Marantz NR1508 vs Yamaha R-N803BL review
Marantz NR1508 vs Yamaha R-N803BL comparison definitely makes sense.
Amplifier
A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Marantz NR1508 has 5.2 versus 2.0 for Yamaha R-N803BL. Regarding power, then NR1508 has such a W/Ohm ratio - 50/8 when R-N803BL has a power of 100/8, 160/4. The THD is 0.08% for the NR1508 but 0.01% for the R-N803BL.
Audio features
Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, 192 KHz/24-bit for NR1508 and ESS SABRE (9006AS) 192 KHz/24-bit for the R-N803BL. None of the models support Bi-amping. Each of the AV receivers can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Marantz NR1508 has support for AirPlay, AirPlay 2, and its competitor in our comparison - AirPlay. Spotify can be used on each receiver. The NR1508 can work with the audio stream from Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, and the R-N803BL can receive a content from Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Sirius XM.
Video features
Only the Marantz NR1508 has support for High dynamic range (HDR). Only the NR1508 provides HDMI signal transmission in standby mode. Both competitors are not able to scale the HDMI signal. Dolby Vision technology found support only on the NR1508. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) does not support any one of these models. Unfortunately, HDMI eARC is not available on monitored devices. Of the two receivers in our comparison, HDMI CEC is present in only the NR1508. The R-N803BL has a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. The NR1508 supports voice control via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI, and the R-N803BL - Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant. It is also worth noting that the ECO mode is presented in each of the receivers. The setup assistant will help you configure Marantz NR1508.
Multichannel surround
None of the rivals equipped with Dolby Atmos multichannel audio decoder. The receivers do not support the surround sound technology DTS:X.
General
Item
Model
Brand
Reviews
Amplifier
Channels
Stereo power (RMS), W/Ohm
Output impedance, Ohm
Frequency response
THD in stereo, %
Audio features
Digital to analog converter (DAC)
Bi-amping
Pure direct (straight)
Auto speaker calibration
Speaker A/B switching
Other audio features
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
USB
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
DLNA
MHL
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Extensive connection
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
HDMI CEC
Digital content protection (HDCP)
Subwoofer output (LFE)
Headphone output
Optical digital input
Coaxial digital input
Composite input
Component input/output
Phono (MM) input
Front panel connectors
Multi channel preamp output
Video features
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
4K signal pass-through
8K signal pass-through
HDMI signal pass-through
3D signal pass-through
HDMI pass-through in standby mode
Video conversion
Analog to HDMI scaling
HDMI to HDMI scaling
Dolby Vision
Other video features
Additional features
Voice control
App control
Display
Tuner
Sleep timer
Auto power off
ECO mode
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Setup assistant
Firmware update
Other additional features
Multi-room
Multi-room zones
Zone audio output
Zone HDMI output
Multi-room control
RS-232
Remote control input/output (IR)
DC trigger output (12V)
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Surround
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS HD Master
DTS Virtual:X
DTS Neural:X
DTS (other)
Auro-3D
IMAX Enhanced
Multichannel stereo
Audio file formats
MP3
WMA
AAC
WAV
FLAC
ALAC
Other audio file formats
Power
Operational power consumption, W
Standby consumption, W
Removable power cord
Dimensions
Size W x H x D, cm/inches
Weight, kg/lbs
Other
Release year
AV receivers SoundInspiration comparison rating
- 6.3Marantz NR1508
- 6.7Yamaha R-N803BL
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