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Comparison Denon DRA-800H vs Marantz SR-6013

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Support for streaming services Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer, Napster, Soundcloud, Mood:Mix.
Device typeAV ReceiverAV Receiver
CPU
DAC frequency320 kHz
Audio DAC32 bit
Auto sound calibration
Auto level
Surround sound in headphones
Ultra HD4K
UpscalingUltra HD (4K)
3D
Multi Zone
Tech specs
Number of channels2.19.2
Power per channel
110 W /8 Ohm/
Signal to noise ratio
100 dB /in direct mode/
Acceptable acoustic impedance4 Ohm
Frequency range
10 – 100000 Hz /+ 1, - 3 дБ/
Bi/Tri-amping
Media player and tuner
Tuner and playback
AM/FM radio
USB drive
network streaming audio
internet radio
AM/FM radio
USB drive
network streaming audio
internet radio
Streaming services
Spotify
Amazon Music
Deezer
SoundCloud
TIDAL
 
 
 
 
 
Playable formatsMP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, DSDALAC, FLAC, LFE, MP3, MPEG, WMA,
Communications (interface)
Interfaces
 
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
LAN
 
 
 
Amazon Alexa / Google Assistant / Apple Siri
AirPlay 2
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
LAN
RS-232
DLNA
Remote control negotiation
Amazon Alexa
Decoder support
Decoders
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
DTS
DTS Express
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS ES Matrix 6.1
DTS ES Discrete 6.1
DTS Neural:X
DTS X
IMAX Enhanced
Inputs
RCA2 pairs6 pairs
Coaxial S/P-DIF1 шт2 шт
Optical2 шт2 шт
HDMI5 шт8 шт
HDMI versionv 2.1v 2.1
Composite4 шт
Component2 шт
Phono
Multichannel
 /7.1/
Control input (IR)
Outputs
RCA1 pairs
HDMI1 шт3 шт
Composite1 шт
Component1 шт
On headphones6.35 mm (Jack)
Preamplifier (Pre-Amp)
 /11.2/
Trigger output1 шт
More featuresto subwoofer x2
Front panel
Headphone output
USB port
HDMI input
Linear
 /pair RCA/
Composite
General
Power consumption220 W680 W
Standby consumption0.1 W0.2 W
Learning remote control
Smartphone control
Dimensions (WxDxH)523x435x232 mm439x399x160 mm
Weight8.6 kg12.8 kg
Added to E-Catalogaugust 2019december 2018

DAC frequency

A digital-to-analogue converter (DAC) is an indispensable element of any system designed to reproduce digital sound. The DAC is an electronic module that translates sound information into pulses that are sent to the speakers. The technical features of such a conversion are such that the higher the sampling frequency, the better the signal at the output of the DAC, the less it is distorted during conversion. The most popular option in receivers today is 192 kHz — it corresponds to a very high sound quality (DVD-Audio) and at the same time avoids unnecessary increase in the cost of devices.

Audio DAC

Another indicator that determines the overall quality of the digital-to-analogue audio converter. For details on the converter, see "Audio DAC Sampling Rate"; here we note that the bit depth is standardly expressed in bits, and the higher it is, the more accurately the signal at the output of the DAC corresponds to the original signal and the less distortion is introduced into it. Today, it is believed that a 16-bit indicator provides quite acceptable signal quality, and 24-bit DACs are suitable even for premium-level equipment.

Auto sound calibration

In this case, the function of automatic adjustment of each individual sound channel in terms of level and delay is implied so that all of them together provide surround sound that best matches the intention of the creators of the film or musical composition. The need for such a setting is due to the fact that practically no room (neither residential, nor even specialized) is acoustically perfect: the sound propagation is affected by the wall material, floor covering, furniture (sofas, wardrobes, etc.) and other factors. Therefore, the technically correct arrangement of the speakers alone does not guarantee a full-fledged surround sound.

Typically, automatic tuning uses a microphone placed at the intended listening position. During the calibration process, the device outputs test sound signals through the acoustics and “listens” to the features of the sound through the microphone, if necessary, independently changing the audio parameters.

Such a function can greatly simplify the preparation for work — after all, the device will carry out the main part of the setup on its own. However, keep in mind that even in the most advanced receiver models, automatic calibration algorithms are not perfect. As a result, it is highly likely that the automatically set parameters will not meet the tastes of demanding audiophiles. In addition, the reliability of the calibration is also highly dependent on the characteristics of the microphone used — and options with high...sound quality can be quite expensive.

Auto level

This function automatically adjusts the volume level of the sound when it changes abruptly. Such a need is associated, for example, with the fact that one film can contain both dialogue and intense special effects; as a result, at low volume, conversations can sometimes be hard to hear, and at high volume, the sound can periodically “beat on the ears” and disturb others. In addition, while watching TV, many have probably come across commercials that sound noticeably louder than the main programme. Automatic level control boosts the volume at low audio levels and lowers it at high levels, thus helping to avoid the discomfort of too loud sound while maintaining normal hearing.

Surround sound in headphones

Possibility to simulate multi-channel (for example, 5.1) sound in traditional two-channel headphones. For this, a Dolby Headphone decoder is usually used, which processes the sound in such a way that the sound heard in the headphones is perceived as multi-channel — in particular, the intended position of its sources can be determined much more accurately. And considering that modern Hi-Fi class headphones are not inferior in sound quality to acoustics (and are significantly cheaper), this feature may well come in handy even for demanding audiophiles.

Ultra HD

The ability of the receiver to work with a video signal of ultra-high definition - Ultra HD. Various versions are available. The most popular are 4K and 8K. The resolution of such video is 4 and 8 times higher than that of Full HD, respectively, which allows you to achieve even greater image clarity and degree of detail (compared to FullHD). However, you will also need a 4K or 8K TV/projector to view it. And the cost of such systems (in particular 8K) can be expensive.

Upscaling

The ability to increase the resolution of the video signal processed by the receiver - if the original video resolution is lower. Depending on the capabilities of the receiver, in particular its HDMI ports, upscaling to Ultra HD 4K and upscaling to Ultra HD 8K may occur.

The principle of upscaling is that a relatively low-resolution video is supplemented with the required number of pixels using special algorithms. Due to this, when playing such a video, the quality of the “picture” is noticeably higher than without upscaling (although somewhat lower than that of content originally recorded in UltraHD). It makes sense to specifically look for a receiver with this function if you plan to use it with a 4K or 8K screen.

3D

The ability of the receiver to output a video signal in 3D format — that is, a "volumetric" image that has three full dimensions (including depth). Since 3D uses the division of the “picture” of the image into two parts (for the left and right eyes), the format of such a signal differs from the usual two-dimensional one, and not every model is able to work with it. Also keep in mind that viewing 3D content requires not only a receiver, but also a TV (or other playback device) with the appropriate screen capabilities.

Multi Zone

The possibility of using the receiver for simultaneous transmission of signals from different sources to screens and speakers located in different places (zones). For example, in a large house, you can simultaneously stream a movie from a Blu-ray player to a screen in a large room, a TV show to a TV in the kitchen, and a radio programme to speakers in a library. Another option for using Multi-Zone is entertainment centers with several rooms of different types (for example, a cinema hall, a roller skating rink and a cafe).
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