NR1506 vs Onkyo TX-8220
The TX-8220's power @ 8ω is 45W against the NR1506's 50W, its weight 7 kg (15 lbs) against 8.2 kg (18 lbs), its width 435 mm against 440 mm, and its height 149 mm against 105 mm.
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The Marantz NR1506 is a slim-profile network AV receiver designed for high-quality home theater and music streaming. It features a 5-channel discrete amplifier delivering 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms with 0.08% THD, supporting Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD Master Audio, and other surround formats. The receiver includes built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless streaming, AirPlay, Spotify Connect, and Internet radio access. It supports high-resolution audio formats including FLAC 192/24, DSD 2.8 MHz, ALAC, and gapless playback. Video capabilities include six HDMI 2.0a inputs and one output with HDCP 2.2 support, 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 resolution, HDR, 3D pass-through, and Audio Return Channel (ARC). The unit features Audyssey MultEQ room calibration, Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume, and a smart ECO mode for power saving. It has a slim chassis measuring 440 x 105 x 376 mm and weighs 8.2 kg. The NR1506 is compatible with the Marantz AVR Remote app for iOS and Android and includes a setup assistant and hybrid GUI for easy operation. It lacks a phono input but offers preamp outputs for two subwoofers and supports DLNA 1.5 for network streaming.
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The TX-8220's power @ 8ω is 45W against the NR1506's 50W, its weight 7 kg (15 lbs) against 8.2 kg (18 lbs), its width 435 mm against 440 mm, and its height 149 mm against 105 mm.
The AVR-S760H's power @ 8ω is 75W against the NR1506's 50W, its weight 8.6 kg (19 lbs) against 8.2 kg (18 lbs), its width 432 mm against 440 mm, and its height 152 mm against 105 mm.
The A-S300's power @ 8ω is 60W against the NR1506's 50W, its weight 9 kg (20 lbs) against 8.2 kg (18 lbs), its width 435 mm against 440 mm, and its depth 387 mm against 376 mm.
The AVR 254's weight is 12.3 kg (27 lbs) against the NR1506's 8.2 kg (18 lbs) and its depth 382 mm against 376 mm. Both share power @ 8ω (50W) and width (440 mm).
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