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Marantz M-CR612 Review
Marantz M-CR612

Main Features

  • 50 watts RMS into 6-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Wifi
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth
  • Weight: 7.28 lbs / 3.30 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):4.44 x 11.06 x 13.06inch
MSRP: $650 (list price)
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Marantz M-CR612 Review
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The M-CR612 is an Streaming Integrated Amplifier by Marantz that delivers . Thanks to its built-in DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Marantz M-CR612 has an MSRP of 650$.

There are 2 Marantz amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.

Marantz Stereo Receiver Series
Model Watts RMS (8-ohms) Minimum Impedance Built-in DAC Bluetooth
Marantz Stereo 70s
Compare
75 watts4-ohmsYesYes
Marantz M-CR612
watts-ohmsYesYes


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Performance Specs

One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The Marantz M-CR612 is rated at 50 watts RMS into 6-ohms.

Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:

  • 50 watts into 6-ohms

When pairing the Marantz M-CR612 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels. Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.


Inputs and Outputs

Besides the performance specs of the Marantz M-CR612, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.

Inputs
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 0 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Subwoofer Output

Bluetooth Connectivity

Marantz M-CR612 features built-in Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.

Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:

  • Yamaha WXA-50 - MSRP 599$ - Compare w/ M-CR612
  • NAD C 328 - MSRP 699$ - Compare w/ M-CR612
  • Bluesound POWERNODE Edge - MSRP 649$ - Compare w/ M-CR612
  • SVS Prime SoundBase - MSRP 699$ - Compare w/ M-CR612
  • Bose Music Amplifier - MSRP 579$ - Compare w/ M-CR612

Subwoofer Output

Marantz M-CR612 has a dedicated subwoofer output which can be used to connect it directly to a powered subwoofer via an LFE(Low Frequency Effects) cable.
Check our Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with Marantz M-CR612 amp and your speakers.

DAC and Digital Music

The Marantz M-CR612's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC.

Marantz M-CR612 External Dimensions and Weight

Marantz M-CR612 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 4.44inch x 11.06inch x 13.06inch (112.8mm x 280.9mm x 331.7mm ). The unit weighs 3.30kg / 7.3lbs.

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of the Marantz M-CR612 is approximately 931.7cm2 / 144.4inch2.

  • Width: 280.9mm (11.06")
  • Height: 112.8mm (4.44")
  • Depth: 331.7mm (13.06")
  • Weight: 3.30 kg (7.28lbs)
  • Base Surface Area: ~931.7cm2 / 144.4inch2
  • Volume: ~10.5 liter / 2.8 gallon

Warranty

3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Marantz M-CR612 by the manufacturer.

Marantz M-CR612 Detailed Specifications

General
Brand Marantz
Full Model Name Marantz M-CR612
Amplifier Type Stereo Receiver
Performance
Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms N/A
Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms 50 watts
Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms N/A
Frequency Bandwidth
THD
Minimum Impedance
Signal to Noise Ratio N/A
Digital Music
Built-in DAC Yes
Bluetooth Yes
WiFi Yes
Ecosystem
Apple AirPlay
Apple AirPlay2 Yes
DTS Play-Fi
Chromecast built-in
Roon
HEOS No
BluOS

CONNECTIONS
Total Analog Inputs
Phono Input
Optical Digital Inputs 2
Coaxial Digital Inputs 0
USB Input Yes
Preamp Outputs Stereo RCA
Pre-out / Main-in Loop
Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output Yes
Removable Power Cord
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height 112.8mm (4.44")
Width 280.9mm (11.06")
Depth 331.7mm (13.06")
Weight 3.30 kg (7.28lbs)
OTHER
Parts Warranty 3 Years
Labor Warranty 3 Years
Marantz M-CR612 Alternatives in Streaming Amplifiers
Model Watts RMS (8-ohms) Minimum Impedance Built-in DAC Phono Stage
Bluesound POWERNODE Edge
Compare
40 watts4-ohmsYesNo
SVS Prime SoundBase
Compare
75 watts4-ohmsYesNo
NAD C 328
Compare
40 watts4-ohmsYesMM
Yamaha WXA-50
Compare
55 watts4-ohmsYesNo
Marantz Stereo 70s
Compare
75 watts4-ohmsYesMM
Bose Music Amplifier
Compare
watts-ohmsNo
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