C2 vs Marantz SR6007
The SR6007's power @ 8ω is 110W against the C2's 160W and its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 106 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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The Parasound C2 is a sophisticated 7.1 channel home theater processor and preamplifier introduced in the early 2000s. It is THX Ultra2 certified and supports Dolby Digital EX, DTS ES, Dolby Pro Logic II surround, and multiple DSP modes including Surround Music and Party. The unit features patented hybrid bass management to prevent time smearing and automatic digital audio and video input selection. It offers nine balanced outputs, two balanced inputs with XLR connectors, eight digital inputs, two digital outputs, and 7.1 analog inputs with a pure analog path that bypasses DSP. Video connectivity includes multiple composite, S-Video, and component/RGB inputs and outputs capable of passing 1080i and 720p signals flawlessly. The C2 includes 100% automatic calibration of channel levels and delay times with a calibration microphone and supports dual zone control with analog audio and composite video outputs. It is fully upgradeable and controllable via a two-way RS-232 port and comes with a universal and learning remote control. The unit is rack mountable with a 3U chassis.
Amplification power output and characteristics
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
Analog signal output specifications
Input and output connections
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The SR6007's power @ 8ω is 110W against the C2's 160W and its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 106 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
The T175HD's max sample rate is 96 kHz against the C2's 192 kHz, its signal-to-noise 95 dB against 106 dB, and its thd 0.008% against 0.010%. Both share bit depth (24-bit).
The DiVA AVR280's power @ 8ω is 100W against the C2's 160W and its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 106 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
The AVP-8000's bit depth is 20-bit against the C2's 24-bit, its signal-to-noise 105 dB against 106 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.010%, and its output voltage 1.2V RMS against 1.0V RMS.
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