What is better - Marantz NR1504 vs Yamaha TSR-5810?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the NR1504 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 50/8, 60/6, while the TSR-5810 has a power of 80/8, 145/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the NR1504 it is 0.08%, but for the TSR-5810 it is 0.09%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the NR1504 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the TSR-5810 is equipped with Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Yamaha TSR-5810. Both Marantz NR1504 and Yamaha TSR-5810 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.
Wireless Internet connection via WIFI is only possible with TSR-5810. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Marantz NR1504 works with Pandora, SiriusXM, but the Yamaha TSR-5810 works with Pandora.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of the TSR-5810. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the NR1504 and the TSR-5810. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Review participants do not have the Dolby Vision feature.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the NR1504 has 6/1, and the TSR-5810 has 4/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the NR1504 and the TSR-5810. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. NR1504 and TSR-5810 support the standard HDCP 2.2. Unlike most receivers, our models do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. There is an ECO mode in TSR-5810. The Marantz NR1504 and the Yamaha TSR-5810 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the TSR-5810. Only in the TSR-5810 realized a DTS:X surround technology.