Yamaha RX-V385BL vs Marantz SR5015 review

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The Yamaha RX-V385BL vs Marantz SR5015 comparison will be extremely helpful for people who want to get a great, powerful receiver with many functions.

Amplifier

The number of channels for receivers is different - 5.1 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the RX-V385BL has such a ratio W/Ohm - 70/8, 145/6, while the SR5015 has a power of 100/8, 200/6. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the RX-V385BL it is 0.09%, but for the SR5015 it is 0.08%. The Bi-amping function is implemented only in the Marantz SR5015. The model SR5015 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. The SR5015 has access to the Spotify service.

Video features

Signaling over HDMI in standby mode can provide the RX-V385BL and the SR5015. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Each of the participants of the comparison has a Dolby Vision.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the RX-V385BL has 4/1, and the SR5015 has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is supported by the RX-V385BL and the SR5015. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. RX-V385BL and SR5015 support the standard HDCP 2.3. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Marantz SR5015. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Marantz SR5015 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the SR5015. Only in the SR5015 realized a DTS:X surround technology.