Marantz SR7015 vs Yamaha RX-V385

      Marantz SR7015

      Yamaha RX-V385
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      Highlights

      • 9.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDMI 2.1
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
      • 8K Passthrough, 8K Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 5.1 Channels
      • 5.1 Channel Processing
      • 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Bluetooth

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Marantz SR7015
      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-V385
      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 SR7015 to Yamaha RX-V385 to reveal their common strengths and weaknesses as well as the differences between them which will help you in making a correct decision before the purchase. The Marantz SR7015 has 9 channel and the Yamaha RX-V385 has 5 channel amplifiers.


      Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385

      Marantz SR7015 was introduced in 2020. 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, DTS:X and Auro-3D, passes 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz and upscales up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Yamaha RX-V385 was introduced in 2018. It is equipped with 5 channel amplifier with 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz and 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 5.1 maximum channel processing. It , passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz SR7015 and Yamaha RX-V385 and gave them scores of 93 and 71 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 SR7015

      Yamaha RX-V385

      Amplifier
      90
      Amplifier
      67
      Audio Features
      93
      Audio Features
      63
      Video Features
      99
      Video Features
      95
      Connectivity
      93
      Connectivity
      69
      Zones
      93
      Zones
      55
      Radio
      82
      Radio
      62
      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      71

      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 SR7015 and Yamaha RX-V385.

      PROS

      Marantz SR7015

      Yamaha RX-V385

      •   High Power Output - 125 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   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
      •   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
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Bluetooth
      •   USB Input
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Marantz SR7015

      Yamaha RX-V385

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   1 8K Input
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   No Zones
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz SR7015

      Yamaha RX-V385

      •   9.2 Channels
      •   Bluetooth 4․2

      3. Advantage of Marantz SR7015

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz SR7015 over Yamaha RX-V385.

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      Marantz SR7015 vs Yamaha RX-V385
      More Channels 9.2 vs 5.1
      Higher Power Output 125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 5.1
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp vs
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization vs
      Dolby Surround Upmixer vs
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 with external amp vs
      DTS Neural:X vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      DTS Express vs
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV
      Higher Resolution Music Playback via USB up to 192 kHz vs
      Gapless Playback vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      Dialog Normalization vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs vs
      HDR10+ vs
      Dynamic HDR vs
      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 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 vs up to 4K 60p 4:4:4
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component**, Composite vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      Remote Controll App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices vs
      More HDMI Inputs 8 vs 4
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2) vs 1
      More 8K Inputs 1 vs
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 1
      More RCA Line Inputs 7 (1 front) vs 3 (1 Front)
      Phono Input vs
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 vs 0.1
      More Composite Video Inputs 4 (1 front) vs 3
      More Component Video Inputs 3 vs
      More Component Video Outputs 1 vs
      Ethernet vs
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio vs USB, mini-jack Audio
      Speaker A/B assignable vs
      Detachable Power Cord vs
      More Zones 3 vs 1
      RS-232C Interface vs
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs
      Web Control vs
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 5
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 5
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 710 W vs 260 W
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) 235 W (10% THD) vs 135 W (10% THD)
      Newer Bluetooth Version 4․2 vs 2․1 + EDR
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 2 Years
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      4. Advantage of Yamaha RX-V385

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Yamaha RX-V385 over Marantz SR7015.

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      Marantz SR7015 vs Yamaha RX-V385
      Dolby Pro Logic vs PLII
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      Analog Tuner vs FM/AM
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 100 dB vs 110 dB

      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 SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 YPAO sound optimization
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        eARC via firmware update
        New HDCP Version2.32.3
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, in and out
        USB Input1 Front for USB memoryUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
        Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)3
      WEAKNESSES Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        Few 8K Inputs1
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385

      9 channel Amplifier: Marantz SR7015 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.

      5 channel Amplifier: Yamaha RX-V385 features 5 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).
      • Current Feedback Topology: Marantz SR7015 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 SR7015 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 SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Channels9.25.1
      Power Output125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 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 SR7015's and Yamaha RX-V385's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Marantz SR7015: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with internal amplifier and 7.2.4 with addition of external 2 channel amplifier.
      • Yamaha RX-V385: Not supported.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Marantz SR7015: 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.
      • Yamaha RX-V385: Not supported.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Marantz SR7015: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Yamaha RX-V385: 5.1 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 SR7015 supports Dolby Atmos.

      • Dolby Surround Upmixer: Marantz SR7015 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.
      • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization: Marantz SR7015 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 SR7015 supports DTS:X.

      • DTS Neural:X: Marantz SR7015 supports 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 SR7015 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 SR7015 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.

      Auro-3D

      Marantz SR7015 supports Auro-3D.

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

      IMAX Enhanced

      Marantz SR7015 is IMAX Enhanced certified. To qualify for IMAX Enhanced certification, 4K HDR televisions, projectors, sound bars, a/v receivers, loudspeakers, powered subwoofers and other premium home entertainment devices must meet carefully prescribed performance requirements established by IMAX, DTS and Hollywood's leading experts.

      • What makes an IMAX Enhanced A/V receiver different from an A/V receiver with DTS:X technology? DTS:X technology is commonly found in most multi-channel A/V receivers on the market today. All IMAX Enhanced A/V receivers include DTS:X technology and deliver additional features, such as auto-sensing of IMAX Enhanced content, via IMAX Mode. IMAX Mode indicates that your A/V receiver supports fully immersive IMAX signature sound.
      AUDIO DECODING Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 with external amp
      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
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In

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      9. HDMI

      Marantz SR7015 comes with 1 HDMI 2.1 input with 8K support and 7 inputs with 4K support. It has 3 outputs - 2 x 8K for MAIN and 1 x 4K for ZONE2.

      Yamaha RX-V385 comes with 4 HDMI inputs. It has 1 output.

      • 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz Passthrough on Marantz SR7015: 1 out of 8 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 Yamaha RX-V385: All inputs pass up to 4K/60p 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 8K Upscaling on Marantz SR7015: It can upscale up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI and analog sources.
        4K Upscaling on Yamaha RX-V385: It can upscale up to 4K 60p 4:4:4 from HDMI sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Marantz SR7015 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 2.3 Copy Protection: Both receivers are HDCP 2.3 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 SR7015 supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dynamic HDR and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Yamaha RX-V385 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.


      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)

      Marantz SR7015 and Yamaha RX-V385 support 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 SR7015 supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Quick Frame Transport (QFT) for lag-free and smooth gaming.



      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) via firmware update
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      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 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K 60p 4:4:4

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz SR7015 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 SR7015 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz SR7015 has 11.2 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, Marantz SR7015 has 11 channel processing but has only 9 channel amplifier, so it needs external amplifier connected to the analog pre-outs in order to reach its maximum speaker configuration.
      • Analog Line Inputs: There are 7 pair of line inputs on Marantz SR7015 and 3 pair of line inputs on Yamaha RX-V385 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Marantz SR7015 and 1 optical input and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Yamaha RX-V385 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 SR7015
        Inputs:         8   Outputs: 3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 1.
      • Yamaha RX-V385
        Inputs:         4   Outputs: 1
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Composite Video: Connect you VCR, Laserdisc player and other old video equipment with composite video cables.
      • Marantz SR7015
        Inputs:         4   Outputs: 1.
      • Yamaha RX-V385
        Inputs:         3   Outputs: 1.
      • Component Video: Component video connection gives you the higher quality video compared to the composite video connection. So in case your old DVD player and other equipment do not have an HDMI output but have Component video output use this connection over the composite one. resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Marantz SR7015
        Inputs:         3   Outputs: 1.
      • Yamaha RX-V385
        Inputs:         0   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Marantz SR7015: HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
      • Yamaha RX-V385: USB, mini-jack Audio

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      TERMINALS Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      HDMI Inputs84
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)1
      8K Inputs1
      USB Input1 Front for USB memoryUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs21
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)3 (1 Front)
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.20.1
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)3
      Composite Video Outputs11
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs3
      Component Video Outputs1

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Marantz SR7015 and Yamaha RX-V385 and gave them scores of 93 and 71 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 SR7015

      Yamaha RX-V385

      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      71

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   High Power Output - 125 W
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   Low Power Output - 70 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   9.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Few Channels - 5.1
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   5.1 Channel Processing
      •   No Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   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
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   Google Assistant
      •   HEOS
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   4 HDMI Outputs
      •   1 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   Multi-Channel Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 4․2
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   4 HDMI Inputs
      •   1 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   Few RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   No Ethernet
      •   Bluetooth 2․1 + EDR

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   3 Zones
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   No Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      82
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      BrandMarantzYamaha
      ModelSR7015RX-V385
      TypeA/V AmplifierA/V Receiver
      CountryUKKorea
      Release Year20202018
      PredecessorMarantz SR7013 Yamaha RX-V383
      SuccessorMarantz Cinema 40
      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Channels9.25.1
      Power Output125 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Front Wide Channel Support
      Current Feedback Topology
      Discrete Amplification
      HDAM
      THX™ Certification
      Continuous 6 Ω Rated
      Certified 4 Ω Performance
      Bi-amp Capability assignable
      AUDIO FEATURES Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Surround:AI™
      DACBurr-Brown DAC x 3
      DAC Specs384 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.25.1
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 with external amp
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic PLII
      Dolby Digital EX
      Surround EX
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 with external amp
      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
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In
      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, MPEG-4 AAC, WAV
      High Resolution Music Playback via USB and/or Network up to 192 kHz
      High Resolution Audio Formats via USBApple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD
      Gapless Playback
      DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift
      Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2 including enhancer for Bluetooth®
      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
      DSP Programs17
      SILENT CINEMA / Virtual CINEMA DSP Virtual CINEMA FRONT
      Virtual Speakers
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 YPAO sound optimization
      Audyssey App Support
      YPAO Volume
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      HDR10
      HDR10+
      Dynamic HDR
      BT.2020 color space
      Dolby Vision
      HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
      HDMI Version2.1
      HDBaseT Compatible
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) via firmware update
      HDCP Version2.32.3
      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 4:4:4
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 8K 50/60Hz and 4K 100/120Hz 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 SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC SBC, in and out
      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
      MusicCast
      Domotz Pro Compatible
      OvrC Compatible
      AirPlay AirPlay 2
      Apple Product Connection iPod, iPhone and iPad
      Remote App Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App for iOS and Android devices
      InstaPrevue Input Source Prevue
      TERMINALS Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      HDMI Inputs84
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 x 8K for MAIN, 1 x 4K for ZONE2)1
      8K Inputs1
      USB Input1 Front for USB memoryUSB memory, Portable Audio Player
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs21
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs7 (1 front)3 (1 Front)
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.20.1
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs4 (1 front)3
      Composite Video Outputs11
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs3
      Component Video Outputs1
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, Composite, L/R AudioUSB, mini-jack Audio
      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
      dockport
      ZONES Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Number of Zones31
      Powered Zones 2 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out
      Zone 3 OutsPre Out
      Zone B Video Output
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output2
      Remote (IR) Input/Output0 / 0
      Party Mode
      MISCELLANEOUS Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface color OSD
      GUI Languages9
      SCENESCENE (4 sets)
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Control4 SDDP
      PreAmp Mode
      Display 2 lines + port hole
      Remote ControllerRC043SR
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Setup Assistant
      RADIO Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Presets40
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Front PanelMetal
      A.R.T. Wedge
      Speaker Terminals115
      Large Speaker Terminals115
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 220 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer (EI)
      Power Consumption710 W260 W
      Maximum Power Consumption600 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W
      Standby Power0.2 W0.1 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power Standby
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Dimensions (W x H x D)440 mm x 185 mm x 411 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 247 mm x 411 mm)
      17-3/8" x 7-3/8" x 16-1/4" (with antenna: 17-3/8" x 9-3/4" x 16-1/4"      		435 mm x 161 mm x 315 mm
      17-1/8" x 6-3/8" x 12-3/8"
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)537 mm x 281 mm x 497 mm20.5" x 16" x 9"
      Weight14.2 kg (31 lbs 5 oz)7.7 kg (17.0 lbs)
      Weight of Package16.9 kg30 lbs
      SPECIFICATIONS Marantz SR7015 Yamaha RX-V385
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)125 W (0.05% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)70 W (0.09% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)165 W (0.7% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)100 W (0.9% THD)
      Maximum Effective Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA or IEC)235 W (10% THD)135 W (10% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)200 W (1% THD)
      Dynamic Power per Channel (2 Ω, Front)150 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (4 Ω, Front)130 W
      Dynamic Power per Channel (6 Ω, Front)110 W
      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)
      Damping Factor100 (Front, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 Ω)
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Line)200 mV/47 kΩ200 mV/47 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
      Maximum Input Sensitivity (Line)2.3 V (1 kHz, 0.5% THD)
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.0 V/1.2 kΩ (Subwoofer)
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      Rated Headphone Jack Output Level and Impedance100 mV/470 Ω (1 kHz, 50 mV, 8 Ω)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)100 dB110 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 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)+0/-3 dB (AV 2 etc. to Front, 10 Hz to 100 kHz)
      Residual noise (IHF-A Network)150 µV (Speaker Out)
      Channel Separation at 1 kHz/10 kHz (LINE)70 dB/50 dB
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 MHz
      DSD Sampling Rates via USB5.6 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 (Composite)
      Video Maximum Input1.5 Vp-p
      Video Frequency Response5 Hz - 60 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Component)
      5 Hz - 10 MHz, 0, -3 dB (Composite)
      Video S/N Ratio50 dB
      Ethernet Standard100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version4․22․1 + EDR
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 AUSB2.0 5 V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz
      FM 50 dB Quiet Sensitivity (IHF, 1 kHz, 100% MOD.)Mono: 3 µV (20.8 dBf)
      FM S/N RatioMono/Stereo: 65 dB/64 dB
      FM Harmonic Distortion (IHF, 1 kHz)Mono/Stereo: 0.5%/0.6%
      AM Frequency531 kHz - 1611 kHz
      Warranty3 Years2 Years

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

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