Denon AVRX4400H vs Marantz SR6011 – that is a question.
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the AVRX4400H has such a ratio W/Ohm - 125/8, 165/6, while the SR6011 has a power of 110/8, 150/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the AVRX4400H it is 0.05%, but for the SR6011 it is 0.08%.
Competitive models use the same DAC. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Denon AVRX4400H and Marantz SR6011 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The contenders have differences in the supported services from Apple - AirPlay, AirPlay 2 versus AirPlay respectively. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Denon AVRX4400H works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora,iHeart Radio, Sirius XM, Sound Cloud, Napster, but the Marantz SR6011 works with Pandora, Sirius XM.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of each of the AV receivers. The quality of 4K/60Hz signal remains unchanged when transmitting from a source to a TV or projector via HDMI for both receivers. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the AVRX4400H and the SR6011. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the AVRX4400H.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the AVRX4400H has 8/3, and the SR6011 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the AVRX4400H. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. AVRX4400H and SR6011 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Unlike the AVRX4400H where 3 Multi zones is provided, the SR6011 works with 2 Multi zones. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Denon AVRX4400H and the Marantz SR6011 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.