Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 vs Marantz SR6011 review

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Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 vs Marantz SR6011 – that is a question.

Amplifier

AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the Elite SC-LX704 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 135/8, while the SR6011 has a power of 110/8, 150/6. A common feature for devices is the same total harmonic distortion - 0.08%.

Audio features

The manufacturer installed different DACs, the Elite SC-LX704 received the model ES9026PRO 384 KHz/32-bit, but the SR6011 is equipped with 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 and Marantz SR6011 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. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, but the Marantz SR6011 works with Pandora, Sirius XM. 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 Elite SC-LX704 and the SR6011. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the Elite SC-LX704.

Extensive connections

The number of HDMI inputs/outputs varies depending on the receiver, the Elite SC-LX704 has 7/3, and the SR6011 has 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the Elite SC-LX704 and the SR6011. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The Elite SC-LX704 has support for the standard HDCP 2.3, compared to the SR6011, which supports the standard HDCP 2.2. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.

Additional features

Unlike the Elite SC-LX704 where 3 Multi zones is provided, the SR6011 works with 2 Multi zones. There is an ECO mode in SR6011. The Pioneer Elite SC-LX704 and the Marantz SR6011 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.