Yamaha RX-V385BL vs Marantz CINEMA 60 review

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It makes sense comparing Yamaha RX-V385BL vs Marantz CINEMA 60 because they both are able to give some premium features.

Amplifier

A significant difference between the receivers in the number of channels, Yamaha RX-V385BL has 5.1 versus 7.2 for Marantz CINEMA 60. Regarding power, then RX-V385BL has such a W/Ohm ratio - 70/8, 145/6 when CINEMA 60 has a power of 100/8, 140/6. The THD is 0.09% for the RX-V385BL but 0.08% for the CINEMA 60.

Audio features

Characteristics of digital to analog converter (DAC) are different, Burr-Brown 384 KHz/32-bit for RX-V385BL and 192 KHz/32-bit for the CINEMA 60. Only the CINEMA 60 supports Bi-amping feature. The Marantz CINEMA 60 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Only the CINEMA 60 supports Spotify.

Video features

HDMI signal transmission in standby mode is implemented in each of the devices. Both rivals can scale the resolution of the incoming HDMI signal. The HDR standard - Dolby Vision is supported by these receivers.

Extensive connections

The Yamaha RX-V385BL has 4/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 6/3 HDMI connectors of the Marantz CINEMA 60. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. HDMI eARC is available in each model. 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 2.3. The CINEMA 60 has a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player. It is also worth noting that the ECO mode is presented in each of the receivers. The setup assistant will help you configure Marantz CINEMA 60.

Multichannel surround

Only the CINEMA 60 has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the CINEMA 60.