What is better - Marantz SR6011 vs Yamaha RX-A2070?
AV receivers under review have the same number of channels. In terms of power, there are differences, the SR6011 has such a ratio W/Ohm - 110/8, 150/6, while the RX-A2070 has a power of 140/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the SR6011 it is 0.08%, but for the RX-A2070 it is 0.06%.
The manufacturer installed different DACs, the SR6011 received the model 192 KHz/24-bit, but the RX-A2070 is equipped with ESS 192 KHz/24-bit. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Marantz SR6011 and Yamaha RX-A2070 can transmit an audio signal directly to the amplifier and bypasses any DSP processing. Each of the receivers has a Bluetooth connector. Both devices can work with such Apple Music services: AirPlay. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. The number of available streaming services varies for receivers, the Marantz SR6011 works with Pandora, Sirius XM, but the Yamaha RX-A2070 works with Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, Napster, SiriusXM. 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 SR6011 and the RX-A2070. Each of the devices can increase the resolution of the incoming video signal. Operation with the Dolby Vision is only possible with the RX-A2070.
The number of HDMI inputs/outputs is the same - 8/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is not supported by the SR6011 and the RX-A2070. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. The SR6011 has support for the standard HDCP 2.2, compared to the RX-A2070, which supports the standard HDCP 2.3. Like most receivers, our models have a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player.
Unlike the SR6011 where 2 Multi zones is provided, the RX-A2070 works with 3 Multi zones. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Marantz SR6011 and the Yamaha RX-A2070 can be properly configured using the setup assistant.
A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available both models. A DTS:X surround technology is supported by devices from our comparison.