Onkyo TX-SR393 vs Marantz NR1504 review

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The Onkyo TX-SR393 vs Marantz NR1504 comparison proves that these receivers have many common features.

Amplifier

A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Onkyo TX-SR393 has 5.2 versus 5.1 for Marantz NR1504. Regarding power, then TX-SR393 has such a W/Ohm ratio - 80/8, 155/6 when NR1504 has a power of 50/8, 60/6. The THD is the same and is 0.08%.

Audio features

Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, AKM 384 KHz/32-bit for TX-SR393 and 192 KHz/24-bit for the NR1504. None of the models support Bi-amping. The Marantz NR1504 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing.

Connectivity

Both models do not have WI-FI support. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Only the NR1504 supports Spotify. HDMI signal transmission in standby mode is implemented in each of the devices. The TX-SR393 can scale the input HDMI signal, unlike the NR1504. Dolby Vision technology found support only on the TX-SR393.

Extensive connections

The Onkyo TX-SR393 has 4/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 6/1 HDMI connectors of the Marantz NR1504. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Unfortunately, HDMI eARC is not available on monitored devices. The Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) feature is present in most modern AV receivers and the models in our comparison are no exception. Both models support the standard HDCP 2.2. Receivers do not have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. A voice control is not available. An ECO mode is not present in each of the AV receivers. The setup assistant will help you configure Marantz NR1504.

Multichannel surround

Only the TX-SR393 has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the TX-SR393.