Marantz NR1509 vs Yamaha RX-A3010

      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
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.1 Channel Processing
      • 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Marantz NR1509 to Yamaha RX-A3010 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 NR1509 has 5 channel and the Yamaha RX-A3010 has 9 channel amplifiers with Marantz NR1509's being less powerful.


      Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010

      Marantz NR1509 was introduced in 2018. 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-A3010 was introduced in 2011 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 150 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 1080/60p and upscales up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900) video signal.


      We evaluated Marantz NR1509 and Yamaha RX-A3010 and gave them scores of 78 and 80 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 NR1509

      Yamaha RX-A3010

      Amplifier
      78
      Amplifier
      95
      Audio Features
      66
      Audio Features
      73
      Video Features
      94
      Video Features
      55
      Connectivity
      84
      Connectivity
      88
      Zones
      56
      Zones
      95
      Radio
      92
      Radio
      88
      OVERALL
      78
      OVERALL
      80

      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 NR1509 and Yamaha RX-A3010.

      PROS

      Marantz NR1509

      Yamaha RX-A3010

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

      CONS

      Marantz NR1509

      Yamaha RX-A3010

      •   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 Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   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
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz NR1509

      Yamaha RX-A3010

      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   2 HDMI Outputs

      3. Advantage of Marantz NR1509

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz NR1509 over Yamaha RX-A3010.

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      Marantz NR1509 vs Yamaha RX-A3010
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs up to 96 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs WAV, FLAC
      Gapless Playback vs
      Dialog Level Adjustment vs
      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 1080p
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth SBC vs via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS vs FM/AM
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs

      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-A3010

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-A3010 over Marantz NR1509.

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      Marantz NR1509 vs Yamaha RX-A3010
      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
      More Channel Processing 5.1 vs 11.1
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII vs PLIIx
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Dialogue Lift vs
      Video Signal Upscaling vs up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900)
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion vs Component****, S-Video, Composite
      Analog to Analog Video conversion vs (Component**, S-Video, Composite) to (Component, S-Video, Composite)
      More HDMI Inputs 6 (1 front) vs 8 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 1 vs 2
      More Optical Inputs 1 vs 4 (1 front)
      More Optical Outputs vs 1
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 1 vs 3
      More RCA Line Inputs 3 vs 9 (1 front)
      More RCA Line Outputs vs 1
      Multi-Channel Input vs 7.1
      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 S-Video Inputs vs 5 (1 front)
      More S-Video Outputs vs 2
      More Component Video Inputs vs 4
      More Component Video Outputs vs 1
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB vs HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video
      More Zones 1 vs 4
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output vs 2
      Web Control vs
      Pandora vs
      SiriusXM vs
      More Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      More Large Speaker Terminals 5 vs 11
      Bigger Power Supply 180 W vs 400 W/510 VA
      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 S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 98 dB vs 100 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 74 dB vs 86 dB
      Higher FM S/N Ratio Mono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB vs Mono/Stereo: 72 dB/ 70 dB
      Lower FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0% vs Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
      Wider AM Frequency Range 522 kHz - 1611 kHz vs 530 MHz - 1710 MHz

      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 NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Angle measurement)
        Bluetooth SBC via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memoryiPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
      WEAKNESSES Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        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 1080p
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010

      5 channel Amplifier: Marantz NR1509 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-A3010 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 NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        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 NR1509's and Yamaha RX-A3010's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

        • Configurations: Available configurations are:
        • Marantz NR1509: 5.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
        • Bi-Amp: Yamaha RX-A3010 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 NR1509 comes with 6 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

        Yamaha RX-A3010 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

        • 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Marantz NR1509: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
          1080/60p Passthrough on Yamaha RX-A3010: All inputs pass up to 1080p video signal.
        • 1080p Upscaling on Yamaha RX-A3010: It can upscale up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900) from HDMI and analog sources.
        • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Yamaha RX-A3010 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 NR1509 only).
        • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Marantz NR1509 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 NR1509 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

        Yamaha RX-A3010 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 NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        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 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900)

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        9. Inputs and Outputs

        Audio

        • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz NR1509 and Yamaha RX-A3010 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
        • 7.1 Multichannel Input: In case you have a high quality Blu-Ray or a DVD player with multichannel analog outputs you may connect it to a 7.1 multichannel analog inputs of Yamaha RX-A3010 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
        • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz NR1509 has 2.2 and Yamaha RX-A3010 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-A3010 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 and Outputs: There are 3 pair of line inputs on Marantz NR1509 and 9 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-A3010 for connecting sources with analog outputs. There is also 1 pair of line outputs on Yamaha RX-A3010.
        • Digital Inputs: 1 optical input and 1 coaxial input are available on Marantz NR1509 and 4 optical inputs, 1 optical output and 3 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-A3010 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 NR1509
          Inputs:
          6 (1 front)   Outputs: 1
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          Inputs:
          8 (1 front)   Outputs: 2
          8K Inputs: 0.
        • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
        • Marantz NR1509
          Inputs:
          3   Outputs: 1.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          Inputs:
          5   Outputs: 2.
        • S-Video:
        • Marantz NR1509
          Inputs:
          0   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          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.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010 supports up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
        • Marantz NR1509
          Inputs:
          0   Outputs: 0.
        • Yamaha RX-A3010
          Inputs:
          4   Outputs: 1.

        Front A/V Inputs

        • Marantz NR1509: HDMI, USB
        • Yamaha RX-A3010: HDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video

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        Yamaha RX-A3010

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        TERMINALS Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memoryiPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs14 (1 front)
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs39 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs5 (1 front)
        S-Video Outputs2
        Component Video Inputs4
        Component Video Outputs1

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        10. Evaluations

        We evaluated Marantz NR1509 and Yamaha RX-A3010 and gave them scores of 78 and 80 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 NR1509

        Yamaha RX-A3010

        OVERALL
        78
        OVERALL
        80

        Amplifier

        GOOD
        78
        •   Few Channels - 5.2
        •   Low Power Output - 50 W
        EXCELLENT
        95
        •   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
        GOOD
        73
        •   9.2 Channels
        •   No Front Wide Channel Support
        •   11.1 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
        AVERAGE
        55
        •   No HDR10
        •   No HDR10+
        •   No Dolby Vision
        •   No 8K Passthrough
        •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

        Connectivity

        GOOD
        84
        •   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
        •   Phono Input
        •   RCA Pre-Outs
        •   Composite Video Inputs
        •   Ethernet
        •   Bluetooth 3․0 + EDR
        EXCELLENT
        88
        •   No eARC
        •   No Wi-Fi
        •   Bluetooth
        •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        •   8 HDMI Inputs
        •   2 HDMI Outputs
        •   0 8K Input
        •   USB Input
        •   Many RCA Line Inputs
        •   Phono Input
        •   Multi-Channel 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
        88
        •   Analog Tuner
        •   Pandora
        •   No Spotify
        •   No Tidal

        11. Specifications

        GENERAL Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        BrandMarantzYamaha
        SeriesSlimlineAventage
        ModelNR1509RX-A3010
        TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
        CountryUKCanada
        Release Year20182011
        PredecessorMarantz NR1508 Yamaha RX-A3000
        SuccessorMarantz NR1510 Yamaha RX-A3020
        AMPLIFIER Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        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 NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Surround:AI™
        DACBurr-Brown
        DAC Specs192 kHz/24 Bit192 kHz/24 Bit
        Maximum Channel Processing5.111.1
        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 PLIIx
        Dolby Digital EX
        Surround EX
        DTS:X
        DTS Neural:X
        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, DSD
        Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC
        High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 96 kHz
        High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDWAV, FLAC
        Gapless Playback
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        DSD via USB 2-ch Input
        DSD to PCM Converter
        USB DAC
        Jitter Reduction
        DTS Dialogue Control
        Dialog Enhancement
        Dialog Level Adjustment
        Dialog normalization
        Dialogue Lift
        Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2
        High-resolution Music Enhancer
        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
        CINEMA DSP HD3
        DSP Programs23
        SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP
        Virtual Speakers
        Independent Subwoofer Outputs
        CALIBRATION Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ YPAO sound optimization (R.S.C. with Angle measurement)
        Audyssey App Support
        YPAO Volume
        PEQ for SUBDown to 31 Hz
        Optimized Bass Redirection
        Bass Sync
        VIDEO FEATURES Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        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 1080p
        Video Signal Upscaling up to 1080p (HQV Vida VHD1900)
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component****, S-Video, Composite
        Component Video Upscaling
        Analog to Analog Video conversion (Component**, S-Video, Composite) to (Component, S-Video, Composite)
        Component Video Maximum Resolution1080i
        Video Parameter Adjustments with variable parameters
        isf Certified Calibration Control
        CONNECTIVITY Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC via optional YBA-10 adapter (sold separately)
        Works with Amazon Alexa
        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
        Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod and iPhone via front USB, YDS-12 Dock (sold separately) or YID-W100 Wireless Dock (sold separately)
        Remote App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices
        InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
        TERMINALS Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        HDMI Inputs6 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        HDMI Outputs12
        8K Inputs
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memoryiPod/iPhone, USB Memory, Portable Audio Player
        USB DC Out Port
        Optical Inputs14 (1 front)
        Optical Outputs1
        Coaxial Inputs13
        RCA Line Inputs39 (1 front)
        RCA Line Outputs1
        XLR Line Inputs
        Phono Input
        Multi-Channel Input 7.1
        RCA Pre-Outs2.211.2
        XLR Pre-outs
        Composite Video Inputs35 (1 front)
        Composite Video Outputs12
        S-Video Inputs5 (1 front)
        S-Video Outputs2
        Component Video Inputs4
        Component Video Outputs1
        Ethernet
        Ethernet Switch
        PC In
        Front A/V InputsHDMI, USBHDMI, USB, Analog Audio, Optical, Composite and S-video
        Speaker A/B
        Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
        Detachable Power Cord
        Flasher In
        Remote Control In/Out0 / 0
        dockport1 (for optional YDS-12, YID-W10 or YBA-10 adapter)
        ZONES Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Number of Zones14
        Powered ZonesZone 2/3 (Zone 4 Optical)
        Zone 2 OutsComponent, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
        Zone 3 OutsComponent, S-Video, Composite, Pre Out
        Zone 4 OutsComponent, Composite, Optical
        Zone B Video Output
        Zone GUI
        RS-232C Interface
        +12V Trigger Output2
        Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 2
        Party Mode
        MISCELLANEOUS Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        On-Screen Display Hybrid Graphic User InterfaceAdvanced Graphical User Interface with Status
        GUI Languages9
        SCENESCENE PLUS (12 sets)
        Web Control
        IP Control
        PreAmp Mode
        Display 1 line
        Remote ControllerRC040SR (Preset, Learning, Macro, LED Back Light)
        Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
        Setup Assistant
        RADIO Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM
        Presets40
        Digital Radio
        Internet Radio TuneIn vTuner
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
        Deezer
        Napster
        SiriusXM
        CONSTRUCTION Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Solid Aluminum FrontAluminum
        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 NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
        Toroidal Transformer (EI)
        Power Consumption180 W400 W/510 VA
        No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 25 W/35 W
        Standby Power0.2 W0.3 W
        ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
        Auto Power Standby
        Auto Power off
        PHYSICAL Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        Dimensions (W x H x D)440 mm x 105 mm x 378 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 175 mm x 378 mm)
        17-3/8" x 4-1/4" x 15" (with antenna up: 17-3/8" x 7" x 15")
        435 mm x 192 mm x 467 mm
        17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 18-3/8"
        Weight8.2 kg (18 lbs 1 oz)18.2 kg (40.1 lbs)
        SPECIFICATIONS Marantz NR1509 Yamaha RX-A3010
        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, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)60 W (0.7% 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)
        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% (MULTI CH INPUT to Speaker Out, Pure Direct, 70 W, 8 Ω)
        THD (Phono)0.02% (Phono to AV OUT)
        Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
        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
        Rated Lineout Level and Impedance200 mV/1.2 kΩ (AV OUT)
        Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance150 mV/100 Ω
        S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)98 dB100 dB
        S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB86 dB
        Phono RIAA Deviation±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
        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 (Front L/R Speaker Out)
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)60 dB/45 dB
        Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (Phono)60 dB/55 dB
        DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
        DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
        Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y and S-Video Y)
        0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
        1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
        0.286 Vp-p/75 Ω (S-Video C)
        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/n
        Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
        Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR
        Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
        USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
        FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 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: 72 dB/ 70 dB
        FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%Mono/Stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
        AM Frequency522 kHz - 1611 kHz530 MHz - 1710 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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