What is better - Marantz NR1509 vs Sony STR-DN1040?
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.2 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the NR1509 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 50/8, 60/6, while the STR-DN1040 has a power of 100/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the NR1509 it is 0.08%, but for the STR-DN1040 it is 0.09%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the NR1509 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the STR-DN1040 is equipped with 96 KHz/24-bit. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Sony STR-DN1040. Both Marantz NR1509 and Sony STR-DN1040 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. The NR1509 has access to the Spotify service.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of the NR1509. 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 NR1509 and the STR-DN1040. Video scaling is only possible with the STR-DN1040. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the NR1509.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the NR1509 has 7/1, and the STR-DN1040 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the NR1509 and the STR-DN1040. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. NR1509 and STR-DN1040 support the standard HDCP 2.2. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Marantz NR1509. There is an ECO mode in NR1509. The Marantz NR1509 and the Sony STR-DN1040 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
Generally no support for a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A DTS:X surround technology is not supported by devices from our comparison.