Author Topic: Marantz Receivers (Read 269473 times)

avshop · « **Reply #1290 on:** Mar 05, 2013 at 08:20 AM »

Hopefully by next week meron na.

dwinski · « **Reply #1291 on:** Mar 11, 2013 at 05:10 PM »

I would just like to ask, the best talaga AV 8801 kaya lang di ba ito overkill, I mean the 11.2 channels. If I have the money to buy this but would only use 7.2 channel, should I buy the AV8801, the AV 7701 or the Onkyp PR SC 5509? Thanks!

avshop · « **Reply #1292 on:** Mar 11, 2013 at 05:12 PM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 11, 2013 at 05:10 PM

I would just like to ask, the best talaga AV 8801 kaya lang di ba ito overkill, I mean the 11.2 channels. If I have the money to buy this but would only use 7.2 channel, should I buy the AV8801, the AV 7701 or the Onkyp PR SC 5509? Thanks!

depends on your room size. but the DACS and processor the marantz uses is really top-notch. if you have a big enough room you will hear the benefits of the 11.2 set up.

dwinski · « **Reply #1293 on:** Mar 12, 2013 at 08:23 AM »

The room is not really that big Sir. Modesty aside, I just have this mentally to buy "top of the line" items if I could really afford them because I want premium quality items that are also reliable and efficient, at the same time, would last for years. Assuming I wouldn't stretch my budget for AV 8801, what would I miss, component quality-wise. with the AV 7701. Why shouldn't I buy the Onkyo PR SC 5509 instead over the Marantz? Thanks again!

avshop · « **Reply #1294 on:** Mar 12, 2013 at 02:12 PM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 12, 2013 at 08:23 AM

The room is not really that big Sir. Modesty aside, I just have this mentally to buy "top of the line" items if I could really afford them because I want premium quality items that are also reliable and efficient, at the same time, would last for years. Assuming I wouldn't stretch my budget for AV 8801, what would I miss, component quality-wise. with the AV 7701. Why shouldn't I buy the Onkyo PR SC 5509 instead over the Marantz? Thanks again!

i believe the marantz would have the better DACs than the onkyo. it also seems to have a better implemtation of the audyssey multi eqxt32 based on the forums.

between the av8801 and av7701, the 8801 has audyssey multi eqxt32 while the 7701 only has audyssey multi eqxt. the 8801 also uses better components than the 7701. 8801 uses a toroidal power supply. the 7701 doesn't. 8801 is 11.2 while the 7701 is only 7.2.

dm1179 · « **Reply #1295 on:** Mar 13, 2013 at 10:03 PM »

Anyone knows what store sells the Marantz NR1403 Slim Design AV Surround Receiver?

carlo.A · « **Reply #1296 on:** Mar 13, 2013 at 10:09 PM »

Quote from: dm1179 on Mar 13, 2013 at 10:03 PM

Anyone knows what store sells the Marantz NR1403 Slim Design AV Surround Receiver?

Pm avshop (Marc). He sells marantz stuff

dm1179 · « **Reply #1297 on:** Mar 14, 2013 at 08:23 AM »

^thanks.

avshop · « **Reply #1298 on:** Mar 14, 2013 at 01:43 PM »

2 channel stereo packages

b&w 685 with marantz pm5004 - 41.5k
b&w 685 with marantz pm6004 - 48k

dwinski · « **Reply #1299 on:** Mar 20, 2013 at 10:12 AM »

I am planning to go separates by buying the Marantz AV8801 this coming June (an upgrade from my existing Onkyo AVR right now) to feed initially my pair B&W CDM 1NT and a CDM CNT. I am also thinking initially going bi-amping initially with these set-up. What do you think is the best 5-channel amp to complement and provide ample power to my B&Ws? Thanks!

B&W Speakers info sheet:
http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/Downloads/Product/Archive/ENG_FP11762_CDM-1NT_info_sheet.pdf
http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/Downloads/Product/Archive/ENG_FP11959_CDM-CNT_info_sheet.pdf

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1300 on:** Mar 20, 2013 at 10:22 AM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 20, 2013 at 10:12 AM

I am planning to go separates by buying the Marantz AV8801 this coming June (an upgrade from my existing Onkyo AVR right now) to feed initially my pair B&W CDM 1NT and a CDM CNT. I am also thinking initially going bi-amping initially with these set-up. What do you think is the best 5-channel amp to complement and provide ample power to my B&Ws? Thanks!

Why not consider the Marantz power amp also... MM8077

150 watts x 7 Channels @ 8 Ohms

Or Emotiva XPR-5

400 watts x 5 Channels @ 8 Ohms

dwinski · « **Reply #1301 on:** Mar 20, 2013 at 12:47 PM »

Yep I leaning toward emotiva XPR - 5 but a bit worry it's an overkill or perhaps unsafe for my B&W CDM 1NT and CDM CNT (200 wpc rms amp vs. 120 wpc speakers) especially if bi-amping is done. Any comment to ease my worry? Thanks again

Timithekid · « **Reply #1302 on:** Mar 20, 2013 at 04:11 PM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 20, 2013 at 12:47 PM

Yep I leaning toward emotiva XPR - 5 but a bit worry it's an overkill or perhaps unsafe for my B&W CDM 1NT and CDM CNT (200 wpc rms amp vs. 120 wpc speakers) especially if bi-amping is done. Any comment to ease my worry? Thanks again

Honestly i wouldnt worry, as long as you dont listen at reference levels. Alalay na lang sa volume knob and you'll be fine. The stronger the amp the better, parating busog ang speaker even during explosions, clean parin ang sound nyan kasi hindi hirap ang amp.

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1303 on:** Mar 20, 2013 at 05:13 PM »

Quote from: Timithekid on Mar 20, 2013 at 04:11 PM

Honestly i wouldnt worry, as long as you dont listen at reference levels. Alalay na lang sa volume knob and you'll be fine. The stronger the amp the better, parating busog ang speaker even during explosions, clean parin and sound nyan kasi hindi hirap ang amp.

+1

I also wouldn't recommend bi-amping bookshelf speakers especially using high powered power amps... Possibility of frying your tweeters...

Stagea · « **Reply #1304 on:** Mar 21, 2013 at 07:22 AM »

Quote from: Louie_18 on Mar 20, 2013 at 05:13 PM

+1

I also wouldn't recommend bi-amping bookshelf speakers especially using high powered power amps... Possibility of frying your tweeters...

I think he just meant passive biamping, so there is much less of a risk.

jjohnc · « **Reply #1305 on:** Mar 21, 2013 at 08:10 AM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 12, 2013 at 08:23 AM

The room is not really that big Sir. Modesty aside, I just have this mentally to buy "top of the line" items if I could really afford them because I want premium quality items that are also reliable and efficient, at the same time, would last for years. Assuming I wouldn't stretch my budget for AV 8801, what would I miss, component quality-wise. with the AV 7701. Why shouldn't I buy the Onkyo PR SC 5509 instead over the Marantz? Thanks again!

Sir I have audition both amps before side by side for several days . ...The onkyo is too bright, the sound stage is small and lastly there's the fatigue characteristics. What I like about the Onkyo is the extra features, that's about it...for me its just a pc. of crap. On the other hand the marantz is just right, not to bright, silky highs, big sound stage...its analytical and musical at the same time... as for the amps I would recommend Parasound A52/51 or go all the way Marantz...use the XLR's there's a 30-40% increase in sound quality over rca's...
Good luck sir...

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jjohnc · « **Reply #1306 on:** Mar 21, 2013 at 08:28 AM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 20, 2013 at 12:47 PM

Yep I leaning toward emotiva XPR - 5 but a bit worry it's an overkill or perhaps unsafe for my B&W CDM 1NT and CDM CNT (200 wpc rms amp vs. 120 wpc speakers) especially if bi-amping is done. Any comment to ease my worry? Thanks again

I dont think the emotiva is overkill, do not worry about the big watts you see, the bigger the better less effort to drive the speakers..(unsafe) if you misuse the equipment...and your processor has also a cut off freq...use it if it worries you... cheers..

red_one · « **Reply #1307 on:** Mar 23, 2013 at 10:15 AM »

would a Marantz AVR be a good match to my Monitor Audio Bronze bookshelf speakers?

avshop · « **Reply #1308 on:** Mar 24, 2013 at 04:19 PM »

Marantz av8801 and mm8077 now available.

dwinski · « **Reply #1309 on:** Mar 24, 2013 at 09:58 PM »

Quote from: avshop on Mar 24, 2013 at 04:19 PM

Marantz av8801 and mm8077 now available.

Can I have a quotation of how much would be the discounted price for each, AV 7701 please include also. Please PM. Thanks!

avshop · « **Reply #1310 on:** Mar 25, 2013 at 06:27 PM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 24, 2013 at 09:58 PM

Can I have a quotation of how much would be the discounted price for each, AV 7701 please include also. Please PM. Thanks!

Sent you pm.

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1311 on:** Mar 26, 2013 at 07:30 AM »

Quote from: dwinski on Mar 03, 2013 at 07:58 PM

Very interesting and intriguing at the same time. Technically speaking, what components and features does AV 8801 has over AV 7701 except for the obvious 11.2 channel vs. 7.2 channel that made it more than twice as expensive?

carlo.A · « **Reply #1312 on:** Mar 26, 2013 at 10:03 AM »

Good point. Maybe I should have just gotten the 7701

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1313 on:** Mar 26, 2013 at 12:45 PM »

Quote from: carlo.A on Mar 26, 2013 at 10:03 AM

Good point. Maybe I should have just gotten the 7701

Walang Front Heights and Wides bro...

Better DAC and Audyssey...
Di ka nagkamali sa AV8801

carlo.A · « **Reply #1314 on:** Mar 26, 2013 at 12:54 PM »

But seriously though. I have both for testing. Sobrang layo ng 8801 sa 7701. Come over if you want. My 8801 is here to stay

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1315 on:** Mar 28, 2013 at 03:41 PM »

Very good review of the Marantz AV8801 and MM8807...
Nakakakulam...
Sana manalo ako sa LOTTO

Marantz AV8801 Surround Processor & MM8077 Amplifier

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1316 on:** Mar 29, 2013 at 11:42 PM »

Quote from: Louie_18 on Mar 28, 2013 at 03:41 PM

Very good review of the Marantz AV8801 and MM8807...
Nakakakulam...
Sana manalo ako sa LOTTO

Marantz AV8801 Surround Processor & MM8077 Amplifier

Yey maririnig na kita bukas!!!

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1317 on:** Mar 30, 2013 at 02:42 PM »

Thanks so much sir Marc for the opportunity to see and hear the Marantz AV8801 and MM8807 set up. Truly amazing separates. Lively, dynamic and powerful. Kanina ko lang narinig tununog ng maganda yung supersat 3, very very cleat ang surround effects. And the dialogues.... so clear and precise...

Ilang gabi nanamang mahirap makatulog nito... Hehehe

Courage · « **Reply #1318 on:** Mar 30, 2013 at 06:44 PM »

Quote from: Louie_18 on Mar 30, 2013 at 02:42 PM

Thanks so much sir Marc for the opportunity to see and hear the Marantz AV8801 and MM8807 set up. Truly amazing separates. Lively, dynamic and powerful. Kanina ko lang narinig tununog ng maganda yung supersat 3, very very cleat ang surround effects. And the dialogues.... so clear and precise...

Ilang gabi nanamang mahirap makatulog nito... Hehehe

Kunyari ka pa brader... Ipost mo na kasi sa Gallery mo ang bago mong Marantz... Wag kang magsisinungaling dahil may katibayan ako na text mo na kakabili mo lang at kasalukuyang sinesetup mo sa bahay in time for Easter Sunday wahahahahaha

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #1319 on:** Mar 30, 2013 at 09:10 PM »

Quote from: Courage on Mar 30, 2013 at 06:44 PM

Kunyari ka pa brader... Ipost mo na kasi sa Gallery mo ang bago mong Marantz... Wag kang magsisinungaling dahil may katibayan ako na text mo na kakabili mo lang at kasalukuyang sinesetup mo sa bahay in time for Easter Sunday wahahahahaha

Wahahaha...
Patingin nga nung text na yan brader...