Marantz Melody Media M-CR610

Advantages: High-quality digital amplifier with a really soft and brand sound. Two USB inputs, supports Hi-Rez FLAC and WAV with a frequency of up to 24-192, reads from 64 GB flash drives (the format should be FAT32) and even a hard disk. The presence of Wi-Fi (Internet radio, firmware updates and other amenities). Good CD drive and FM tuner. Convenient, thoughtful remote control. Russified. Excellent design, high quality workmanship, clear OLED display.

Disadvantages: I did not find it, I got everything that I expected and even in abundance, for example, a DAB tuner that is not needed so far in our conditions.

Comment: It works perfectly in conjunction with the Dali Lektor 2 AC and a small REL T-Zero musical subwoofer. In my opinion, it sounds perfect in a small bedroom of 18 sq.m. It is a pleasure not only in sound, but also in appearance - all components are in black gloss color. Surprisingly pleasant in all respects apparatus.

Advantages: Soft, signature sound. Excellent communication / control capabilities with a tablet. Omnivorous.

Disadvantages: the absence of "loudness" volume, just it should be. I am actively looking for other disadvantages ...)

Comment: There is a need for high-quality sound in a room of 15 sq. M. I first wanted to buy a PM5004 + CD5004 + to pick up speakers, but I also wanted a radio. Went to look further and came across this omnivorous miracle. Wifi has not yet connected, but Flac plays on the flash drive without problems, it is easily controlled from the tablet (although the remote is very pleasant). I am saving up for Dynaudio 2/7 while playing with the Soviet S30 (I didn’t expect that they can do this ...). Only 1 day I received a parcel from Korea for 27tr, we will be asked for another 10,5tr (although there is Russian and even Russian leadership, even a piece of Rostest !!!! - I don’t understand anything at all - how did he get into the box?) When I complete the collection of the entire system, warm up and set up, accomplish your goal!
So, connected to the network, in two clicks. What I received: Internet radio is a very convenient thing for learning languages ​​and listening to genre music. Actually there is everything. (And the Air Force - 100 units and Spanish stations, I need). The quality is almost like a CD. Service spotify-complete garbage, gives access to the network mp3 music for money. + access to it in Russia is closed, and what for is it even needed if you have Youtube + Airplay? Rave. Then I picked up the stationary computer, so that the flac files on the USB flash drive do not copy, but play directly through the air. All this is controlled as I already said from the tablet — well, very convenient — I even forgot about the absence of a “twist” - it was replaced by a skid on the iPad. I will buy the columns much earlier than I planned ... (if only my wife would not drive out of the house ... :)

Addition after one year of operation: I changed the firmware 2-3 times (I suggested it myself automatically), I did not feel the difference, the update went fine. Due to budget constraints, I listened all year round with Bronze Monitors (I found it) on a well-known ad site. I still think that the price / sound ratio of the bronze bx2 is close to the ideal (especially if there is very little money and if you take a boo).But yesterday I snatched the last from the dali ikon 2 mk2 showcase - friends are something! Naturally this is something for my ears and for my music! I wish everyone to look for and find their perfect set: AC + receiver + Good music! Good luck !!!

Advantages: miniature, features, design.

Disadvantages: subjective or a matter of habit

Comment: Miniature box or music box capable of much. I use KEF Q300 and I don’t regret anything) Bi-Amping is definitely! Jazz, rock sounds amazing!

Advantages: Russified, absolutely not buggy (instantly loads and catches the network), simple and logical navigation, high-quality CD transport, AirPlay - flac, Sourse Direct, “Bi-amping”, two A / B zones, output to the sub, adjustment of the response of the output frequency characteristics , 2 usb ports (the ability to connect a hard disk up to 2Tb), DAB + tuner for perspective
There are quite a few adjustments, a very convenient control program from a smartphone (I have an Android, I also have an iOS) from Marantz - full control of music from anywhere in the room without a remote control is very convenient.
Discussion and selection of speakers can be read here ..
http://forum.ixbt.com/topic.cgi?id=95:24-2

Advantages: Compact, practical, musical, noiseless CD, excellent wi-fi.

Disadvantages: Unusual volume control, uncomfortable input selector, acoustics should be 6 ohms real and preferably with a sensitivity of 90 dB.

Comment: I needed an inexpensive set of 19 square meters. Unfortunately, it was assembled from individual components outside the budget. The choice fell on Marantz 603 or Denon Drf 109. Fortunately, the 610th model came out and decided the dispute in its favor. I use 60% Internet radio, unmeasured stations for all tastes and occasions, 40% - SD. On the CD, the sound quality is noticeably better. I listen at different loudnesses, the sound is always clear and transparent. I use acoustic energi radiance 1 with acoustic (with a limited budget, you can use VA 26 or A 25, it was planned at the beginning). But they are inferior due to the lack of bi-amp the difference is Venn with and without bi-amp. All deficiencies compensate for the remote control. I don’t use FM as an optics movie. In general, a music lover’s gift, for those who are trimmed in media and listening to music, not laces, cables and plugs with sockets. opportunity, it is better to take with native acoustics. I speak half a year,

Advantages: Stylish, workmanship and sound, convenient and well-thought-out management. Rostest. Menu and introduction in Russian. Easy but powerful. Does not heat at all. Excellent readable display. Convenient durable remote.

Disadvantages: Expensive-26700

Comment: A good sound quality was needed in the bedroom. The FM-radio does not catch the apartment. Internet radio output. Less decent from 10 thousand. The centers with Internet radio are not well implemented everywhere (sometimes weak, not all formats read, then the speakers are bad). Alternative-Denon-N 8 (as a music center with speakers is sometimes cheaper), but not a competitor. I had Boston Acustiik-A 25 speakers (8 ohms) bought occasionally — useful. Playing with them very qualitatively (more than 60% do not do-enough) There is loudness-bass enough. Quickly and just connected to the router.