Marantz SR8012 vs Sony STR-ZA2100ES

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      Sony STR-ZA2100ES
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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

      • 7.2 Channels
      • 9ch + Phantom 2ch Channel Processing
      • 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
      • HDR10, Dolby Vision
      • 4K/60Hz Passthrough, 4K/60Hz Upscaling
      • Ethernet

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      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Marantz SR8012
      4. Advantage of Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      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 Sony STR-ZA2100ES 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 SR8012 has 11 channel and the Sony STR-ZA2100ES has 7 channel amplifiers with Marantz SR8012's being more powerful.


      Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      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.

      Sony STR-ZA2100ES was introduced in 2017. It is equipped with 7 channel amplifier with 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) power per channel and is capable of 9ch + Phantom 2ch maximum channel processing. It supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, passes 4K/60Hz and upscales up to 4K/60p video signal.

      We evaluated Marantz SR8012 and Sony STR-ZA2100ES and gave them scores of 93 and 83 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

      Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      Amplifier
      94
      Amplifier
      79
      Audio Features
      93
      Audio Features
      86
      Video Features
      95
      Video Features
      96
      Connectivity
      92
      Connectivity
      75
      Zones
      93
      Zones
      89
      Radio
      82
      Radio
      59
      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      83

      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 Sony STR-ZA2100ES.

      PROS

      Marantz SR8012

      Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      •   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
      •   9ch + Phantom 2ch Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   DTS:X
      •   DSD via HDMI
      •   Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic.
      •   HDR10
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet
      •   3 Zones
      •   Analog Tuner

      CONS

      Marantz SR8012

      Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      •   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
      •   Low Power Output - 75 W
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No 360 Reality Audio
      •   No HDR10+
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   0 8K Input
      •   No Phono Input
      •   No Digital Radio
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal


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

      AVERAGE

      Marantz SR8012

      Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      •   7.2 Channels
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   RCA Line Inputs

      3. Advantage of Marantz SR8012

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Marantz SR8012 over Sony STR-ZA2100ES.

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      Marantz SR8012 vs Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      More Channels 11.2 vs 7.2
      Higher Power Output 140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven) vs 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)
      Certified 4 Ω Performance vs
      More Channel Processing 11.2 vs 9ch + Phantom 2ch
      Dolby Digital EX vs
      DTS Virtual:X vs
      IMAX Enhanced vs
      Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer Built-In vs
      Music Playback via USB MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, FLAC, DSD vs
      DSD via USB 2-ch Input vs
      DTS Dialog Control vs
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ vs
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume vs
      Audyssey LFC vs
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT vs
      isf Certified Calibration Control vs
      Wi-Fi vs
      Bluetooth SBC vs
      Works with Amazon Alexa vs
      DLNA 1.5 vs
      AirPlay AirPlay 2 vs
      More HDMI Inputs 8 (1 front) vs 6 (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
      More RCA Line Inputs 8 (1 front) vs 4
      Phono Input vs
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1 vs
      More RCA Pre-Outs 11.2 vs 2.2 (Height L/R and Subwoofers)
      More Composite Video Inputs 5 (1 front) vs 2
      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, USB
      Headphone Out 6.3 mm (1/4") vs
      More Powered Zones 2 and 3 vs 2
      Zone 2 Outs HDMI, Component, Composite, Pre Out vs HDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
      +12V Trigger Output 2 vs 1 (80 mA)
      More GUI Languages 9 vs 3
      Internet Radio TuneIn vs
      Spotify vs
      Tidal vs
      Deezer vs
      Napster vs
      More Speaker Terminals 11 vs 7
      More Large Speaker Terminals 11 vs 7
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals vs
      Gold plated RCA terminals vs
      Bigger Power Supply 780 W vs 290 W
      Higher Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 140 W (0.05% THD) vs 75 W (0.09% THD)
      Higher Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC) 175 W (0.7% THD) vs 115 W (0.9% THD)
      Higher S/N Ratio (digital) 102 dB vs 96 dB (20 kHz LPF)

      4. Advantage of Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony STR-ZA2100ES over Marantz SR8012.

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      Marantz SR8012 vs Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Dialogue Lift vs Center Speaker Lift Up
      Remote Monitoring with ihiji vs
      Analog Tuner vs FM/AM
      Higher Rated Preout Level 1.2 V vs 2 V/1 kΩ (Height L/R and Subwoofer)
      Higher S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A) 102 dB vs 105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
      Longer Warranty 3 Years vs 5 Years

      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 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
        Channel Processing11.29ch + Phantom 2ch
        Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 plus 2 phantom rear surround channels
        DTS:X up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 plus 2 phantom rear surround channels
        DSD via HDMI 2-ch/Multi-ch Input 2-ch/Multi-ch Input
        Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 D.C.A.C. EX
        HDR10
        Dolby Vision
        eARC
        New HDCP Version2.22.2
        Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component, Composite
        USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 (Front) for update and setting
        RCA Pre-Outs11.22.2 (Height L/R and Subwoofers)
        Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)2
        Component Video Inputs32
        Ethernet
        Zones33
      WEAKNESSES Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
        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 (YCbCr4:4:4)
        Few 8K Inputs
        No Digital Radio
        No Pandora

      6. Amplifier

      Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      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.

      7 channel Amplifier: Sony STR-ZA2100ES features 7 channel power amplifier. It is rated at 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven).
      • 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 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Channels11.27.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)75 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 SR8012's and Sony STR-ZA2100ES'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.
      • Sony STR-ZA2100ES: 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 with addition of external 2 channel 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.
      • Sony STR-ZA2100ES: The speaker configurations for DTS:X are the same as for Dolby Atmos - 5.2.2 with internal amplifier and 5.2.4, 7.2.2 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 SR8012: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • Sony STR-ZA2100ES: 5.2, 7.2 with internal amplifier.
      • 2-ch Bi-Amp: Both models are able to bi-amp up to 2 main channels simultaneously. During bi-amplification two amplifiers are used for one speaker. One amplifier powers the midrange and tweeter section of the speaker and another amplifier powers the low frequency woofers. Each amplifier is less loaded and performs better. In order to use this feature speakers must have 2 pairs of connectors.

      8. Immersive Audio Formats

      Dolby Atmos

      Marantz SR8012 and Sony STR-ZA2100ES 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 Sony STR-ZA2100ES 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 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 plus 2 phantom rear surround channels
      Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      Dolby Atmos Music
      Dolby TrueHD
      Dolby Digital Plus
      Dolby Surround Upmixer
      Dolby Pro Logic
      Dolby Digital EX
      DTS:X up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 plus 2 phantom rear surround channels
      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.

      Sony STR-ZA2100ES comes with 6 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: Both receivers 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 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)

      Both receivers support 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 SR8012 and Sony STR-ZA2100ES 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.



      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      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 (YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K/60p

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      10. Inputs and Outputs

      Audio

      • Phono Input: There is an MM phono input on Marantz SR8012 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 has 11.2 and Sony STR-ZA2100ES has 2.2 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, Sony STR-ZA2100ES has 10 channel processing but has only 11 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 8 pair of line inputs on Marantz SR8012 and 4 pair of line inputs on Sony STR-ZA2100ES for connecting sources with analog outputs.
      • Digital Inputs: 2 optical inputs and 2 coaxial inputs are available on Marantz SR8012 and 2 optical inputs and 1 coaxial input are available on Sony STR-ZA2100ES for digital audio connections.
      • Headphone Output: There is a 6.3 mm (1/4") output jack on Marantz SR8012 for headphones.

      Video

      • HDMI:
      • Marantz SR8012
        Inputs:         8 (1 front)   Outputs: 3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)
        8K Inputs: 0.
      • Sony STR-ZA2100ES
        Inputs:         6 (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 SR8012
        Inputs:         5   Outputs: 1.
      • Sony STR-ZA2100ES
        Inputs:         2   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.
      • Marantz SR8012 supports up to 1080p resolution on Component video connectors. resolution on Component video connectors.
      • Marantz SR8012
        Inputs:         3   Outputs: 1.
      • Sony STR-ZA2100ES
        Inputs:         2   Outputs: 0.

      Front A/V Inputs

      • Marantz SR8012: HDMI, USB, Composite, L/R Audio
      • Sony STR-ZA2100ES: HDMI, USB

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      TERMINALS Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)6 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 (Front) for update and setting
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs8 (1 front)4
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.22.2 (Height L/R and Subwoofers)
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)2
      Composite Video Outputs11
      S-Video Inputs
      S-Video Outputs
      Component Video Inputs32
      Component Video Outputs1

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      11. Evaluations

      We evaluated Marantz SR8012 and Sony STR-ZA2100ES and gave them scores of 93 and 83 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

      Sony STR-ZA2100ES

      OVERALL
      93
      OVERALL
      83

      Amplifier

      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   Many Channels - 11.2
      •   High Power Output - 140 W
      •   Toroidal Transformer
      GOOD
      79
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   Low Power Output - 75 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
      86
      •   7.2 Channels
      •   No Front Wide Channel Support
      •   9ch + Phantom 2ch Channel Processing
      •   Dolby Atmos
      •   No Dolby Atmos Height Virtualization
      •   DTS:X
      •   No IMAX Enhanced
      •   No Auro 3D with Auro-Matic Upmixer
      •   No 360 Reality Audio
      •   DSD via HDMI

      Video Features

      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   HDR10
      •   No HDR10+
      •   Dolby Vision
      •   No 8K Passthrough
      •   Analog To HDMI Upconversion
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   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
      GOOD
      75
      •   eARC
      •   New HDCP Version
      •   No Wi-Fi
      •   No Bluetooth
      •   Does not Work with Amazon Alexa
      •   6 HDMI Inputs
      •   3 HDMI Outputs
      •   0 8K Input
      •   USB Input
      •   RCA Line Inputs
      •   No Phono Input
      •   RCA Pre-Outs
      •   Composite Video Inputs
      •   Component Video Inputs
      •   Ethernet

      Zones

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   3 Zones
      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   3 Zones

      Radio

      GOOD
      82
      •   No Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   Spotify
      •   Tidal
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Analog Tuner
      •   No Pandora
      •   No Spotify
      •   No Tidal

      12. Specifications

      GENERAL Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      BrandMarantzSony
      SeriesES
      ModelSR8012STR-ZA2100ES
      TypeA/V AmplifierA/V Receiver
      CountryUKUSA
      Release Year20172017
      PredecessorSony STR-ZA2000ES
      SuccessorMarantz SR8015
      AMPLIFIER Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Channels11.27.2
      Power Output140 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)75 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 SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      DACAKM AK4458
      DAC Specs768 kHz/32 Bit
      Maximum Channel Processing11.29ch + Phantom 2ch
      Air Studios Monitor Certification
      Dolby Atmos up to 7.1.4 up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 plus 2 phantom rear surround channels
      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 up to 7.1.2 or 5.1.4 plus 2 phantom rear surround channels
      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
      360 Reality Audio
      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, DSD
      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 Center Speaker Lift Up
      Digital Legato Linear
      In-Ceiling Speaker Mode
      OP Processing
      Sound Optimizer
      Tone Control All Channels
      Compressed Music Enhancer MDAX2
      High-resolution Music Enhancer
      Audyssey Dynamic EQ
      Audyssey Dynamic Volume
      Audyssey LFC
      Audyssey Sub EQ HT
      Audyssey DSX
      Direct Mode
      Pure Direct Mode
      Independent Subwoofer Outputs
      CALIBRATION Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Auto Speaker Calibration System with Mic. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 D.C.A.C. EX
      Calibration MicrophoneStereo
      EQ for D.C.A.C.31 band EQ
      Speaker Relocation
      Automatic Phase Matching
      Audyssey App Support
      Optimized Bass Redirection
      Bass Sync
      VIDEO FEATURES Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      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 (YCbCr4:4:4)
      Video Signal Upscaling up to 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 up to 4K/60p
      Analog To HDMI Upconversion Component, Composite Component, Composite
      Component Video Upscaling
      Analog to Analog Video conversion
      Component Video Maximum Resolution1080p
      isf Certified Calibration Control
      CONNECTIVITY Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Wi-Fi
      Bluetooth SBC
      Works with Amazon Alexa
      Chromecast Built-In
      Works with SonoS
      HEOS
      DTS Play-Fi
      MHL Input
      DLNA 1.5
      Music Connect
      Domotz Pro Compatible
      Remote Monitoring with ihiji
      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 SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      HDMI Inputs8 (1 front)6 (1 front)
      HDMI Outputs3 (2 for MAIN, 1 for ZONE2)2 (1 Main, 1 Sub/Zone2)
      8K Inputs
      USB Input1 (Front) for USB memory1 (Front) for update and setting
      USB DC Out Port
      Optical Inputs22
      Optical Outputs
      Coaxial Inputs21
      RCA Line Inputs8 (1 front)4
      RCA Line Outputs
      XLR Line Inputs
      Phono Input
      Multi-Channel Input 7.1
      RCA Pre-Outs11.22.2 (Height L/R and Subwoofers)
      XLR Pre-outs
      Composite Video Inputs5 (1 front)2
      Composite Video Outputs11
      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, USB
      Speaker A/B assignable
      Headphone Out6.3 mm (1/4")
      Detachable Power Cord
      Flasher In
      Remote Control In/Out1 / 1
      ZONES Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Number of Zones33
      Powered Zones 2 and 3 2
      Zone 2 OutsHDMI, Component, Composite, Pre OutHDMI, Composite Video, RCA Pre/Line Out
      Zone 3 OutsPre OutRCA Pre/Line Out
      Zone GUI for Zone 2
      RS-232C Interface
      +12V Trigger Output21 (80 mA)
      Remote (IR) Input/Output1 / 2
      MISCELLANEOUS Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      On-Screen Display Advanced Graphic User Interface Graphical User Interface
      GUI Languages93
      Web Control
      IP Control
      Display 2 lines + port hole
      Remote ControllerRC038SRRM-AAU217
      Pre-programmed / Learnable / LCD Display / /
      Setup Assistant
      RADIO Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Analog Tuner FM/AM
      Presets60 (30/30)
      Digital Radio
      Internet Radio TuneIn
      Pandora
      Spotify
      Tidal
      Deezer
      Napster
      SiriusXM
      CONSTRUCTION Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      ChassisCopper Platted
      Front PanelMetal
      Speaker Terminals117
      Large Speaker Terminals117
      Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
      Transparent High-Grade Speaker Terminals
      High Grade Audio Components
      Gold plated RCA terminals
      POWER Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Power SupplyAC 230 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 Hz
      Toroidal Transformer
      Power Consumption780 W290 W
      No Sound PowerECO On/Off: 65 W/110 W
      Standby Power0.2 W0.3 W
      ECO Mode / Hybrid Standby Function
      Auto Power off
      PHYSICAL Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      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")      		430 mm x 174 mm x 410 mm
      17" x 6-7/8" x 16-1/4"
      Dimensions of Package (W x H x D)21" x 12" x 21"
      Weight17.4 kg (38 lbs 6 oz)12.6 kg (27 lbs. 13 oz.)
      Weight of Package45.35 lbs
      SPECIFICATIONS Marantz SR8012 Sony STR-ZA2100ES
      Power Output (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)140 W (0.05% THD)75 W (0.09% THD)
      Power Output (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel Driven, FTC)105 W (0.9% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 2 channel driven)95 W (0.09% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 2 channel driven, FTC)175 W (0.7% THD)115 W (0.9% THD)
      Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, FTC)145 W (0.9% THD)
      Rated Power Output (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, IEC)205 W (1% THD)
      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 kΩ150 mV/50 kΩ
      Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Phono MM)2.5 mV
      Rated Preout Level and Impedance1.2 V2 V/1 kΩ (Height L/R and Subwoofer)
      Rated Output digital2 V (at 0 dB playback)
      S/N Ratio (Line, IHF-A)102 dB105 dB (20 kHz LPF, 500 mV)
      S/N Ratio (Phono MM, IHF-A)74 dB
      S/N Ratio (digital)102 dB96 dB (20 kHz LPF)
      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)10 Hz - 100 kHz/±3 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 (Component Y)
      0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
      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-TX100BASE-TX
      Wi-Fi StandardIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
      Wi-Fi Terminal Frequency5 GHz, 2.4 GHz
      Bluetooth Version3․0 + EDR
      Bluetooth Frequency2.4 GHz
      USB TerminalUSB2.0 5V, 1 A
      FM Frequency87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
      AM Frequency530 kHz - 1710 kHz
      Warranty3 Years5 Years

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

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