Marantz announces sequels to the 2017 NR1608 and NR1508-- the Dolby Atmos-enabled NR1609 and 5-channel NR1509, both featuring Alexa integration for voice-based audio control.
The two slimline AVRs have a similar feature set, with support for ALAC, FLAC and WAV lossless audio files up to 24-bit/192kHz, as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz formats. Video passthrough includes 4K and HDR in HDR10, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG), while wireless connectivity comes through Bluetooth, AirPlay and Denon HEOS.
Installer-friendly additions include IP control, Control 4 SDDP, web UI, Works with Domotz Pro and Ihiji Invision for remote room monitoring and management. Built-in Audyssey MultEQ automatic room calibration makes for easy setup.