NR1200 Network Receiver From Marantz

1st August 2019

The Marantz NR1200 is a two-channel receiver that features a newly designed 75W amplification section with separate, symmetrical left and right power amplifiers sharing a centralised power supply with independent windings for each function.

The stereo receiver also features two separate DACs per channel. With HEOS Built-in, users can access Spotify (Free and Premium), Amazon Music, Tidal, TuneIn Internet Radio and more or local music file libraries via the HEOS App.

It can also deliver music to any room throughout the home using other HEOS-capable speakers, systems or components.

Users can play the same song in every room or select a different song for each connected room.

In addition, streaming content can be played back via Bluetooth or Apple AirPlay 2.

Digital radio can be accessed via DAB+ tuner. A built-in phono input is included for turntables.

You also get five HDMI inputs, including HDCP 2.3, 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, HLG, High Dynamic Range (HDR10), 21:9 video, 3D and BT.2020 pass-through. Plus, ARC (Audio Return Channel) supports the transmission of audio from the TV with a single HDMI cable. HDMI inputs automatically rename themselves based upon information provided by the source. In addition, the NR1200 will automatically down-mix all surround formats.

NR1200 supports Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant or Apple Siri. Use verbal commands to initiate music playback, turn the volume up or down, skip to the next track, input selection and more. Users can switch between voice agents or pick a favourite. Functionality varies by voice agent.

A future firmware update will add Bluetooth Headphones functionality to the receiver. Once connected, users can either select to play only through the headphones or simultaneously listen via the speakers even in surround mode and via the headphones in stereo at the same time, with individual volume control on the headphones.

The Marantz NR1200 will be available in September in a black or silver gold finish for £599.

For additional information, visit www.marantz.co.uk

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