Marantz SR5015 vs Pioneer SC-LX501

      Marantz SR5015

      Pioneer SC-LX501
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      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 7.1 Channel Processing
      • 120 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 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 SR5015
      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX501
      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 SR5015 to Pioneer SC-LX501 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 SR5015's being less powerful.


      Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501

      Marantz SR5015 was introduced in 2020. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Pioneer SC-LX501 was introduced in 2017. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 120 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 7.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz SR5015 and Pioneer SC-LX501 and gave them scores of 89 and 88 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 SR5015

      Pioneer SC-LX501

      Amplifier
      87
      Amplifier
      90
      Audio Features
      85
      Audio Features
      86
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      92
      Connectivity
      89
      Connectivity
      83
      Zones
      82
      Zones
      85
      Radio
      96
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      89
      OVERALL
      88

      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 SR5015 and Pioneer SC-LX501.

      PROS

      Marantz SR5015

      Pioneer SC-LX501

      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   High Power Output - 120 W
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Phono Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Marantz SR5015

      Pioneer SC-LX501

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      •   1 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Digital Radio


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz SR5015

      Pioneer SC-LX501

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   2 Zones
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      3. Advantage of Marantz SR5015

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz SR5015 over Pioneer SC-LX501.

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      Marantz SR5015 vs Pioneer SC-LX501
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      Jitter Reduction Hybrid PLL Clock Jitter Reducer vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Newer HDCP Version 2.3 vs 2.2
      Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through vs
      VRR vs
      QFT vs
      Video Signal Passthrough up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs Component**, Composite
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      More 8K Inputs 1 vs
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Pre-Outs 7.2 vs 0.2
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      More Component Video Inputs 2 vs 1
      More Component Video Outputs 1 vs
      Napster vs
      SiriusXM vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 650 W vs 250 W
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․2 vs 4․1 + LE
      Wider AM Frequency Range 520 kHz - 1710 kHz vs 530 kHz - 1710 kHz
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      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX501

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer SC-LX501 over Marantz SR5015.

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      Marantz SR5015 vs Pioneer SC-LX501
      Higher Power Output 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 120 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      DTS Neo vs Neo:6
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      DSD via HDMI vs 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      More HDMI Inputs 6 vs 7 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 2 (simultaneous 8K outs) vs 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      Front A/V Inputs USB vs HDMI, USB
      Zone 2 Outs Pre Out vs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      +12V Trigger Output 1 vs 2 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
      More GUI Languages 3 vs 7
      More Speaker Terminals 7 vs 9
      More Large Speaker Terminals 7 vs 9
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 140 W (0.7% THD) vs 150 W (1.0% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 100 dB vs 105 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 74 dB vs 80 dB
      Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz vs 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 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 SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
        Dolby Atmos up to 5.1.2
        DTS:X up to 5.1.2
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT MCACC
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.32.2
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front
        Phono Input
        Composite Video Inputs22
        Component Video Inputs21
        Ethernet
        Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
        Pandora
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
        Few 8K Inputs1
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501

      7 channel Amplifier: Marantz SR5015 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 Class D3 (Direct Energy HD) Amplifier: Pioneer SC-LX501 features 7 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design (Direct Energy HD). It is rated at 120 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.
      • Current Feedback Topology: Marantz SR5015 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 SR5015 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.


      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Channels7.27.2
      Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)120 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability assignable

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Marantz SR5015's and Pioneer SC-LX501's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Marantz SR5015: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX501: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Marantz SR5015: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX501: 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 SR5015: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX501: 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.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Marantz SR5015 and Pioneer SC-LX501 support Dolby Atmos.

      • 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: Marantz SR5015 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:X

      Marantz SR5015 and Pioneer SC-LX501 support DTS:X.

      • 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 SR5015 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: Marantz SR5015 supports 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.
      AUDIO DECODING Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      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 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 SR5015 comes with 1 HDMI 2.1 input with 8K support and 5 inputs with 4K support. It has 2 outputs which work parallelly and output the same signal.

      Pioneer SC-LX501 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB/ZONE 2.

      • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Marantz SR5015: 1 out of 6 inputs passes up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 and the rest of the inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
        4K/60Hz Passthrough on Pioneer SC-LX501: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) video signal.
      • 8K Upscaling on Marantz SR5015: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
        4K Upscaling on Pioneer SC-LX501: It can upscale up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4) from HDMI sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Marantz SR5015 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 SR5015 is HDCP 2.3 and Pioneer SC-LX501 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 SR5015 supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Pioneer SC-LX501 supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision. 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.


      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

      Marantz SR5015 supports Audio Return Channel (ARC) which 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.


      Gaming Features

      Marantz SR5015 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz SR5015 and Pioneer SC-LX501 with built-in phono stage for connecting the moving magnet cartridge output of the turntable directly to the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz SR5015 has 7.2 preamplifier outputs which allows you to connect the receiver to the external power amplifier. 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 both receivers for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Marantz SR5015 and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Pioneer SC-LX501 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 SR5015
        Inputs:         6   Outputs: 2 (simultaneous 8K outs)
        8K Inputs: 1.
      • Pioneer SC-LX501
        Inputs:         7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Marantz SR5015
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.
      • Pioneer SC-LX501
        Inputs:         2   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.
      • Pioneer SC-LX501 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Marantz SR5015
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.
      • Pioneer SC-LX501
        Inputs:         1   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Marantz SR5015: USB
      • Pioneer SC-LX501: HDMI, USB

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      TERMINALS Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      HDMI Inputs67 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous 8K outs)2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs1
      USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs44
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs22
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs21
      Component Video Outputs1

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Marantz SR5015 and Pioneer SC-LX501 and gave them scores of 89 and 88 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 SR5015

      Pioneer SC-LX501

      OVERALL
      89
      OVERALL
      88

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 120 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   7.1 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   7.1 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
      99
      •   HDR10
      •   HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   HDMI 2.1
      •   Auto Low Latency Mode Pass-through
      •   VRR
      •   QFT
      •   8K Passthrough
      •   8K Upscaling
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   2 HDMI Outputs
      •   1 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      GOOD
      83
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      Zones

      GOOD
      82
      •   2 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   2 Zones

      Radio

      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      BrandMarantzPioneer
      SeriesElite
      ModelSR5015SC-LX501
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryUSANorth America
      Release Year20202017
      PredecessorMarantz SR5014 Pioneer SC-91
      SuccessorMarantz Cinema 60 Pioneer SC-LX502
      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Channels7.27.2
      Power Output100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)120 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Amplifier DesignClass D3 (Direct Energy HD)
      Current Feedback Topology
      Discrete Amplification
      HDAM
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability assignable
      AUDIO FEATURES Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineCirrus Logic (Quad Core) x 1
      DACAKM AK4458
      DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing7.17.1
      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 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, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz/24 bit
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSDApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, AAC, DSD, Dolby TrueHD
      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 Hybrid PLL Clock Jitter Reducer
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Sound Retriever Advanced
      Sound Retriever AIR
      Digital noise Reduction
      Tone Control All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2 Advanced Sound Retriever
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Direct Mode
      Auto Surround
      Optimum Surround
      Advanced Surround11 + 1
      Wide Surround
      Front Stage Surround Advance
      Headphone Surround
      Virtual Speakers
      Virtual Depth
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT MCACC
      Audyssey App Support
      Manual MCACC
      MCACC Memory1
      Reflex Optimizer
      Phase Control
      Auto Phase Control Plus
      Full Band Phase Control
      Standing Wave Control
      EQ Bands9-Band
      Symmetric EQ
      X-Curve
      Distance Adjustment0.1 feet
      Precision Distance
      Polarity Check
      Auto Subwoofer Crossover
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.1
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.32.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite Component**, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution480i/576i
      Stream Smoother
      Pure Cinema
      Video Parameter Adjustments
      Super Resolution
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
      Bluetooth Headphone Transmission
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Google Assistant
      Chromecast Built-In
      Apple Siri
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      Domotz Pro Compatible
      OvrC Compatible
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 AirPlay
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad Made for iPhone, iPod and iPad (Airplay only)
      Remote App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices iControlAV5 (for iOS and Android)
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      HDMI Inputs67 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs2 (simultaneous 8K outs)2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs1
      USB Input1 Front for USB memory1 Front
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs44
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input
      RCA Pre-Outs7.20.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs22
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs21
      Component Video Outputs1
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsUSBHDMI, USB
      Speaker A/B assignable
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      Flasher In
      Remote Control In/Out1 / 1
      adapterport
      ZONES Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Number of Zones22
      Powered Zones 22
      Zone 2 OutsPre OutHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output12 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User InterfaceIcon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
      GUI Languages37
      Web Control
      AV Navigator
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      PreAmp Mode
      Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/Front Height/Top/Front Bi-Amp/Zone 2/B Speaker
      Display port hole
      FL Dimmer
      Function Rename
      Remote ControllerRC042SR
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Setup Assistant
      RADIO Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Analog Tuner FM/AM FM/AM
      Presets40
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Front PanelMetalBrushed
      Solid Aluminum Front
      Speaker Terminals79
      Large Speaker Terminals79
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      3D Space Frame Construction
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Power SupplyAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer (EI)
      Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
      Transformer Stabilizer
      Power Consumption650 W250 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 45 W/75 W60 W
      Standby Power0.2 W0.15 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Dimensions (W x H x D)440 mm x 161 mm x 348 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 231 mm x 348 mm)
      17-3/8" x 6-3/8" x 13-3/4" (with antenna: 17-3/8" x 9-1/8" x 13-3/4")      		435 mm x 185 mm x 395 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 15-9/16"
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)520 mm x 243 mm x 429 mm
      Weight10.1 kg (22.2 lbs)11.8 kg (26.0 lbs)
      Weight of Package12.3 kg
      SPECIFICATIONS Marantz SR5015 Pioneer SC-LX501
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)120 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)140 W (0.7% THD)150 W (1.0% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)180 W (1% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)200 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)180 W (1% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)200 W (1.0% THD)
      Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)220 W (1% THD)
      Maximum Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)320 W (10% THD)
      Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive560 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
      THD0.05% (1 kHz, 100 W)
      Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/82 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance43 Ω
      Rated Headphone Power Output57 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB105 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB80 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)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz11.2 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)      		1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component B/R)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz - 60 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Component)
      5 Hz - 10 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/nIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version4․24․1 + LE
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
      HDMI Output Type5 V, 55 mA
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 (Type A) 5 V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 2.8 µV (20.2 dBf)
      FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
      AM Frequency520 kHz - 1710 kHz530 kHz - 1710 kHz
      AM Effective Sensitivity18 µV
      Warranty3 Years3 Years Parts & Labor

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

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