It’s strongly recommended to compare different receivers if you want to choose the best one: Yamaha RX-V377 vs Marantz NR1508.
The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 5.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V377 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 100/8, 135/6, while the NR1508 has a power of 50/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V377 it is 0.09%, but for the NR1508 it is 0.08%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the RX-V377 received the model Burr-Brown 192 KHz/24-bit, but the NR1508 is equipped with 192 KHz/24-bit. None of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Yamaha RX-V377 and Marantz NR1508 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. There is a Bluetooth protocol at the NR1508. The NR1508 has access to the Spotify service.
Support for the HDR function can only boast of the NR1508. 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 RX-V377 and the NR1508. None of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the NR1508.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the RX-V377 has 4/1, and the NR1508 has 6/1. HDMI Audio Return Channel is only available on Yamaha RX-V377. HDMI eARC is not supported by the RX-V377 and the NR1508. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. RX-V377 and NR1508 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 either AV receiver. The Yamaha RX-V377 and the Marantz NR1508 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.