1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Marantz SR5012
Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable
- HDR10, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 4K Passthrough
- AirPlay 2, DLNA, HEOS
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- USB input
Highlights
- 7.2 channels
- 7.1 channel processing
- 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
- HDMI 2.1
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X capable
- HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4K Upscaling, 8K Passthrough
- AirPlay 2, MusicCast
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- USB and Phono inputs
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Content
Overview
Here we are comparing Marantz SR5012 to Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A 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. Both receivers have 7 channel amplifiers with Marantz SR5012's being less powerful.
Advantage of Marantz SR5012
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz SR5012 over Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A.
Marantz SR5012 has bigger power supply. It has analog multi-channel input.
Marantz SR5012 | vs | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A | |
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Dolby Digital EX | vs | ||
DTS Virtual:X | vs | ||
Audyssey Dynamic EQ | vs | ||
Audyssey Dynamic Volume | vs | ||
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | Component**, Composite | vs | |
isf Certified Calibration Control | vs | ||
More HDMI Inputs | 8 (1 front) | vs | 7 |
More RCA Line Inputs | 4 | vs | 3 |
More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs | 2 | vs | 1 |
More Composite Video Inputs | 2 | vs | |
More Composite Video Outputs | 1 | vs | |
More Component Video Inputs | 2 | vs | |
More Component Video Outputs | 1 | vs | |
Multi-Channel Input | 7.1 | vs | |
Front A/V Inputs | HDMI, USB | vs | USB |
Speaker A/B | assignable | vs | |
RS-232C Interface | vs | ||
Analog Tuner | FM/AM with RDS | vs | FM with RDS |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | vs | ||
Bigger Power Supply | 650 W | vs | 410 W |
Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) | 200 W (10% THD) | vs | 170 W (10% THD) |
Advantage of Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A
This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A over Marantz SR5012.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A has more power per channel, higher DAC specs, higher signal to noise ratio, higher DSD sampling rate via USB, higher wi-fi standard and higher bluetooth standard. It supports DSD streaming via HDMI. In video department only Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A supports HDCP 2.3 copy protection.
Marantz SR5012 | vs | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A | |
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Higher DAC Specs | 768 kHz/32 Bit | vs | 384 kHz/32 Bit |
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | vs | ||
Music Playback via USB | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD | vs | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB | up to 192 kHz | vs | up to 384 kHz/32 Bit |
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 | ||
High-resolution Music Enhancer | vs | ||
Independent Subwoofer Outputs | vs | ||
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) | vs | ||
Newer HDCP Version | 2.2 | vs | 2.3 |
HDR10+ | vs | ||
QMS | vs | ||
Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through | vs | ||
VRR | vs | ||
QFT | vs | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 | vs | up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 | vs | up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 |
More HDMI Outputs | 2 (simultaneous) | vs | 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) |
More 8K Inputs | vs | 7 | |
More Optical Inputs | 2 | vs | 2 |
+12V Trigger Output | 1 | vs | 2 |
Web Control | vs | ||
Display | port hole | vs | High-resolution LCD display |
Digital Radio | vs | DAB/DAB+ | |
More Speaker Terminals | 7 | vs | 9 |
More Large Speaker Terminals | 7 | vs | 9 |
Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) | 100 W (0.08% THD) | vs | 110 W (0.06% THD) |
Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 100 dB | vs | 110 dB |
Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB | 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz | vs | 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz |
Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n | vs | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Newer Bluetooth Version | 3․0 + EDR | vs | 4․2 |
Lower FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) | Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0% | vs | Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6% |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both receivers.
STRENGTHS |
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Dolby Atmos |
DTS:X |
Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. |
New HDCP Version |
HDR10 |
Dolby Vision |
4K or 8K Video Passthrough |
4K or 8K Signal Upscaling |
Works with Amazon Alexa |
Ethernet |
Wi-Fi |
Bluetooth |
Many HDMI Inputs |
USB Input |
RCA Pre-Outs |
Zones |
Analog Tuner |
Spotify |
Tidal |
WEAKNESSES |
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No Front Wide Channel Support |
No IMAX Enhanced |
No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer |
No Chromecast Built-In |
No Pandora |
Audio Section
Amplifier
Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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7 channel Amplifier: Marantz SR5012 features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers. |
7 channel Amplifier: Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 110 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers. |
- Current Feedback Topology: Marantz SR5012 features Current Feedback Topology which is a well known, Marantz’ original circuit technology. The Current Feedback amplifier technology fits perfectly with the high requirements set for Super Audio software providing wide-bandwidth, high-speed reproduction. The impedance at the Current Feedback point is limited resulting in a very low phase shift. Marantz receivers and amplifiers equipped with Current Feedback can keep the phase compensation via Negative FeedBack (NFB) to a minimum, resulting in high through-rate, excellent transient response and superb sonic transparency for the full bandwidth. Unlike conventional Voltage Feedback amplification, the Current Feedback amplification makes the power amplifier in-sensitive to difficult loudspeaker loads.
- HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module): Marantz SR5012 features exclusive Marantz HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) technology found on their Reference Series components. Marantz developed its own discrete circuit boards to replace standard IC's. These HDAM's consist of discrete surface mount components with short mirror image L/R signal paths. Those devices are doing exactly the same thing as the Op-Amps, but outperform the regular IC Op-amps dramatically in terms of the Slew Rate and reduced noise level, resulting in a much more dynamic, accurate and detailed sound. Over the years Marantz developed different types of the HDAM to improve quality and to fit to the special requirements of a product category like CD or amplifier.
Speaker Configurations
Marantz SR5012's and Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.
- Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
- Marantz SR5012: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
- DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
- Marantz SR5012: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
- Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
- Marantz SR5012: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
- 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are 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.
- Dolby Surround Upmixer: Both models support 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.
- Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A supports Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization which is a digital signal processing solution that leverages Dolby's deep understanding of human audio perception to create the sensation of overhead sound from the listener-level speakers.
- DTS Neural:X: Both models feature 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.
- DTS Virtual:X: Marantz SR5012 supports DTS Virtual:X which bridges the gap between DTS:X codec and the reality of so many consumers' homes, allowing you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of room size, layout, or speaker configuration. If you have a limited speaker setup you will miss a full immersive potential of your entertainment system. DTS Virtual:X adds height and surround audio effect to your system without adding height speakers. It works with multiple configurations and delivers immersive sound experience out of 5.1 or even 2.1 speaker layouts.
- DTS Dialog Control: Both models have DTS Dialog Control. This function adjusts the dialog levels during playback of the DTS:X stream. It allows you to separately increase the dialog levels in contrast with the background sound and hear dialog easily even under noisy circumstances.
- Audyssey: Marantz SR5012 comes with Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume.
- Dynamic EQ: selects the best possible frequency response and surround volume levels moment-by-moment. This ensures that the bass response, tonal balance and surround impression remain constant despite changes in volume. This is the first technology that carefully combines information from incoming source levels with actual output sound levels in the room, a pre-requisite for delivering a dynamic volume solution.
- Dynamic Volume: Your Listening experience can be greatly diminished when there are significant shifts in volume between television programs, commercials and within the program material itself. When this happens you must constantly adjust the volume to maintain your desired listening level. Audyssey Dynamic Volume monitors the volume of program material moment-by-moment and automatically adjusts it, maintaining the desired listening level for all content while optimizing the dynamic range to preserve impact.
- Surround:AI: Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A features Surround:AI artificial intelligence which in real time, automatically optimizes surround-sound performance for each scene in a movie or any piece of content. Surround:AI analyzes a scene's audio characteristics, focusing on soundtrack elements such as dynamic range, amount of dialog, the degree of sound effects, background music, and channel balance. Surround:AI then compares the scene's audio characteristics to a reference database of movie scenes and automatically processes the scene's sound to optimize performance. Surround:AI makes dialog more intelligible in scenes with lots of background noise, delivers massive, full-bodied sound for scenes with immersive sound effects, and ensures that you hear softly spoken dialog and soft background sounds. Scenes with big musical scores deliver the best possible musical experience.
- Compressed Music Enhancer: Marantz SR5012 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A feature Compressed Music Enhancer which enhances the quality of the music files with lossy compression.
- MDAX2: Compressed music enhancement in Marantz SR5012 is done by Marantz’ MDAX2 technology. The use of compressed audio files like MP3, Windows Media™ Audio or AAC is getting more and more popular. The audio quality of these compressed files however is less than the original lossless files that are on a CD, especially lacking the higher frequencies and affecting the lower frequencies which make the audio image less wide and deep. The Marantz Digital Audio Expander 2, also called M-DAX2, recalculates the outputted frequency range. This enables you to get a more detailed and clearer sound.
- Audyssey Room Calibration: Audyssey is an acoustic measurement technology which automatically restores the acoustic distortion caused by the acoustic behaviour of a room with only a push on a button. Audyssey equalization provides an clear, accurate, natural sound with voices and dialog that become focused and intelligible, restoring the musical balance. Musical instruments and sound effects become precisely localized and the surround soundstage is made seamless and enveloping.
- YPAO: The Yamaha Parametric room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function detects speaker connections, measures the distances from them to your listening position(s), and then automatically optimizes the speaker settings, such as volume balance and acoustic parameters, to suit your room.
Dolby Atmos
Marantz SR5012 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A support Dolby Atmos. It is a cinematic audio format in which sounds exist as individual entities, called audio objects. In Dolby Atmos, any sound can exist as an independent audio object, free of channel restrictions. They can be precisely placed and moved anywhere in your room, including overhead, to flow above and around you in three-dimensional space. Through the use of audio objects, overhead sound, and all the richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound, Dolby Atmos turns your room into an amazing place for entertainment. The format supports up to 128 simultaneous independent audio objects in a mix for rich, realistic, and breathtaking sound. It recreates the director's original concept through descriptive metadata to provide customized playback for home theater and delivers sounds above you through overhead speakers, special upward-firing Dolby Atmos speakers, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar.
DTS:X
Marantz SR5012 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A support DTS:X. A technique used in DTS:X is similar to the one used in Dolby Atmos. Instead of a fixed number of channels, DTS:X defines object locations from the listener in polar coordinates. An a/v receiver then dynamically renders sound according to the current speaker configuration. The speaker layout employed by DTS:X is the sum of Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D. It has standard 7.1 channel base layer, a 5 channel height layer above the base layer on the front and side walls, and 3 rows of speakers on the ceiling.
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature allows the compatible TV to send audio signal to the a/v receiver through the same HDMI cable which is used to send audio and video signals to the TV. So one HDMI cable is used to transfer audio signal in both directions. New Enhanced ARC will support uncompressed audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio whereas the previous ARC could support only Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS HD, and PCM.
Sound Processing
Room Calibration
Marantz SR5012 comes with Audyssey MultEQ XT and Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A comes with YPAO with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement room correction system.
Video Section
HDMI
Marantz SR5012 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A comes with 7 HDMI 2.1 inputs with 8K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.
- 4K/60Hz Passthrough on Marantz SR5012: All inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A: All inputs pass up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal. - 4K Upscaling on Marantz SR5012: It can upscale up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
4K Upscaling on Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A: It can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI sources. - Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Marantz SR5012 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 both models).
- HDCP Copy Protection: Marantz SR5012 is HDCP 2.2 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A is HDCP 2.3 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
- Quick Media Switching (QMS): With HDMI 2.1a, Quick Media Switching for movies and video uses the HDMI VRR mechanism to eliminate the blackout period when an HDMI Source device switches its video mode. As long as the resolution remains the same and only the frame rate changes, QMS will instantly switch between frame rates. QMS eliminates A/V blackouts by using VRR technology to change frame rates, allowing instant changes from 24Hz to 60Hz frame rate, and anywhere in-between. The viewer never sees blank screens and gets a seamless experience (available on Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A only).
- 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Marantz SR5012 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.
Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.
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.
- HDR10: HDR10 uses the wide-gamut Rec. 2020 color space. It sends static metadata via video stream to the TV which calibrates its screen brightness and color according to that. HDR10 supports 10-bit color which corresponds to 1024 shades of the primary RGB colors. It is technically limited to a maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness, however common HDR10 contents are mastered with peak brightness from 1,000 to 4,000 nits.
- HDR10+: HDR10+ is an HDR video technology that adds dynamic metadata to HDR10 source files. The dynamic metadata are used to adjust brightness levels on a scene-by-scene or even frame-by-frame basis. HDR10+ supports maximum of 10,000 nits peak brightness and 10-bit or more (up to 16-bit) color bit depth. It uses Samsung's dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-40.
- Dolby Vision: Dolby Vision is a set of technologies developed by Dolby Laboratories for high dynamic range (HDR) video. It covers content creation, distribution, and playback. Like HDR10+, it includes dynamic metadata that are used to adjust and optimize each frame of the HDR video to the consumer display's capabilities in a way specified by the content creator. Dolby Vision allows for a maximum resolution of 8K up to 12-bit color depth, maximum peak brightness of 10,000 nits and a color gamut up to Rec. 2020. It uses Dolby's proprietary dynamic metadata defined in SMPTE ST 2094-10.
- Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG): The Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) is a transfer function developed mainly for HDR live video feed and over-the-air broadcasts. It is an HDR format that uses BT.2020 color primaries and a bitdepth of 10-bit. It is backward compatible with the transfer function of SDR and is designed to be better-suited for television broadcasting, where the metadata required for other HDR formats is not backward compatible with non-HDR displays. HLG defines a non-linear optical-electro transfer function, in which the lower half of the signal values use a gamma curve and the upper half of the signal values use a logarithmic curve.
Gaming Features
Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.
- Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM): Auto Low Latency Mode enables the ideal latency setting to automatically be set allowing for smooth, lag-free and uninterrupted viewing and interactivity. When the receiver detects a gaming signal it will enter ALLM. The signal will also be sent to the TV causing it to automatically switch to a low-latency, low-lag mode for gaming. Some functions will not be available on the receiver and TV during ALLM.
- Variable Refresh Rate (VRR): VRR enables a gaming source such as a console or computer to deliver video frames as fast as it can, which in many cases is slower than the normal static refresh rate. It allows the TV to adapt to certain frame rate which reduces or eliminates lag, judder and frame tearing for more fluid and better detailed gameplay.
- Quick Frame Transport (QFT): QFT reduces latency for smoother no-lag gaming, and real-time interactive virtual reality. It transports each frame at a higher rate to decrease display latency, which is the amount of time between a frame being ready for transport in the GPU and that frame being completely displayed.
Inputs and Outputs
Audio
- 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 Marantz SR5012 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
- Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz SR5012 and Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A have 7.2 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, both receivers have 7 channel processing but have only 7 channel amplifiers, so they need external amplifiers connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach their maximum speaker configurations.
- Analog Line Inputs: There are 4 pair of line inputs on Marantz SR5012 and 3 pair of line inputs on Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A for connecting sources with analog outputs.
- Digital Inputs and Outputs: 0 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Marantz SR5012 and 1 optical input, 2 optical outputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A 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 SR5012
Inputs: 8 (1 front) Outputs: 2 (simultaneous)
8K Inputs: 0. - Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A
Inputs: 7 Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
8K Inputs: 7. - Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
- Marantz SR5012
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1. - Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A
Inputs: 0 Outputs: 0. - 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. resolution on Component video connectors.
- Marantz SR5012
Inputs: 2 Outputs: 1. - Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A
Inputs: 0 Outputs: 0.
Front A/V Inputs
- Marantz SR5012: HDMI, USB
- Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A: USB
Marantz SR5012
Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A
Specifications
And in the end let us list all the available specifications of the receivers side-by-side.
BASICS | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Brand | Marantz | Yamaha |
Series | Aventage | |
Model | SR5012 | RX-A4A |
Type | A/V Receiver | A/V Receiver |
Country | UK | UK, Europe and Russia |
Release Year | 2017 | 2021 |
AMPLIFIER | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Channels | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Front Wide Channel Support | ||
Current Feedback Topology | ||
Discrete Amplification | ||
HDAM | ||
THX™ Certification | ||
Continuous 6 Ω Rated | ||
Certified 4 Ω Performance | ||
Bi-amp Capability | assignable |
AUDIO | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Surround:AI™ | ||
DAC | AKM AK4458 | ESS Hyperstream DAC ES9007S |
DAC Specs | 768 kHz/32 Bit | 384 kHz/32 Bit |
Maximum Channel Processing | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Air Studios Monitor Certification | ||
Dolby Atmos | up to 5.1.2 | |
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization | ||
Dolby Atmos Music | ||
Dolby TrueHD | ||
Dolby Digital Plus | ||
Dolby Surround Upmixer | ||
Dolby Pro Logic | ||
Dolby Digital EX | ||
Surround EX | ||
DTS:X | up to 5.1.2 | |
DTS Neural:X | ||
DTS Virtual:X | ||
DTS Neo | ||
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 |
Music Playback via USB | MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD | MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD |
High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network | up to 192 kHz | up to 384 kHz/32 Bit |
High Resolution Audio Formats via USB | Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD | Apple 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 Dialog 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 Programs | 24 | |
SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP | ||
Virtual Speakers | including surround back | |
Independent Subwoofer Outputs |
CALIBRATION | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. | Audyssey MultEQ XT | YPAO sound optimization with R.S.C., Multipoint, 3D, 64-Bit High Precision EQ Calculation, Low Frequency mode and Angle measurement |
Audyssey App Support | ||
YPAO Volume | ||
PEQ for SUB | Down to 15.6 Hz | |
Optimized Bass Redirection | ||
Bass Sync |
VIDEO | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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HDMI Version | 2.1 | |
Enhanced ARC | ||
HDCP Version | 2.2 | 2.3 |
HDR10 | ||
HDR10+ | ||
Dynamic HDR | ||
Dolby Vision | ||
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) | ||
BT.2020 color space | ||
QMS (Quick Media Switching) | ||
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | ||
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
QFT (Quick Frame transport) | ||
3-D Ready | ||
Video Signal Passthrough | up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 | up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 |
Video Signal Upscaling | up to 4K 24/25/30p 4:4:4 | up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 |
Analog To HDMI Upconversion | Component**, Composite | |
Component Video Upscaling | ||
Analog to Analog Video conversion | ||
isf Certified Calibration Control |
CONNECTIVITY | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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MHL Input | ||
DLNA 1.5 | ||
FireConnect | ||
FlareConnect | ||
MusicCast | ||
Domotz Pro Compatible | ||
Remote Monitoring with ihiji | ||
OvrC Compatible | ||
HEOS | ||
Chromecast Built-In | ||
DTS Play-Fi | ||
Works with Amazon Alexa | ||
Google assistant | ||
Apple Siri | ||
Works with SONOS | ||
AirPlay | AirPlay 2 | AirPlay 2 |
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 | ||
Ethernet | ||
Ethernet Switch | ||
Wi-Fi | ||
Bluetooth | SBC | SBC, AAC |
HDBaseT Compatible | ||
HDMI Inputs | 8 (1 front) | 7 |
HDMI Outputs | 2 (simultaneous) | 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) |
8K Inputs | 7 | |
USB Input | 1 (Front) for USB memory | USB memory, Portable Audio Player |
USB DC Out Port | ||
RCA Line Input | 4 | 3 |
RCA Line Output | ||
XLR Line Inputs | ||
Phono Input | ||
Optical Inputs | 2 | 2 |
Optical Outputs | ||
Coaxial Inputs | 2 | 1 |
Composite Video Input | 2 | |
Composite Video Output | 1 | |
S-Video Input | ||
S-Video Output | ||
Component Video Input | 2 | |
Component Video Output | 1 | |
PC In | ||
Multi-Channel Input | 7.1 | |
RCA Pre-Outs | 7.2 | 7.2 |
XLR Pre-outs | ||
Front A/V Inputs | HDMI, USB | USB |
Speaker A/B | assignable | |
Headphone Out | 6.3 mm (1/4") | 6.3 mm (1/4") |
ZONES | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Zones | 2 | 2 |
Powered Zones | 2 | Zone 2 |
Zone 2 Outs | Pre Out | RCA Preout |
Zone B Video Output | ||
Zone GUI | ||
RS-232C Interface | ||
+12V Trigger Output | 1 | 2 |
Remote (IR) Input/Output | 1 / 1 | |
Party Mode |
MISC | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
---|---|---|
On-Screen Display | Advanced Graphic User Interface | Graphical User Interface |
GUI Languages | 9 | |
SCENE | SCENE (8 sets) | |
Web Browser Control | ||
IP Control for CI | ||
PreAmp Mode | ||
Display | port hole | High-resolution LCD display |
Remote Controller | RC034SR | |
Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display | / / | |
Detachable Power Cord | ||
Flasher In | ||
Remote Control In/Out | 1 / 1 | |
dockport | ||
Setup Assistant |
RADIO | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Analog Tuner | FM/AM with RDS | FM with RDS |
Presets | 40 | |
Digital Radio | DAB/DAB+ | |
Internet Radio | TuneIn | |
Pandora | ||
Spotify | ||
Tidal | ||
Deezer | ||
Napster | ||
SiriusXM Internet Radio |
CONSTRUCTION | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Front Panel | Metal | |
A.R.T. Wedge | ||
Speaker Terminals | 7 | 9 |
Large Speaker Terminals | 7 | 9 |
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals | ||
Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals | ||
High Grade Audio Components | ||
Gold plated RCA terminals |
POWER | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Power Supply | AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz | AC 230 V, 50 Hz |
Toroidal Transformer | (EI) | |
Power Consumption | 650 W | 410 W |
No Sound Power | ECO On/Off: 45 W/75 W | |
Standby Power | 0.2 W | 0.4 W |
GENERAL | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function | ||
Auto Power Standby | ||
Auto Power off | ||
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 440 mm x 161 mm x 346 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 230 mm x 346 mm) 17-3/8" x 6-3/8" x 13-5/8" (with antenna: 17-3/8" x 9-1/8" x 13-5/8") | 435 mm x 191 mm x 442 mm (with antenna: 435 mm x 270 mm x 442 mm) 17-1/8" x 7-1/2" x 17-3/8" (with antenna up: 17-1/8" x 10-5/8" x 17-3/8") |
Weight | 10.0 kg (22 lbs 1 oz) | 16.2 kg (35.7 lbs) |
Warranty | 3 Years | 3 Years |
SPECS | Marantz SR5012 | Yamaha Aventage RX-A4A |
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Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 | 100 W (0.08% THD) | 110 W (0.06% THD) |
Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 | 120 W (0.9% THD) | |
Rated Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 135 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Output Power (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven, JEITA) | 165 W (10% THD) | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 | 140 W (0.7% THD) | |
Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC) | 140 W (0.9% THD) | |
Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) | 200 W (10% THD) | 170 W (10% THD) |
Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) | 180 W (1% THD) | |
Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven) | 170 W (0.9% THD, Front) | |
THD | 0.05% (AUDIO 2 etc. to Speaker Out, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 55 W, 8 Ω) | |
THD (Phono) | 0.04% (Phono to PRE OUT, 1 kHz, 1 V) | |
Damping Factor | 120 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) | |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line) | 200 mV/47 kΩ | 220 mV/47 kΩ |
Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM) | 3.7 mV/47 kΩ | |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line) | 2.4 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) | |
Maximum Input Sensitivity (Phono) | 45 mV (1 kHz, 0.5% THD) | |
Rated Preout Level and Impedance | 1.0 V/470 Ω | |
Maximum Preout Level and Impedance | 2.0 V | |
S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) | 100 dB | 110 dB |
S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) | 95 dB | |
Phono RIAA Deviation | 0±0.5 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz) | |
Frequency Response (Analog In) | +1/-3 dB (10 Hz to 100 kHz, Direct mode) | +0/-3 dB (AUDIO 2 etc. to Front, Pure Direct, 10 Hz to 100 kHz) |
Residual Noise (IHF-A Network) | 150 µV (Speaker Out) | |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE) | 75 dB/61 dB | |
Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (PHONO) | 75 dB/60 dB | |
DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI | 2.8 MHz | |
DSD Sampling Rates via USB | 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz | 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz |
Video Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance | 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 Response | 5 Hz - 60 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Component) 5 Hz - 10 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Composite) | |
Ethernet Standard | 100BASE-TX | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency | 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
Bluetooth Version | 3․0 + EDR | 4․2 |
Bluetooth Frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
USB Terminal | USB2.0 5V, 1 A | USB2.0 5 V, 1 A |
FM Frequency | 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz | 87.50 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 Sensitivity | 1.2 µV (12.8 dBf) | |
FM S/N Ratio | Mono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB | Mono/Stereo: 69 dB/68 dB |
FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz) | Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0% | Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6% |
AM Frequency | 522 kHz - 1611 kHz | |
AM Effective Sensitivity | 18 µV | |
DAB Freq | 174.928 MHz - 239.200 MHz (Band III) | |
DAB audio formats | MPEG 1 Layer II/MPEG-4 HE-AAC v2 (aacPlus v2) |
* - 480i/576i and 480p/576p only
** - 480i/576i only
*** - no 1080p/24 upconversion
**** - 1080p signal is not converted