Marantz NR1504 vs Onkyo TX-NR585 review

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The Marantz NR1504 vs Onkyo TX-NR585 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

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 TX-NR585 has a power of 80/8, 170/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the NR1504 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the TX-NR585 is equipped with AK4458 384 KHz/32-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Onkyo TX-NR585. Both Marantz NR1504 and Onkyo TX-NR585 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. 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 Onkyo TX-NR585 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, TuneIn Radio. Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the NR1504 and the TX-NR585. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the TX-NR585.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the NR1504 has 6/1, and the TX-NR585 has 7/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the NR1504 and the TX-NR585. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. NR1504 and TX-NR585 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Onkyo TX-NR585. There is an ECO mode in neither AV receiver. The Marantz NR1504 and the Onkyo TX-NR585 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the TX-NR585. Only in the TX-NR585 realized a DTS:X surround technology.