“Marantz has got everything just about right with this network-friendly, slinky AVR. If you don’t want a home cinema monster, but need a well-specified multichannel hub able to make the most of set-top boxes and Blu-ray – and savvy enough for file server and internet streaming – it’s well worth consideration. There’s equal lashings of common sense and pucker high-fidelity DNA on offer here. And if you doubt its prowess, shoot it out against any High Street all-in-one package. This non-Hulk will smash it.”
Home Cinema Choice Best Buy

A recent reviewer said, “Splendidly pleased with set up and performance. A little worrisome with only 50W and 7.1, but does the job – I’m bi-amping Infiniti Crescendo floor speakers, instead of using a subwoofer, and still cleanly pushing a small pair of Yamaha surround speakers. Small cabinet size and no fan, but doesn’t seem to run particularly hot even at 40-50% output for >30min. and 30-40% output for several hours. A few exposed screws on the bottom/underneath – could be a handling hazard. Did not note any flex to back panel, even with new ‘stiff’ plugs. Still haven’t tried nearly everything! ”