Marantz Model 50 vs Marantz MODEL M1 Detailed Comparison

Marantz Model 50 vs Marantz MODEL M1

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Marantz Model 50

Integrated Amplifier | 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Marantz MODEL M1

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Marantz Model 50 vs Marantz MODEL M1 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different types of amplifiers by Marantz. Marantz Model 50 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the MODEL M1 is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Marantz Model 50 and Marantz MODEL M1 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key Specs	Marantz Model 50	Marantz MODEL M1
Power	70 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 100 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms	100 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 125 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms
Amplifier class	Class A/B	Class D
Built-in DAC	No	Yes
Phono input	Yes	No
Headphone output	1/4	—
Bluetooth	No	Yes
Weight	14.23kg / 31.3lbs	4.84kg / 10.6lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)	5-1/16" x 17-3/8" x 17-13/16" 129.0mm x 442.0mm x 453.0mm	3.375" x 8.5625" x 9.9375" 86mm x 218mm x 253mm

What size room are the Marantz Model 50 and Marantz MODEL M1 Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment	Marantz Model 50	Marantz MODEL M1
Near-field	Poor	Poor
Small Room	Average	Average
Mid-size Room	Good	Good
Large Room	Average	Average
Very Large Room	Poor	Poor

Model 50 and MODEL M1 are members of Marantz's Model series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

Marantz Model Series History

Model	Watts RMS (8-ohms)	Minimum Impedance	Built-in DAC
Marantz Model 40n	70 watts	4-ohms	Yes
Marantz Model 50	70 watts	4-ohms	No
Marantz Model 30	100 watts	4-ohms	No
Marantz MODEL M1	100 watts	4-ohms	Yes
Marantz Model 60n	60 watts	4-ohms	Yes
Marantz Model 10	250 watts	4-ohms	No

The sections below take each area in turn: power output, inputs and outputs, features and physical size.

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Reasons to choose Marantz Model 50 over Marantz MODEL M1

Handheld Remote	Yes vs No	Control the amplifier by the included RC
Total Analog Inputs	5 vs 3	More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput	Yes vs No	Connect a turntable directly to your amp

Reasons to choose Marantz MODEL M1 over Marantz Model 50

MSRP Price(*)	1,000USD vs 1,800USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms	100 watts vs 70 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms	125 watts vs 100 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Bluetooth	Yes vs No	Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Optical Digital Inputs	1 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input	Yes vs No	Connect Sources via USB
Apple AirPlay	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
Roon	Tested vs No	Roon Compatibility
HEOS	Yes vs No	Compatible with HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Sound System
Base Surface Area	551.5cm²/ 85.5inch² vs 2002.3cm²/ 310.4inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	86mm vs 129mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Marantz Model 50 and Marantz MODEL M1 differs from each other.

Marantz Model 50 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
Phono Input

Marantz MODEL M1 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB A
HDMI eARC
Ethernet Port

Marantz Model 50 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
Subwoofer Output

What's in the Box of Marantz Model 50?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Model 50:

Integrated amplifier
6-feet AC power cord
Remote control (RC003PMND)
2 -inchAAA-inch batteries
Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions
Warranty Information

What's in the Box of Marantz MODEL M1?

Here are the items that come with the MODEL M1:

Wireless amplifier
6.5-feet AC power cord
Optical digital cable
Quick Start Guide
Safety Instructions
Notes on Radio
Warranty Information