Marantz SR8012 vs Pioneer SC-LX901

      Marantz SR8012

      Pioneer SC-LX901
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      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Auro 3D
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
      • Phono Input

      Highlights

      • 11.2 Channels
      • 11.2 Channel Processing
      • 140 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 SR8012
      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX901
      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 SR8012 to Pioneer SC-LX901 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 11 channel amplifiers with Marantz SR8012's being less powerful.


      Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901

      Marantz SR8012 was introduced in 2017 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 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 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.

      Pioneer SC-LX901 was introduced in 2017 and represented a flagship model of a manufacturer. It is equipped with 11 channel amplifier with 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 11.2 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 SR8012 and Pioneer SC-LX901 and gave them scores of 93 and 91 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 SR8012

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      Amplifier
      94
      Amplifier
      94
      Audio Features
      93
      Audio Features
      89
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      93
      Connectivity
      92
      Connectivity
      88
      Zones
      93
      Zones
      92
      Radio
      82
      Radio
      92
      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      91

      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 SR8012 and Pioneer SC-LX901.

      PROS

      Marantz SR8012

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   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
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   11.2 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
      •   8 HDMI Inputs
      •   USB Input
      •   Many RCA Line Inputs
      •   Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      •   Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer

      CONS

      Marantz SR8012

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   Bluetooth 3․0 + 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


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz SR8012

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   Bluetooth 4․1 + LE

      3. Advantage of Marantz SR8012

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz SR8012 over Pioneer SC-LX901.

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      Marantz SR8012 vs Pioneer SC-LX901
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      HLG vs
      Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) vs
      Component Video Maximum Resolution 1080p vs 1080i
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs AirPlay
      More HDMI Outputs 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2) vs 2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      More RCA Line Inputs 8 (1 front) vs 6
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1 vs
      More Composite Video Inputs 5 (1 front) vs 2
      More Composite Video Outputs 1 vs
      More Component Video Inputs 3 vs 2
      Front A/V Inputs HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio vs HDMI, USB
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out vs HDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      More GUI Languages 9 vs 7
      Napster vs
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 780 W vs 340 W
      Higher Rated Preout Level 1.2 V vs 1 V/470 kΩ

      4. Advantage of Pioneer SC-LX901

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pioneer SC-LX901 over Marantz SR8012.

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      Marantz SR8012 vs Pioneer SC-LX901
      Bi-amp capability assignable vs Front, Center, Surround, SP-B
      Air Studios Monitor Certification vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, 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
      Dialog Enhancement vs
      Dialogue Lift vs via Dialog Enhancement
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite vs Component**, Composite
      Chromecast Built-In vs
      Works with SONOS vs
      DTS Play-Fi vs
      More Optical Inputs 2 vs 3
      Analog Tuner vs FM/AM
      Pandora vs
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 175 W (0.7% THD) vs 200 W (1.0% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 102 dB vs 108 dB
      Higher S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A) 74 dB vs 90 dB
      Higher DSD Sampling Rate via USB 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz vs 11.2 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 2.8 MHz
      Newer Bluetooth Version 3․0 + EDR vs 4․1 + LE

      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 SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
        Many Channels11.211.2
        High Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven)
        Channel Processing11.211.2
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 MCACC Pro
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component**, Composite
        Wi-Fi
        Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
        Many HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 Front
        Many RCA Line Inputs8 (1 front)6
        Phono Input
        RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
        Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)2
        Component Video Inputs32
        Ethernet
        Zones33
        Spotify
        Tidal
      WEAKNESSES Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
        No Front Wide Channel Support
        No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
        No HDR10+
        No 8K Passthroughup to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4up to 4K/60p (YCbCr 4:4:4)
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901

      11 channel Amplifier: Marantz SR8012 features 11 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.

      11 channel Class D3 (Direct Energy HD) Amplifier: Pioneer SC-LX901 features 11 channel power amplifier with Class D3 design (Direct Energy HD). It is rated at 140 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven) and is able to drive 4 ohm speakers.
      • Current Feedback Topology: Marantz SR8012 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 SR8012 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.
      • Toroidal Transformer: Marantz SR8012 has a toroidal transformer which in general costs several times more than a regular C-core transformer and radiates less electromagnetic noise outside its donut shaped core.


      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Channels11.211.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 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 Front, Center, Surround, SP-B

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      7. Speaker Configurations

      Marantz SR8012's and Pioneer SC-LX901's amplifiers can be assigned for different speaker configurations.

      • Dolby Atmos Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for Dolby Atmos:
      • Marantz SR8012: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • DTS:X Configurations: The following speaker configurations are supported for DTS:X:
      • Marantz SR8012: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2, 5.2.4, 7.2.2, 7.2.4 with internal amplifier.
      • Configurations without height channels: There are also other speaker configurations available which do not include height channels:
      • Marantz SR8012: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Bi-Amp: Marantz SR8012 is able to bi-amp up to 2 and Pioneer SC-LX901 is able to bi-amp up to 4 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 SR8012 and Pioneer SC-LX901 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.

      DTS:X

      Marantz SR8012 and Pioneer SC-LX901 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 SR8012 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 SR8012 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 SR8012 supports Auro-3D.

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

      IMAX Enhanced

      Marantz SR8012 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 SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
      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 7.1.4
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In

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      9. HDMI

      Marantz SR8012 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 3 outputs - 2 for MAIN and 1 for ZONE2.

      Pioneer SC-LX901 comes with 8 HDMI inputs. It has 2 outputs - 1 MAIN and 1 SUB/ZONE 2.

      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough: On both receivers all inputs pass up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 video signal.
      • 4K Upscaling: Both receivers can upscale up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 from HDMI sources. Marantz SR8012 can also upscale from analog sources.
      • Analog To HDMI Upconversion: Marantz SR8012 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 2.2 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 SR8012 supports HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

      Pioneer SC-LX901 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 SR8012 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.



      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      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 (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 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 SR8012 and Pioneer SC-LX901 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 SR8012 and use high quality DACs of the player instead of the ones in the receiver.
      • Analog Pre-Outs: Marantz SR8012 and Pioneer SC-LX901 have 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 11 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 8 pair of line inputs on Marantz SR8012 and 6 pair of line inputs on Pioneer SC-LX901 for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Marantz SR8012 and 3 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Pioneer SC-LX901 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 SR8012
        Inputs:         8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901
        Inputs:         8 (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 SR8012
        Inputs:         5   Outputs: 1.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901
        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 SR8012 supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901 supports up to 1080i resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Marantz SR8012
        Inputs:         3   Outputs: 1.
      • Pioneer SC-LX901
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 1.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Marantz SR8012: HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
      • Pioneer SC-LX901: HDMI, USB

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      TERMINALS Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 Front
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs23
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs8 (1 front)6
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs32
      Component Video Outputs11

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Marantz SR8012 and Pioneer SC-LX901 and gave them scores of 93 and 91 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 SR8012

      Pioneer SC-LX901

      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      91

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W

      Audio Features

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   IMAX Enhanced
      •   Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   DSD via HDMI
      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   11.2 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
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion

      Connectivity

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Works with Amazon Alexa
      •   HEOS
      •   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 3․0 + EDR
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   No eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Wi-Fi
      •   Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   Chromecast Built-In
      •   8 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
      93
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      82
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      BrandMarantzPioneer
      SeriesElite
      ModelSR8012SC-LX901
      TypeA/V AmplifierA/V Receiver
      CountryUKNorth America
      Release Year20172017
      PredecessorPioneer SC-99
      SuccessorMarantz SR8015 Pioneer SC-LX904
      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Channels11.211.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)140 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 Front, Center, Surround, SP-B
      AUDIO FEATURES Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Digital Signal Processing (DSP) EngineCirrus Logic (Quad Core) x 1
      DACAKM AK4458ESS SABRE32 Ultra (ES9016S)
      DAC Specs768 kHz/32 Bit192 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.211.2
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4
      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 7.1.4
      DTS Neural:X
      DTS Virtual:X
      DTS Neo
      DTS-HD Master Audio
      DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
      DTS 96/24
      DTS Express
      DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1, Matrix 6.1
      IMAX Enhanced
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer 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, 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 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input 2-ch Input
      DSD to PCM Converter
      USB DAC
      Jitter Reduction PQLS & PQFA
      DTS Dialogue Control
      Dialog Enhancement
      Dialog Level Adjustment
      Dialog normalization
      Dialogue Lift via Dialog Enhancement
      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 SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 MCACC Pro
      Audyssey App Support
      Manual MCACC
      MCACC Memory3
      Reflex Optimizer
      Phase Control
      Auto Phase Control Plus
      Full Band Phase Control
      Standing Wave Control
      EQ Bands9-Band
      Symmetric EQ
      X-Curve
      Distance Adjustment0.5 feet
      Precision Distance
      Polarity Check
      Auto Subwoofer Crossover
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      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 (YCbCr 4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 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 Resolution1080p1080i
      Stream Smoother
      Pure Cinema
      Video Parameter Adjustments
      Super Resolution
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC SBC, AAC
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      Domotz Pro Compatible
      Remote Monitoring with ihiji
      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 SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)8 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 MAIN, 1 SUB/ZONE 2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 Front
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs23
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs22
      RCA Line Inputs8 (1 front)6
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.211.2
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)2
      Composite Video Outputs1
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs32
      Component Video Outputs11
      Ethernet
      Ethernet Switch
      PC In
      Front A/V InputsHDMI, USB, Composite, L/R AudioHDMI, 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 SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Number of Zones33
      Powered Zones 2 and 32 and 3
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Component, Composite, Pre OutHDMI, RCA Pre/Line Out
      Zone 3 OutsPre OutRCA Pre/Line Out
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output22 (A: 100 mA, B: 25 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output2 / 1
      MISCELLANEOUS Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User InterfaceIcon-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
      GUI Languages97
      Web Control
      AV Navigator
      IP Control
      PreAmp Mode
      Versatile Speaker ConfigurationSurround Back/Height 1/Height 2/Speaker B/Bi-Amp/Zone 2/Zone 3
      Display 2 lines + port hole
      FL Dimmer
      Function Rename
      Remote ControllerRC038SR
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Setup Assistant
      RADIO Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Presets40
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      ChassisCopper Platted
      Front PanelMetalBrushed
      Solid Aluminum Front
      ConstructionAdvanced Direct Construction
      Speaker Terminals1111
      Large Speaker Terminals1111
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      3D Space Frame Construction
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer
      Low Leakage Flux Power Transformer
      Transformer Stabilizer
      Power Consumption780 W340 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W90 W
      Standby Power0.2 W0.15 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power Standby
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Dimensions (W x H x D)440 mm x 185 mm x 460 mm (with antenna: 440 mm x 248 mm x 460 mm)
      17-3/8" x 7-3/8" x 18-1/8" (with antenna: 17-3/8" x 9-7/8" x 18-1/8")      		435 mm x 185 mm x 441 mm
      17-1/8" x 7-5/16" x 17-1/3"
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)21" x 12" x 21"
      Weight17.4 kg (38 lbs 6 oz)18.0 kg (39.7 lbs)
      Weight of Package45.35 lbs
      SPECIFICATIONS Marantz SR8012 Pioneer SC-LX901
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)140 W (0.05% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)140 W (0.08% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)175 W (0.7% THD)200 W (1.0% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)200 W (1% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)205 W (1% THD)
      Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven)255 W (1.0% THD)
      Rated Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)280 W (1% THD)
      Maximum Power Output (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel Driven)340 W (10% THD)
      Multi Channel Simultaneous Drive880 W (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 1.0%)
      THD0.04% (1 kHz, 100 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)
      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 Preout Level and Impedance1.2 V1 V/470 kΩ
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      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)102 dB108 dB
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB90 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)
      DSD Sampling Rates via HDMI2.8 MHz2.8 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 PB/PR)
      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 Version3․0 + EDR4․1 + 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 MHz
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz
      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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