Marantz SR7009 vs Onkyo TX-RZ730

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, Auro 3D
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.1 Channel Processing
      • 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • THX™Select™ Certified
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

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      1. Overview

      Here we are comparing Marantz SR7009 to Onkyo TX-RZ730 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 9 channel amplifiers.


      Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730

      Marantz SR7009 was introduced in 2014 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Onkyo TX-RZ730 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 9 channel amplifier with 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.1 maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz video signal.


      We evaluated Marantz SR7009 and Onkyo TX-RZ730 and gave them scores of 86 and 90 out of 100 recpectively. Our ranking system is based on the amplifier specifications, audio and video features, connectivity, multizone capabilities, radio and many other details.

      Marantz SR7009

      Onkyo TX-RZ730

      Amplifier
      92
      Amplifier
      91
      Audio Features
      88
      Audio Features
      88
      Video Features
      73
      Video Features
      94
      Connectivity
      90
      Connectivity
      88
      Zones
      92
      Zones
      91
      Radio
      82
      Radio
      90
      OVERALL
      86
      OVERALL
      90

      For more details about the ranking please go to    Evaluations section.

      2. Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Marantz SR7009 and Onkyo TX-RZ730.

      PROS

      Marantz SR7009

      Onkyo TX-RZ730

      •   High Power Output - 125 W
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   THX™ Certification
      •   11.1 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   7 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      CONS

      Marantz SR7009

      Onkyo TX-RZ730

      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No eARC
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR
      •   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 Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz SR7009

      Onkyo TX-RZ730

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      3. Advantage of Marantz SR7009

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz SR7009 over Onkyo TX-RZ730.

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      Marantz SR7009 vs Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Higher Power Output 125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support vs
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Neo Neo:X vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer vs
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Audyssey DSX vs
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 vs
      Component Video Maximum Resolution 1080p vs 480i/576i
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      More HDMI Inputs 8 (1 front) vs 7 (1 front)
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) vs 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      More Coaxial Inputs/Outputs 2 vs 1
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 13.2 vs 11.2
      More Composite Video Inputs 4 (1 front) vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      More Component Video Inputs 3 vs 2
      More Component Video Outputs 1 vs
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio vs HDMI, Mini-Jack
      Speaker A/B assignable vs
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out vs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs 1 (MAIN, 100 mA)
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC) 200 W (1% THD) vs 175 W (1% THD)

      4. Advantage of Onkyo TX-RZ730

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Onkyo TX-RZ730 over Marantz SR7009.

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      Marantz SR7009 vs Onkyo TX-RZ730
      THX™ Certification vs Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Higher DAC Specs [] vs 384 kHz/32 Bit
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      DTS:X vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      Network Audio Formats MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USB Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD vs FLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      HDR10 vs
      BT.2020 color space vs
      Dolby Vision vs
      HLG vs
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs requires firmware update & Sonos Connect
      DTS Play-Fi vs via Onkyo Music Control app
      AirPlay AirPlay vs AirPlay 2 after firmware update
      Remote (IR) Input/Output [] vs 1 / 0
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Bigger Power Supply 710 W vs 760 W
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 100 dB vs 106 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 74 dB vs 80 dB
      Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 2.8 MHz vs 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz
      Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n vs IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency 2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Newer Bluetooth Version 2․1 + EDR vs 4․1 + LE
      Wider AM Frequency Range 522 kHz - 1611 kHz vs 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz

      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 SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
        Channel Processing11.211.1
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2 with external amp
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 + PRO AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component**, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC, AAC
        Many HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)7 (1 front)
        USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory1 (Rear)
        Many RCA Line Inputs6 (1 front)6
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs13.211.2
        Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)2
        Component Video Inputs32
        Ethernet
        Zones33
        Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM with RDS
        Spotify
      WEAKNESSES Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No IMAX Enhanced
        No HDR10+
        No eARC
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
        Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730

      9 channel Amplifier: Marantz SR7009 features 9 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      9 channel Amplifier: Onkyo TX-RZ730 features 9 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.

      • Current Feedback Topology: Marantz SR7009 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 SR7009 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.
      • Dynamic Audio Amplification: Onkyo TX-RZ730 features Dynamic Audio Amplification which is Onkyo’s amplification philosophy that focuses on capturing the energy and dynamism contained in the audio signal and reproducing it without loss. Audio signals are not static like a test tone, but rather a countless collection of constantly moving waves. While static measurements such as S/N ratio and Total Harmonic Distortion are important, Onkyo believes that excellent dynamic and transient response is the key to emotionally involving sound. Dynamism - the “life” in music - is achieved when the amp can respond to changes in the signal instantaneously, so notes start and stop naturally and the nuances in attack, decay, sustain, and release are voiced with conviction. Onkyo home theater receivers represent the culmination of almost 70 years’ experience in amplifier design. The unique elements of their amplification system comprise high-current, low-impedance architecture to accurately control large speaker cones while enabling instantaneous response to dynamic changes, and discrete wide-range amplifier circuit topology to eliminate phase shift for clear and accurate audio imaging.

      THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certification

      Onkyo TX-RZ730 is THX™ Select™ (previously known as Select2) certified. This means that it is for medium sized rooms, up to 2,000 cubic feet in size, with a 10-12 foot viewing distance from the screen.

      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Channels9.29.2
      Power Output125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability assignable

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Marantz SR7009's and Onkyo TX-RZ730's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Marantz SR7009: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4, 9.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Marantz SR7009: Not supported.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Marantz SR7009: 5.2, 7.2, 9.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Front Wide Channel support: With the presence of two front wide speakers you can enhance the front surround stage. The following speaker configurations are available for front wide channels:
      • Marantz SR7009: 9.2, 9.2.2.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730: Does not support.
      • 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 SR7009 and Onkyo TX-RZ730 support Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Onkyo TX-RZ730 supports Dolby Surround Upmixer. If the content is not mixed in Dolby Atmos then the Dolby surround upmixer will expand the audio to all channels including ceiling speakers. The upmixer has replaced the Dolby Pro Logic II family with improved upmixing algorithms.

      DTS:X

      Onkyo TX-RZ730 supports DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: Onkyo TX-RZ730 features DTS Neural:X which is an advanced upmixer that can take non DTS:X content and upmix it to the DTS:X speaker layout. It has replaced the DTS Neo family with improved flexibility.
      • DTS Dialog Control: Onkyo TX-RZ730 has 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.

      Auro-3D

      Marantz SR7009 supports Auro-3D.

      • Auro-Matic upmixer: Auro-Matic upmixer takes non Auro-3D sound and upmixes to the current speaker configuration.

      Audyssey DSX

      Marantz SR7009 supports Audyssey DSX which allows you to augment a standard five-channel home theater with either two Front Wide or two Front High speakers. The Wide channels create an expansive soundstage and bring out convincing directional effects. Alternatively, Height channels can add a vertical dimension to movie and game soundtracks.


      AUDIO DECODING Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:X
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer

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      9. HDMI

      Marantz SR7009 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

      Onkyo TX-RZ730 comes with 7 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 Main and 1 Sub/Zone2.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling on Marantz SR7009: It can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Both receivers support 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 Onkyo TX-RZ730 only).
      • HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.2 compliant which is a requirement for 4K/HDR copy-protected content transmission.
      • 3D Ready: Both receivers are able to pass 3D video through HDMI.

      HDR (High Dynamic Range)

      Marantz SR7009 does not support HDR.

      Onkyo TX-RZ730 supports 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.



      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz SR7009 and Onkyo TX-RZ730 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 Marantz SR7009 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz SR7009 has 13.2 and Onkyo TX-RZ730 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, both receivers have 11 channel processing but have only 9 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 6 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 SR7009 and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Onkyo TX-RZ730 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 SR7009
        Inputs:
        8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730
        Inputs:
        7 (1 front)   Outputs: 2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Marantz SR7009
        Inputs:
        4   Outputs: 1.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730
        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.
      • Marantz SR7009 supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730 supports up to 480i/576i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Marantz SR7009
        Inputs:
        3   Outputs: 1.
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730
        Inputs:
        2   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Marantz SR7009: HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
      • Onkyo TX-RZ730: HDMI, Mini-Jack

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      Onkyo TX-RZ730

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      TERMINALS Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)7 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory1 (Rear)
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs6 (1 front)6
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs13.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs32
      Component Video Outputs1

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Marantz SR7009 and Onkyo TX-RZ730 and gave them scores of 86 and 90 out of 100 recpectively. We also gave separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new receiver is added to the database.


      Marantz SR7009

      Onkyo TX-RZ730

      OVERALL
      86
      OVERALL
      90

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 125 W
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Power Output - 100 W
      •   THX™ Certification

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.1 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

      GOOD
      73
      •   No HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 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
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   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
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      82
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      BrandMarantzOnkyo
      ModelSR7009TX-RZ730
      TypeA/V ReceiverA/V Receiver
      CountryUKAustralia and Asia
      Release Year20142018
      PredecessorOnkyo TX-RZ720
      SuccessorMarantz SR7010 Onkyo TX-RZ740
      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Channels9.29.2
      Power Output125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)100 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Current Feedback Topology
      Discrete Amplification
      HDAM
      Dynamic Audio Amplification
      Non-Phase Shift Amplifier
      VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) Front L/R Channels
      THX™ Certification Select™ (previously known as Select2)
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Discrete Output Stage Circuitry
      Independent Block Construction (Amp/Preprocessor)
      Bi-amp Capability assignable
      BTL (Bridged Transless or Bridging)
      AUDIO FEATURES Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Enginethree 32-bit and four 24-bit DSP32-bit Digital Signal Processing Engines
      DACAKM AK4458
      DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.211.1
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 or 9.1.2 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLIIz
      Dolby Digital EX
      THX Listening Modes
      Surround EX
      DTS:X
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo Neo:X
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES 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, AIFF, DSDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, MPEG-4 AAC, LPCM
      Music Playback via USBMP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, WMA, MP3, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSDFLAC, WAV, Apple Lossless, DSD, AIFF, AAC, Dolby TrueHD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction PLL (Phase Locked Loop) Jitter-Cleaning Circuit Technology for S/PDIF Audio
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Tone Control All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2 Advanced Music Optimizer (bluetooth included)
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      THX Processing Mode
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Audio Mode
      Pure Direct Analog Path Mode
      Pure Direct Mode
      Virtual Speakers T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 + PRO AccuEQ Advance with AccuReflex™
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
      HDCP Version2.22.2
      QMS (Quick Media Switching)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
      QFT (Quick Frame transport)
      3-D Ready
      Video Signal Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (RGB/YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component**, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p480i/576i
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC, AAC
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS requires firmware update & Sonos Connect
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi via Onkyo Music Control app
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      Domotz Pro Compatible
      Remote Monitoring with ihiji
      OvrC Compatible
      AirPlay AirPlay AirPlay 2 after firmware update
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Marantz Remote App for iOS and Android devicesOnkyo Onkyo Controller and Music Control apps
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)7 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for iPod/iPhone and USB memory1 (Rear)
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs6 (1 front)6
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs13.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs32
      Component Video Outputs1
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, Composite, L/R AudioHDMI, Mini-Jack
      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
      uport
      ZONES Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Number of Zones33
      Powered Zones 2 and 3 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Component, Composite, Pre OutHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      Zone 3 OutsPre OutRCA Pre/Line Out
      Whole House Mode
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output21 (MAIN, 100 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 0
      MISCELLANEOUS Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Graphical User Interface with Overlaid On-Screen Display (OSD) via HDMI
      GUI Languages9
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Display 2 lines + port hole
      Remote ControllerRC026SR
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      ONKYO-RI System Control
      RIHD (Remote Interactive Over HDMI)
      Smart Grid-Ready
      Setup Assistant
      RADIO Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Analog Tuner FM/AM with RDS FM/AM with RDS
      Presets40
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      ChassisBig trapdoor design
      Front PanelAluminum
      Solid Aluminum Front
      Speaker Terminals1111
      Large Speaker Terminals1111
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
      H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Customized Transformer
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption710 W760 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W
      Standby Power0.2 W0.15 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Dimensions (W x H x D)440 mm x 185 mm x 411 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 247 mm x 411 mm)
      17-21/64" x 7-9/32" x 16-3/16" (with antenna up: 17-21/64" x 9-23/32" x 16-3/16")
      435 mm x 177 mm x 379.5 mm
      17-1/8" x 6-15/16" x 14-15/16"
      Weight13.8 kg (30 lbs 7 oz)10.8 kg (23.8 lbs)
      SPECIFICATIONS Marantz SR7009 Onkyo TX-RZ730
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)125 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)165 W (0.7% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)185 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)200 W (1% THD)175 W (1% THD)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (3 Ω, Front)250 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)220 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (8 Ω, Front)130 W
      THD0.08% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Half power)
      THD (Digital)0.008% (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
      Analog Distortion0.005% (20 Hz-20 kHz, Direct mode)
      Phono Distortion0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV3.5 mV/47 kΩ
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1 V/470 Ω
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      Rated Headphone Power Output85 mW (32 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
      Phono Overload70 mV (MM, 1 kHz 0.5%)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB106 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB80 dB
      S/N Ratio (digital)102 dB
      Dynamic Range (digital)100 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)5 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB2.8 MHz2.8 MHz, 5.6 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 PB/CB, PR/CR)
      1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz to 60 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Component)
      5 Hz to 10 MHz, 0 dB/-3 dB (Composite)
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 b/g/nIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency2.4 GHz5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version2․1 + EDR4․1 + LE
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AVer. 2.0, 5 V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 1.56 µV (15.0 dBf)
      FM Effective Sensitivity1.2 µV (12.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 70 dB/67 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.7%/1.0%
      AM Frequency522 kHz - 1611 kHz522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz
      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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