Marantz NR1508 vs Pioneer VSX-80

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer VSX-80
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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

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Bluetooth, Ethernet

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Marantz NR1508
      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-80
      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 VSX-80 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 VSX-80 has 7 channel amplifiers with Marantz NR1508's being less powerful.


      Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80

      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 VSX-80 was introduced in 2014. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo) video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz NR1508 and Pioneer VSX-80 and gave both of them the score of 77 out of 100. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer VSX-80

      Amplifier
      77
      Amplifier
      75
      Audio Features
      66
      Audio Features
      75
      Video Features
      94
      Video Features
      73
      Connectivity
      81
      Connectivity
      76
      Zones
      56
      Zones
      90
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      85
      OVERALL
      77
      OVERALL
      77

      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 VSX-80.

      PROS

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer VSX-80

      •   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
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Bluetooth
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify

      CONS

      Marantz NR1508

      Pioneer VSX-80

      •   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
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono 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 VSX-80

      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 90 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   3 HDMI Outputs

      3. Advantage of Marantz NR1508

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz NR1508 over Pioneer VSX-80.

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      Marantz NR1508 vs Pioneer VSX-80
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      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
      More Composite Video Inputs 3 vs 2
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS vs FM/AM
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz vs 2.8 MHz
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 2 Years Parts & Labor

      4. Advantage of Pioneer VSX-80

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer VSX-80 over Marantz NR1508.

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      Marantz NR1508 vs Pioneer VSX-80
      More Channels 5.2 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Bi-amp capability vs Front
      More Channel Processing 5.1 vs 7.1
      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 MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      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
      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-bit24 Audio Processing
      Video Signal Upscaling vs up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo)
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component****, Composite
      MHL Input vs 1 Rear (Version 2.0)
      More HDMI Inputs 6 (1 front) vs 7 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for MAIN/HDZONE)
      USB DC Out Port vs 1 Rear for AS-WL300 (5 V, 0.6 A)
      More Component Video Inputs vs 2
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Speaker A/B vs
      More Zones 1 vs 3
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 1 (Main, Zone2, HDZone)
      Pandora vs
      More Speaker Terminals 5 vs 9
      More Large Speaker Terminals 5 vs 9
      Bigger Power Supply 180 W vs 550 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 50 W (0.08% THD) vs 90 W (0.08% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 98 dB vs 100 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 VSX-80
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ Advanced MCACC
        Bluetooth SBC via optional AS-BT100 or AS-BT200 adapters (sold separately)
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 Front
        RCA Pre-Outs2.22.2
        Composite Video Inputs32
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        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/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
      4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
      4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
        Few 8K Inputs
        Few RCA Line Inputs33
        No Phono Input
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80

      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.

      7 channel Discrete Direct Energy Amplifier: Pioneer VSX-80 features 7 channel power amplifier with Discrete Direct Energy design. It is rated at 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).


        AMPLIFIER Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        Channels5.27.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability Front

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Marantz NR1508's and Pioneer VSX-80's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Configurations: Available configurations are:
        • Marantz NR1508: 5.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Pioneer VSX-80: 5.2, 7.2 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 VSX-80: 7.2.
        • Bi-Amp: Pioneer VSX-80 is able to bi-amp up to 2 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 VSX-80 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 for MAIN and 1 for MAIN/HDZONE.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Pioneer VSX-80: It can upscale up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo) from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Pioneer VSX-80 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: Marantz NR1508 is 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 VSX-80 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 VSX-80
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        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/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
        4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
        4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo)

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        9. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz NR1508 and Pioneer VSX-80 have 2.2 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: There are 3 pair of line inputs on both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available for digital audio connections on both receivers.
        • 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 VSX-80
          Inputs:           7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 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 VSX-80
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.
        • 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 VSX-80 supports up to 1080p (1125p) resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Marantz NR1508
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Pioneer VSX-80
          Inputs:           2   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Marantz NR1508: HDMI, USB
        • Pioneer VSX-80: HDMI, USB

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        TERMINALS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12 (1 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 Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs33
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.22.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs32
        Composite Video Outputs11
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1

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        10. Evaluations

        We evaluated Marantz NR1508 and Pioneer VSX-80 and gave both of them the score of 77 out of 100. 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 VSX-80

        OVERALL
        77
        OVERALL
        77

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        77
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   Low Power Output - 50 W
        GOOD
        75
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Power Output - 90 W

        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
        75
        •   7.2 Channels
        •   Front Wide Channel Support
        •   7.1 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

        Video Features

        EXCELLENT
        94
        •   HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        GOOD
        73
        •   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
        GOOD
        76
        •   No eARC
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   7 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Few RCA Line Inputs
        •   No Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet

        Zones

        AVERAGE
        56
        •   No Zones
        EXCELLENT
        90
        •   3 Zones

        Radio

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

        11. Specifications

        GENERAL Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        BrandMarantzPioneer
        SeriesSlimlineElite
        ModelNR1508VSX-80
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUKUSA
        Release Year20172014
        PredecessorMarantz NR1506 Pioneer VSX-70
        SuccessorMarantz NR1509 Pioneer VSX-90
        AMPLIFIER Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        Channels5.27.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Amplifier DesignDiscrete Direct Energy
        Current Feedback Topology
        Discrete Amplification
        HDAM
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability Front
        AUDIO FEATURES Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineTexas Instruments Aureus
        DACESS SABRE Premier
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing5.17.1
        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, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
        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
        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 Front L/R Channels
        Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2 Advanced Sound Retriever
        High-resolution Music Enhancer Hi-bit24 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 Surround11 + 1 Mode
        Wide Surround
        Front Stage Surround Advance
        Headphone Surround
        Virtual Speakers (Surround Back/Height/Wide)
        Virtual Depth
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        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-Band (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 VSX-80
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
        HDCP Version2.2
        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/60p (4:4:4 24-bit)
        4K/60p (4:2:2 36-bit)
        4K/24p (4:4:4 36-bit)
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K/60p (Marvell Qdeo)
        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 AdjustmentsYNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Chroma, Black Level
        Triple HD noise Reduction
        Super Resolution
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        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 Input 1 Rear (Version 2.0)
        DLNA 1.5
        Domotz Pro Compatible
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        OvrC Compatible
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod and iPhone via front USB
        Remote App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android)
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12 (1 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 Inputs11
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs11
        RCA Line Inputs33
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.22.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs32
        Composite Video Outputs11
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs2
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB
        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 VSX-80
        Number of Zones13
        Powered Zones2 and HDZone
        Zone 2 OutsRCA Pre/Line Out
        Zone 3 OutsHDMI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output1 (Main, Zone2, HDZone)
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
        MISCELLANEOUS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        On-Screen Display Hybrid Graphic User InterfaceGraphical User Interface (GUI) with Album Artwork (HDMI only)
        GUI Languages9
        Web Control
        Multi-Zone On-Screen Display
        AV Navigator Built-in
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/ Front Height/ Front Wide/ Front Bi-Amp/ Zone 2/ B-Speaker/ Powered HD Zone
        Display 1 line
        FL Dimmer
        Function Rename
        Remote ControllerRC033SRLearning Remote Control
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Setup Assistant
        RADIO Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        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 VSX-80
        Front PanelBrushed
        Solid Aluminum Front
        Speaker Terminals59
        Large Speaker Terminals59
        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 VSX-80
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Toroidal Transformer (EI)
        Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
        Transformer Stabilizer
        Power Consumption180 W550 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 VSX-80
        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 168 mm x 363 mm
        17-3/16" x 6-5/8" x 14-5/16"
        Weight8.2 kg (18 lbs 1 oz)9.8 kg (21 lb 10 oz)
        SPECIFICATIONS Marantz NR1508 Pioneer VSX-80
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)50 W (0.08% THD)90 W (0.08% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)60 W (0.7% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)165 W (1% 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)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)130 mV/47 kΩ315 mV/47 kΩ (Line)
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB100 dB
        S/N Ratio (Line, EIA, at 1 W (1 kHz))81 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
        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, 100 mA
        HDMI Input/MHL Terminal5 V, 900 mA
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 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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