Yamaha RX-V585BL vs Marantz SR5014

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Being able to compare Yamaha RX-V585BL and Marantz SR5014 gave us an insight into what of them would be better for home theater configuration. According to the results of our review, Yamaha RX-V585BL received 7.3 points out of 10 possible, and Marantz SR5014 was rated 9 points. The release date of RX-V585BL is 2018, and SR5014 is 2019. SR5014 is more performable in terms of audio broadcast than the RX-V585BL.

Main advantages Yamaha RX-V585BL over Marantz SR5014

Main advantages Marantz SR5014 over Yamaha RX-V585BL

Amplifiers

For the built-in amplifier, the devices received different marks - 7 and 8, respectively, on a 10-point scale.

The number of channels is equal to the number of possible connected speakers. Both receivers can handle the 7.2-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 SR5014 this value is 100/8 W/Ohm, and for the RX-V585BL it is 80/8 W/Ohm.

Audio features

After reviewing the audio features of each model, we can rate the RX-V585BL 9 out of 10, and the SR5014 - 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.

Speaker A/B switching allows you to change between the main and sub speaker set. Marantz SR5014 can work with the main and additional set of speakers - and switch between them.

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, Yamaha RX-V585BL got 6 points, but Marantz SR5014 received 10 points.

Yamaha RX-V585BL is equipped with 4/1 HDMI inputs and outputs, and Marantz SR5014 has 8/2 HDMI inputs and outputs.

The HDCP encryption protocol is now mandatory for most media devices. This security technology encrypts digital signals from one product to another. HDCP content-encryption protocol is present on Yamaha RX-V585BL in the HDCP 2.2 version, and Marantz SR5014 has the HDCP 2.3 version.

Connecting a vinyl player or phonograph is possible using a Phono input which is represented by mini-jack or RCA connectors. Only the SR5014 has a Phono interface.

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 RX-V585BL were rated 8 out of 10 against the 10 for the SR5014.

Additional features

In terms of evaluating additional features, the RX-V585BL got 8 points, but the SR5014 has 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

Yamaha RX-V585BL got 7 points for the multichannel surround sound and Marantz SR5014 got 8.