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Marantz NR1501 review
Quick . . . where are you going to put that surround sound receiver? Under
a coffee table? In a closet? Maybe in the next room? Alright, we’re
exaggerating a bit. But you get the point. Most surround receivers today
are huge. They take up a lot of space. Yes, you can opt for a
"compact" system with sub-par performance. But why compromise?
Marantz’s NR1501 answers your needs for both d?cor-friendly size and
superb performance. That’s because the NR1501 includes everything you
need in a chassis that fits comfortably on a normal shelf or in a standard
cabinet. It’s just a bit more than 4" high and 13" deep so
there’s plenty of room for the cables you’ll need to connect it
to your flat-screen TV, a Blu-ray player, cable box, your favorite game
console, a surround speaker system, and more.The NR1501 looks the part,
too, thanks to a contoured front panel that combines aluminum and
glass-reinforced resins for maximum shielding, dimensional stability, and
sophisticated styling. Behind that panel are the features you need to enjoy
the best home entertainment sources today. To begin with there are four
HDMI inputs, all version 1.3-capable, of course. That means you’ll
enjoy both today’s – and tomorrow’s – video sources with
stunning clarity and definition. The HDMI inputs are part of a
comprehensive system that goes beyond mere switching capability.
That’s because the NR1501 includes decoding for advanced audio
formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio, to name just a few. The
NR1501 doesn’t forget older sources either. There’s a built-in
video A/D converter so you can enjoy your favorite composite and component
videos on your flat-screen TV through the HDMI input. And a wideband
3-in/1-out component switcher for analog-only connections. As you might
expect from Marantz, the audio circuitry matches the video side for
sophistication. The carefully-optimized audio signal path rests on a
separate circuit board for maximum performance as well as isolation from
the spurious interferences generated by high speed video processing.The
very efficient seven channel in-line amplifier benefits from voltage
feedback for enhanced linearity. The NR1501 makes it easy to get the best
high definition sound to your ears with an automatic calibration process
that:Identifies your system’s speaker complementMeasures the
distances between your speakers and your favorite viewing/listening
position for the most accurate delay settingsAdjusts relative speaker
levels for the most natural surround effectsDetermines the proper speaker
crossover settings for the smoothest transition from your wide range
speakers to your subwooferAnalyzes your room’s acoustic properties
and corrects for their often-negative impact on the sound you
hearLet’s not forget the handy front panel 3.5mm connector that lets
you add your iPod or other portable device as another source of enjoyment.
Or the on-screen display menu that makes system setup a breeze. And a
full-function Glo-key remote includes preset codes for Marantz Blu-ray
players so you can operate the heart of your system without searching for
another remote.The Marantz NR1501. Fully in touch with your expectations.
And fully Marantz. For operational and technical assistance 24/7, use our
self help Online Support Center, where answers to many common questions can
be found.View Warranty information..
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