Stage One vs Marantz SR6007
The SR6007's power @ 8ω is 110W against the Stage One's 7W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 108 dB, and its thd 0.080% against 0.020%. Both share input impedance (100000Ω).
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The Aragon Stage One, released in 2002, is an 8-channel THX Ultra2 certified preamplifier-processor that combines audiophile-quality analog stereo preamplification with advanced surround sound processing. It supports Dolby Digital 5.1/EX, DTS 5.1/ES Matrix/Discrete/Neo:6, THX Ultra2, Dolby Pro Logic II, and 8-channel bypass. Features include true analog preamp stage, combination digital/analog bass management, adjustable crossovers (25-125Hz in 5Hz steps), level calibration per mode, Philips ProntoNEO learning remote, built-in AM/FM tuner, and extensive video switching (HD-compatible component). It uses a Motorola 56367 DSP engine and Crystal 24-bit/192kHz DACs on all 8 channels. Analog volume control via CS3310 chips ensures precise 0.5dB steps. No longer manufactured, it was praised for superior 2-channel and HT performance.
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The SR6007's power @ 8ω is 110W against the Stage One's 7W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 108 dB, and its thd 0.080% against 0.020%. Both share input impedance (100000Ω).
The PMA-800NE's power @ 8ω is 50W against the Stage One's 7W, its signal-to-noise 105 dB against 108 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.020%, and its input impedance 47000Ω against 100000Ω.
The A-S301's power @ 8ω is 60W against the Stage One's 7W, its signal-to-noise 99 dB against 108 dB, its thd 0.019% against 0.020%, and its output voltage 0.2V RMS against 7.0V RMS.
The DiVA A80's power @ 8ω is 65W against the Stage One's 7W, its signal-to-noise 105 dB against 108 dB, its thd 0.008% against 0.020%, and its output voltage 0.7V RMS against 7.0V RMS.
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