Marantz NR1510 Black
Score: 80/100
Sonos Sub 4
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Sonos Sub 4 is a wireless subwoofer delivering exceptionally deep bass and automatic Trueplay tuning. Its Wi-Fi-only design and heavyweight build limit portability and compatibility with non-Sonos devices. Ideal for Sonos ecosystem owners seeking powerful bass in medium-to-large rooms.
The Marantz NR1510 is an ultra-slim 5.2-channel AV receiver delivering high-resolution audio, extensive streaming options and voice-assistant integration in a space-saving chassis. Its modest power output and lack of 7.1 expansion can limit performance in larger rooms or advanced surround setups. Best suited for apartment dwellers or vinyl enthusiasts who value compactness and connectivity over raw amplification power.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 0.025 kHzbest | |
50 Wbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.16 kgbest | 12.002 kg |
5best | — | |
98 dBbest | — | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
— | 12.7 cmbest | |
— | 12.7 cmbest |
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General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Audio(1) | ||
Amplifier Type | 5-channel discrete | Dual Class-D digital |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 8.16 kg | 12.002 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 16801 cm³ | 24700 cm³ |
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Professional reviewers commend the NR1510 for its compact ultra-slim chassis, comprehensive connectivity, high-resolution audio support and integrated HEOS streaming, while noting the modest 50 W per channel may be insufficient for larger rooms and the lack of 7.1 expansion limits future scalability.
Compact ultra-slim chassis saves space while delivering full-range AV performance; Comprehensive connectivity with six HDMI inputs, dual HDMI outputs (one with eARC) and dual-band Wi-Fi; Supports high-resolution audio including FLAC, ALAC, WAV up to 24-bit/192 kHz and DSD5.6; Integrated HEOS multi-room streaming and major music services without extra hardware; Voice-assistant compatibility with Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri for hands-free control; Dedicated phono input enables direct turntable connection for vinyl playback; Audyssey MultEQ room calibration and Dynamic Volume/EQ optimize sound for any environment
