Marantz STEREO 70s vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES review

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The Marantz STEREO 70s vs Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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 - 2.2 versus 7.2, respectively, for devices. In terms of power, there are differences, the STEREO 70s has such a ratio W/Ohm - 75/8, 100/6, while the STR-AZ1000ES has a power of 100/8. The value of total harmonic distortion is also different, and for the STEREO 70s it is 0.08%, but for the STR-AZ1000ES it is 0.09%.

Audio features

Competitive models use the same DAC. Each of the compared opponents supports Bi-amping. Both Marantz STEREO 70s and Sony STR-AZ1000ES 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, AirPlay 2. Access to the Spotify service is on each of the competitors. Most popular streaming services are available for our models under consideration - Deezer, TIDAL, Pandora, SiriusXM, Napster, SoundCloud, Amazon Music, Amazon Music HD, MOOD:Mix.

Video features

The quality of 4K/120Hz 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 STEREO 70s and the STR-AZ1000ES. 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 STEREO 70s has 6/3, and the STR-AZ1000ES has 6/2. HDMI Audio Return Channel is implemented in both devices. HDMI eARC is only supported by the STR-AZ1000ES. When comparing receivers, it becomes clear that each of the rivals can work with HDMI CEC. STEREO 70s and STR-AZ1000ES support the standard HDCP 2.3. In the presence of a built-in phono stage for connecting a vinyl player only at Marantz STEREO 70s.

Additional features

Unlike the STEREO 70s where 1 Multi zones is provided, the STR-AZ1000ES works with 3 Multi zones. Voice control is performed using Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Josh.AI in both models. There is an ECO mode in either AV receiver. The Marantz STEREO 70s and the Sony STR-AZ1000ES can be properly configured using the setup assistant.

Multichannel surround

A Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format is available only in the STR-AZ1000ES. Only in the STR-AZ1000ES realized a DTS:X surround technology.