalUSB2.0 (Type B)
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        HDMI Terminal19-pin (not DVI)
        HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA
        HDMI Input/MHL Terminal5 V, 900 mA
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 2.1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
        AM Frequency522 kHz - 1611 kHz530 kHz - 1700 kHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
        Warranty3 Years2 Years Parts & Labor

        * - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
        ** - 480i/576i only
        *** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
        **** - 1080p signal is not converted

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