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Marantz PM-10 vs Audiolab 6000A
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Marantz PM-10

Integrated Amplifier | 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audiolab 6000A

Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Marantz PM-10 vs Audiolab 6000A Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Marantz PM-10 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the 6000A is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Marantz PM-10 and Audiolab 6000A first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Marantz PM-10 Key Specs

  • 200 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • Weight: 47.40 lbs / 21.55 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):6-5/8inch x 17-3/8inch x 18-3/4inch

Audiolab 6000A Key Specs

  • 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • Bluetooth
  • Weight: 17.19 lbs / 7.81 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/16inch x 17-9/16inch x 14-1/8inch

What size room are the Marantz PM-10 and Audiolab 6000A 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 PM-10 Audiolab 6000A
Near-field Are you nuts? Average
Small Room Bad Good
Mid-size Room Poor Average
Large Room Good Poor
Very Large Room Good Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Marantz PM-10 and Audiolab 6000A compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Marantz PM-10 over Audiolab 6000A
Watts into 8-ohms 200 watts vs 50 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 400 watts vs 75 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio 111 dB vs 76 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs 5 vs 4 More options for connecting Analog sources

Reasons to choose Audiolab 6000A over Marantz PM-10
MSRP Price(*) 899USD vs 8,999USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.003% vs 0.005% Less Harmonic Distortion
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 2 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
Preamp Outputs Stereo RCA vs No Connect a powered subwoofer or second amplifier.
Base Surface Area 1604.7cm2/ 248.7inch2 vs 2108.3cm2/ 326.8inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 78mm vs 169mm 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 PM-10 and Audiolab 6000A differs from each other.

Marantz PM-10 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
  • Phono Input
Audiolab 6000A Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
Marantz PM-10 Back View
Marantz PM-10 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Pre-out/Main-in Loop
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Audiolab 6000A Back View
Audiolab 6000A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Marantz PM-10?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of PM-10:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 69-inch AC power cord
  • Remote control (RC004PMSA)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • User Guide (En/Fr/Sp)
  • US Warranty information. Camada Warranty information
  • What's in the Box of Audiolab 6000A?

    Here are the items that come with the 6000A:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • Bluetooth antenna
  • User Instructions
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