Marantz PM8006 vs Marantz PM6007 Detailed Comparison

Marantz PM8006 vs Marantz PM6007

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Marantz PM8006

Integrated Amplifier | 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Marantz PM6007

Integrated Amplifier | 45 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Marantz PM8006 vs Marantz PM6007 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Marantz. Marantz PM8006 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker whereas the PM6007 is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Marantz PM8006 and Marantz PM6007 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Marantz PM8006 Key Specs

70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Phono Input

Weight: 26.44 lbs / 12.02 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):5-1/8inch x 17-3/8inch x 15-3/4inch

Marantz PM6007 Key Specs

45 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

Weight: 16.70 lbs / 7.59 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):4-1/8inch x 17-3/8inch x 15-11/16inch

What size room are the Marantz PM8006 and Marantz PM6007 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 PM8006	Marantz PM6007
Near-field	Poor	Average
Small Room	Average	Good
Mid-size Room	Good	Average
Large Room	Average	Poor
Very Large Room	Poor	Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Marantz PM8006 and Marantz PM6007 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 PM8006 over Marantz PM6007

Watts into 8-ohms	70 watts vs 45 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms	100 watts vs 60 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.02% vs 0.08%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio	106 dB vs 102 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs	5 vs 4	More options for connecting Analog sources

Reasons to choose Marantz PM6007 over Marantz PM8006

Base Surface Area	1763.6cm²/ 273.4inch² vs 1772.4cm²/ 274.7inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	105mm vs 131mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces
MSRP Price(*)	899USD vs 1,499USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Optical Digital Inputs	2 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs	1 vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources

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 PM8006 and Marantz PM6007 differs from each other.

Marantz PM8006 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
Phono Input

Marantz PM6007 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
1 Coaxial Digital Input

Marantz PM8006 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output

Outputs

Sub Preamp Outputs
1/4 Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Marantz PM6007 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Marantz PM8006?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of PM8006:

Integrated Amplifier

6-feet AC power cord

Remote control (RC001PMD)

2 AAA batteries

Owners Manual on CD-ROM

Getting Started Guide

Safety Instructions

Warranty Information

What's in the Box of Marantz PM6007?

Here are the items that come with the PM6007:

ntegrated Amplifier

68-inch AC power cord

Remote control (RC004PMCD)

2 AAA batteries

Owners Manual on CD-ROM

Quick Start Guide

Safety Instructions

Warranty Information