Marantz MCR 60n: HDMI eARC, MM phono preamp and bidirectional Bluetooth
Designed as the nerve center of the modern living room, the Marantz MCR 60n includes an [abc]HDMI[/abc] [abc]eARC[/abc] input. Compatible with [abc]HDMI[/abc] [abc]CEC[/abc] for volume control via the TV remote, it supports decoding [abc]Dolby Digital[/abc] and [abc]Dolby Digital Plus[/abc] streams, offering a high-end stereo alternative to a soundbar. Another addition awaited by music lovers, an MM phono preamplifier appears for directly connecting a turntable without an external box.
The wireless section is also expanded: [abc]Bluetooth[/abc] becomes bidirectional (RX/TX), allowing not only music reception from a smartphone, but also transmission of sound to a wireless headset or earbuds for discreet nighttime listening.
Marantz MCR 60n: Heos 384 kHz, Roon Ready and Dirac Live calibration
The Heos multiroom network platform provides access to [abc]streaming[/abc] services (Spotify Connect, Tidal, Qobuz Connect, Deezer, Amazon Music), [abc]webradios[/abc] as well as [abc]AirPlay 2[/abc] and Roon Ready protocols. The DAC section now supports PCM streams up to 384 kHz/32 bits and [abc]DSD[/abc] up to 11.2 megahertz. Four Smart Select shortcut buttons on the remote control let you instantly store your favorite sources and volume levels.
Unprecedented in this format, the MCR 60n is compatible with the Dirac Live Room Correction acoustic correction system (via an optional upgrade) to calibrate performance according to the listening room.
Marantz MCR 60n: comprehensive connectivity
Beyond the HDMI and Phono inputs, the physical connectivity is particularly rich. It includes one [abc]optical[/abc] digital input, one [abc]USB[/abc] input and one [abc]Ethernet[/abc] network port. On the output side, the unit features a subwoofer output with adjustable crossover frequency, as well as variable audio outputs (Main PreOut) allowing it to function as a pure high-end network preamplifier with active speakers. Finally, the rear panel groups together four pairs of screw terminals.
Availability announced for September 15, 2026 in Matte Black and Champagne Gold finishes. Indicative price: 900 euros.
Reminder of the key features of the Marantz MCR 60n DAB:
• Model: [abc]2.1[/abc]
• Power: 2 x 65 W into 6 ohms or 4 x 33 W into 4 ohms (Speakers A/B)
• Inputs: 1 [abc]optical[/abc] input, 1 stereo [abc]RCA[/abc] input, 1 stereo line [abc]RCA[/abc] input, 1 Phono input (MM), 1 USB-A port and 1 [abc]Ethernet[/abc] port
• Outputs: 1 [abc]HDMI[/abc] [abc]eARC[/abc] output, 1 subwoofer output
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 90 dB
• Total harmonic distortion (THD): 0.1%
• [abc]UPnP[/abc] ([abc]DLNA[/abc]) functions
• Dirac Live Ready functions
• [abc]DAB+[/abc] functions
• FM tuner functions
• [abc]AirPlay 2[/abc] compatibility
• [abc]Flac[/abc] HD compatibility
• [abc]Alac[/abc] HD compatibility
• DSD 2.8/5.6 MHz compatibility
• [abc]Wav[/abc] compatibility
• [abc]MP3[/abc] compatibility
• [abc]WMA[/abc] compatibility
• [abc]Bluetooth[/abc] compatibility
• [abc]Wi-Fi[/abc] compatibility
• Roon Ready compatibility
• [abc]DSD[/abc] 2.8/5.6/11.2 MHz compatibility
• Audio Gapless Playback
• Audio Mode BTL (“bridged” mode)
• Audio bi-amplification mode
• [abc]Hi-Res Audio[/abc] streaming via USB/network: yes
• Heos Multiroom network
• Spotify Connect network
• Tidal network
• Deezer network
• Amazon Prime Music network
• Web radios: yes, TuneIn
• Power consumption: 55 W (0.3 W in standby)
• Dimensions (W x H x D, mm): 280 x 111 x 303
• Weight: 4.2 kg
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