Denon AVR-X3600H vs Marantz SR6014

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An overview of Denon AVR-X3600H and Marantz SR6014 will help us understand the many features that the devices are equipped with. According to the results of our review, Denon AVR-X3600H received 8.7 points out of 10 possible, and Marantz SR6014 was rated 9.2 points. Both AV receivers were introduced in 2019. And as a result of the review, it becomes clear that AVR-X3600H is inferior in audio processing features to SR6014.

Main advantages Denon AVR-X3600H over Marantz SR6014

Main advantages Marantz SR6014 over Denon AVR-X3600H

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 8 and 9, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 9.2-channels configuration.

RMS stands for the actual power of the receiver. The higher this value, the louder the sound can be produced. The differences between the models in terms of RMS power are significant - for the SR6014 this value is 110/8 W/Ohm, and for the AVR-X3600H it is 105/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the AVR-X3600H 8 out of 10, and the SR6014 - 10.

Most receivers now come with a microphone included. It is with the help of this microphone that the auto-calibration system functions, which adjusts the sound of the receiver to the room.

Connectivity

The connectivity of competitors in our comparison is equal and was rated 8 out of 10.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for the receiver's control or even music broadcasting.

Streaming services

Now music streaming services are gaining more and more popularity. They allow users to listen to millions of songs by subscription.

Extensive connections

The presence of many connectors makes the receiver more versatile. But there are also narrowly targeted models, the number of connectors which are limited to a certain area of use. And when choosing their own receiver, users need to consider exactly your goals for using the receiver. For extensive connection, both receivers got 10 points on our 10-point scale.

Competitors in our review have 8/3 HDMI inputs and outputs.

Video features

The AV receiver is the heart of the home theater. And in this case, support for all current video formats ensures the best user experience, so it is very important to consider this when choosing a device. Video features of the AVR-X3600H were rated 9 out of 10 against the 10 for the SR6014.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, both receivers received a score of 10 out of 10.

Multi-room

As the center of a home media system, each multichannel receiver has an additional set of terminals for connecting the second set of speakers to create additional audio space in Zone 2 or even Zone 3 where audio can have the separate source.

Multichannel surround

For the ability to create multichannel surround sound, each of the receivers received 9 points out of 10.

Rivals in this competition licensed by IMAX.