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Marantz NR1608

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User ratings:
36
4.1 out of 5
36 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
6
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6 editorial reviews
Marantz has announced two new NR receivers which now include HEOS multiroom music and at least six HDMI inputs.Read more
Marantz has revamped its NR slimline flagship AVR to impressive effect, reports Steve May. Read our MARANTZ NR1608 Review.Read more
Low profile audio receiver hits all the right notesRead more
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Pros

  • Better crafted audio can sound divine
  • clean and uncluttered
  • smooth and dramatic

Cons

  • only a single HDMI output
  • Dolby Atmos is going gangbusters right now
  • serious lack of power that is enough only for small sized rooms

Key specs

  • Surround
  • Wired & Wireless
  • yes
  • Gold
  • no
  • yes
  • FM
  • 7.1

Marantz NR1608 - Pros & Cons

Marantz NR1608

Pros

  • Better crafted audio can sound divine
  • clean and uncluttered
  • smooth and dramatic
  • good environmental and surround effects
  • rich
  • realistic
  • and breathtaking sound
  • receiver is an excellent all-round entertainer in a nicely compact form
  • with lots of functions and great sound improve
  • av receiver can be remotely controlled via the app on the phone which I find convenient

Cons

  • only a single HDMI output
  • Dolby Atmos is going gangbusters right now
  • serious lack of power that is enough only for small sized rooms
  • omission of a second HDMI OUT port
  • it s small size compared to most AV receivers
  • limited space or small home theater or media rooms
  • TV dramas for poor enunciation
  • home cinema system
  • device that was no longer connected
  • it is not Google Chromecast compatible
  • headphone output has an internal resistance of 468 ohms

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Marantz NR1608 - Full Specifications

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General
Receiver typeSurround
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Audio properties
Audio output channels7.1
Audio Return Channel (ARC)yes
Power output per channel (20-20KHz@8 Ohm)50.0 W
Power output per channel (1KHz@6 Ohm)90.0 W
Audio formats supported
  • AAC+
  • MP3
  • WMA
Audio decoders
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Dolby Pro Logic IIz
  • Dolby Surround
  • Dolby TrueHD
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Design
Colour of product
  • Gold,Silver
  • Black
Display typeVFL
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Radio
Supported radio bandsFM
Radio Data System (RDS)yes
Internet radioyes
Internet radio services supported
  • Deezer
  • Spotify
  • Tidal
  • TuneIn
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Power
Power consumption (typical)250.0 W
Power consumption (standby)0.2 W
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Connectivity
Connectivity technologyWired & Wireless
Composite video out1
Composite video in3
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out1
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in2
Digital audio optical in1
Digital audio coaxial in1
Pre-out connectivityyes
Number of HDMI inputs8
Number of HDMI outputs1
USB ports quantity1
Bluetoothyes
Ethernet LANyes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Wi-Fiyes
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Video
3Dyes
Supported video modes
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 576i
  • 576p
  • 720p
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 2160p
Video upscalingyes
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Dimensions
Width17.32 in
Depth14.8 in
Height4.13 in
Weight292.77 oz
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Features
Optical drive includedno
Handheld remote controlyes
Card reader integratedno
Graphical user interface (GUI)yes
AirPlayyes
Apple dockingno

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Marantz NR1608 Marantz - Editorial Reviews (6)

5.0
Based on 6 reviews
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Marantz NR1608 Marantz updates 2017 slimline receivers with HEOS music
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CNET
Published: 16.05.2017
Marantz updates 2017 slimline receivers with HEOS music

Marantz has announced two new NR receivers which now include HEOS multiroom music and at least six HDMI inputs.

Marantz NR1608 MARANTZ NR1608 Review: HEOS multiroom, Bluetooth convenience and 3D audio tick all the right feature boxes « TOP NEW Review
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TOP NEW Review
Published: 08.10.2017
MARANTZ NR1608 Review: HEOS multiroom, Bluetooth convenience and 3D audio tick all the right feature boxes « TOP NEW Review
5.0

Marantz has revamped its NR slimline flagship AVR to impressive effect, reports Steve May. Read our MARANTZ NR1608 Review.

Marantz NR1608 Marantz NR1608 Dolby Atmos AV receiver review
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TechRadar
Published: 05.02.2018
Marantz NR1608 Dolby Atmos AV receiver review

Low profile audio receiver hits all the right notes

Marantz NR1608 Marantz NR1608 and NR1508 Slimline Network AV Receivers Preview
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Audioholics Home Theater, HDTV, Receivers, Speakers, Blu-ray Reviews and News
Published: 22.05.2017
Marantz NR1608 and NR1508 Slimline Network AV Receivers Preview

Marantz released two new AV receivers the NR1608 and NR1508. Both receivers have the slimline form including compatibility with the newest 4K ultra video content and Atmos (1608). We compare both.

Marantz NR1608 Marantz NR1609 review
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whathifi
Published: 18.12.2018
Marantz NR1609 review

Marantz's 'slimline' AV receiver delivers anything but a slim sound

Marantz NR1608 Marantz NR1609 AV receiver review
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Home Cinema Choice
Published: 16.01.2019
Marantz NR1609 AV receiver review

Just when you think Marantz's venerable slimline NR receiver range (first introduced, rather sheepishly, back in 2011) is ready for retirement, it bounces back, magically reinvigorated and ready to dance some more. It's the Dick Van Dyke of home cinema hardware. You could be forgiven for thinking there are no more incremental additions left to make. Last season’s NR1608 was a well-specified little belter.

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