Marantz NR1508 vs Yamaha RX-A3050

      Marantz NR1508

      Yamaha RX-A3050
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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
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, 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 Yamaha RX-A3050
      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 Yamaha RX-A3050 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 Yamaha RX-A3050 has 9 channel amplifiers with Marantz NR1508's being less powerful.


      Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050

      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.

      Yamaha RX-A3050 was introduced in 2015 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz NR1508 and Yamaha RX-A3050 and gave them scores of 78 and 90 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

      Yamaha RX-A3050

      Amplifier
      77
      Amplifier
      96
      Audio Features
      66
      Audio Features
      87
      Video Features
      94
      Video Features
      83
      Connectivity
      81
      Connectivity
      90
      Zones
      56
      Zones
      97
      Radio
      96
      Radio
      84
      OVERALL
      78
      OVERALL
      90

      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 Yamaha RX-A3050.

      PROS

      Marantz NR1508

      Yamaha RX-A3050

      •   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
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   High Power Output - 150 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   4 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify

      CONS

      Marantz NR1508

      Yamaha RX-A3050

      •   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
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz NR1508

      Yamaha RX-A3050

      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   3 HDMI Outputs

      3. Advantage of Marantz NR1508

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz NR1508 over Yamaha RX-A3050.

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      Marantz NR1508 vs Yamaha RX-A3050
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      Pandora vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n vs IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
      Newer Bluetooth Version 3․0 + EDR vs 2․1 + EDR
      Higher FM S/N Ratio Mono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB vs Mono/Stereo: 65 dB/64 dB
      Wider AM Frequency Range 520 kHz - 1710 kHz vs 531 MHz - 1611 MHz

      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A3050

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A3050 over Marantz NR1508.

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      Marantz NR1508 vs Yamaha RX-A3050
      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, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Bi-amp capability vs
      Higher DAC Specs [] vs 192 kHz/32 Bit
      More Channel Processing 5.1 vs 11.2
      Dolby Atmos vs up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 or 7.1.4 with external amp
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII vs PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS:X vs up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 or 7.1.4 with external amp via firmware update
      DTS Neural:X vs via firmware update
      Network Audio Formats MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD
      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
      Dialogue Lift vs no presence speakers required
      High-resolution Music Enhancer vs up to 96/24
      Video Signal Upscaling vs up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component****, Composite
      More HDMI Inputs 6 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 3
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 3 vs 8 (1 front)
      Phono Input vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 2.2 vs 11.2 (barter to Zone 2 and Zone 3)
      More Composite Video Inputs 3 vs 5 (1 front)
      More Component Video Inputs vs 3
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Composite Video
      More Zones 1 vs 4
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2
      Web Control vs
      More Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      Bigger Power Supply 180 W vs 490 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 50 W (0.08% THD) vs 150 W (0.06% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 100 W (10% THD) vs 230 W (10% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 98 dB vs 110 dB
      Lower FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0% vs Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%

      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 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with 3D, Multipoint and Angle measurement)
        HDR10
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Wi-Fi with Wireless Direct
        Bluetooth SBC
        Works with Amazon Alexa on MusicCast (Voice control using your Alexa device like Echo, Dot, Tap and Show)
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memoryiPod® / iPhone®, USB memory, portable audio player
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2 (barter to Zone 2 and Zone 3)
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        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
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        Old Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR2․1 + EDR

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050

      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 Amplifier: Yamaha RX-A3050 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.


        AMPLIFIER Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Channels5.29.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability

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        7. Speaker Configurations

        Marantz NR1508's and Yamaha RX-A3050's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
        • Marantz NR1508: Not supported.
        • Yamaha RX-A3050: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
        • Marantz NR1508: Not supported.
        • Yamaha RX-A3050: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
        • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
        • Marantz NR1508: 5.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A3050: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Yamaha RX-A3050 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.

        8. Immersive Audio Formats

        Dolby Atmos

        Yamaha RX-A3050 supports Dolby Atmos.

        • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Yamaha RX-A3050 supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.

        DTS:X

        Yamaha RX-A3050 supports DTS:X.

        • DTS Neural:X: Yamaha RX-A3050 features DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
        AUDIO DECODING Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 or 7.1.4 with external amp
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 or 7.1.4 with external amp via firmware update
        DTS Neural:X via firmware update
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6 Neo:6
        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

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        9. HDMI

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

        Yamaha RX-A3050 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 for MAIN and 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        • 4K Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A3050: It can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Yamaha RX-A3050 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.

        Yamaha RX-A3050 supports HDR10 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 Yamaha RX-A3050
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        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/60p 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 60p 4:4:4

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        10. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Yamaha RX-A3050 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 Yamaha RX-A3050 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. Also, Yamaha RX-A3050 has 11 channel processing but has only 5 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
        • Analog Line Inputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on Marantz NR1508 and 8 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A3050 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Marantz NR1508 and 3 optical inputs and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A3050 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.
        • Yamaha RX-A3050
          Inputs:           8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
          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.
        • Yamaha RX-A3050
          Inputs:           5   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.
        • Yamaha RX-A3050 supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Marantz NR1508
          Inputs:           0   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3050
          Inputs:           3   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Marantz NR1508: HDMI, USB
        • Yamaha RX-A3050: HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Composite Video

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        TERMINALS Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memoryiPod® / iPhone®, USB memory, portable audio player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs13
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs38 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2 (barter to Zone 2 and Zone 3)
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs11
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs3
        Component Video Outputs1

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        11. Evaluations

        We evaluated Marantz NR1508 and Yamaha RX-A3050 and gave them scores of 78 and 90 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

        Yamaha RX-A3050

        OVERALL
        78
        OVERALL
        90

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        77
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   Low Power Output - 50 W
        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   High Power Output - 150 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
        EXCELLENT
        87
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.2 Channel Processing
        •   Dolby Atmos
        •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        •   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
        83
        •   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
        90
        •   No eARC
        •   New HDCP Version
        •   Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Works with Amazon Alexa
        •   8 HDMI Inputs
        •   3 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Component Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR

        Zones

        AVERAGE
        56
        •   No Zones
        EXCELLENT
        97
        •   4 Zones

        Radio

        EXCELLENT
        96
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   Tidal
        GOOD
        84
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   No Pandora
        •   Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        12. Specifications

        GENERAL Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        BrandMarantzYamaha
        SeriesSlimlineAventage
        ModelNR1508RX-A3050
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUSAAustralia
        Release Year20172015
        PredecessorMarantz NR1506 Yamaha RX-A3040
        SuccessorMarantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3060
        AMPLIFIER Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Channels5.29.2
        Power Output50 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Front Wide Channel Support
        Current Feedback Topology
        Discrete Amplification
        HDAM
        THX™ Certification
        Continuous 6 Ω Rated
        Certified 4 Ω Performance
        Bi-amp Capability
        AUDIO FEATURES Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Surround:AI™
        DACESS
        DAC Specs192 kHz/32 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing5.111.2
        Air Studios Monitor Certification
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 or 7.1.4 with external amp
        Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        Dolby Atmos Music
        Dolby TrueHD
        Dolby Digital Plus
        Dolby Surround Upmixer
        Dolby Pro Logic PLII PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 or 7.1.4 with external amp via firmware update
        DTS Neural:X via firmware update
        DTS Virtual:X
        DTS Neo Neo:6 Neo:6
        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, DSDMP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, 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 up to 192 kHz
        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
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift no presence speakers required
        Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2
        High-resolution Music Enhancer up to 96/24
        Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
        Initial Volume & Maximum Volume Setting
        Audyssey Dynamic EQ
        Audyssey Dynamic Volume
        Audyssey LFC
        Audyssey Sub EQ HT
        Audyssey DSX
        Direct Mode
        Straight Decoding Mode
        Pure Direct Mode with Video On mode
        CINEMA DSP HD3
        DSP Programs23
        SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP Virtual CINEMA FRONT
        Virtual Speakers including surround back
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with 3D, Multipoint and Angle measurement)
        Audyssey App Support
        YPAO Volume
        PEQ for SUBDown to 31 Hz
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        HDR10
        HDR10+
        Dynamic HDR
        BT.2020 color space
        Dolby Vision
        HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
        HDBaseT Compatible
        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/60p 4:4:4
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p
        Video Parameter Adjustments
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Wi-Fi with Wireless Direct
        Bluetooth SBC
        Works with Amazon Alexa on MusicCast (Voice control using your Alexa device like Echo, Dot, Tap and Show)
        Chromecast Built-In
        Works with SonoS
        HEOS
        DTS Play-Fi
        MHL Input
        DLNA 1.5
        MusicCast
        Domotz Pro Compatible
        Remote Monitoring with ihiji
        OvrC Compatible
        AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
        Remote App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices (iPhone® / iPad® / Android™ phone / tablet)
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12 (1 for MAIN, 1 for Sub/Zone2/ZONE4)
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memoryiPod® / iPhone®, USB memory, portable audio player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs13
        Optical Outputs
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs38 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2 (barter to Zone 2 and Zone 3)
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs11
        S-Video Inputs
        S-Video Outputs
        Component Video Inputs3
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB, Analog Audio, 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
        dockport
        ZONES Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Number of Zones14
        Powered ZonesZone 2 / 3
        Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Component, Composite, RCA Preout
        Zone 3 OutsComponent, Composite, RCA Preout
        Zone 4 OutsHDMI
        Zone B Video Output HDMI
        Zone GUI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2
        Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
        Party Mode
        MISCELLANEOUS Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        On-Screen Display Hybrid Graphic User InterfaceGraphical User Interface
        GUI Languages3
        SCENESCENE PLUS (12 sets)
        Web Control
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Display 1 line
        Remote ControllerRC033SR (Preset)
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Setup Assistant
        RADIO Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Presets40
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Solid Aluminum Front
        A.R.T. Wedge
        Speaker Terminals511
        Large Speaker Terminals511
        Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
        Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
        High Grade Audio Components
        Gold plated RCA terminals
        POWER Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 240 V, 50 Hz
        Toroidal Transformer (EI)
        Power Consumption180 W490 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 Yamaha RX-A3050
        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 192 mm x 474 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 247 mm x 474 mm)
        17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 18-5/8" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-1/8" x 18-5/8")
        Weight8.2 kg (18 lbs 1 oz)18.1 kg (39.9 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Marantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3050
        Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)50 W (0.08% THD)150 W (0.06% THD)
        Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)165 W (0.9% THD)
        Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)185 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA)230 W (10% THD)
        Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)165 W (0.06% 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)200 W (0.9% THD)
        Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)100 W (10% THD)230 W (10% THD)
        Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)85 W (1% THD)
        Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)230 W (0.9% THD, Front)
        Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)410 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)295 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)220 W
        Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)175 W
        THD0.04% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 55 W, 8 Ω)
        THD (Phono)0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT)
        Damping Factor150 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)130 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
        Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)3.5 mV/47 kΩ
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.4 V
        Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono)60 mV
        Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/1.2 kΩ
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB110 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)95 dB
        Frequency Response (Analog In)+1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode)+0/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz)
        Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Speaker Out)
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)75 dB/60 dB
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)75 dB/60 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz5.6 MHz, 2.8 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 Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
        Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)5 Hz to 100 MHz, ±3 dB (Component)
        Video S/N Ratio60 dB
        Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
        Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/nIEEE 802.11 b/g/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR2․1 + EDR
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz
        FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
        FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
        FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dBMono/Stereo: 65 dB/64 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%
        AM Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz531 MHz - 1611 MHz
        AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
        Warranty3 Years3 Years

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

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