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
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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:
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:
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.
| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |