the ecoustics podcast Denon vs. Marantz: Battle of the AVRs – Which One is Worth Your Cash?
Oct 30, 2025
37:22
Confused by the Denon vs. Marantz AVR maze? Join eCoustics Founder Brian Mitchell, Editor at Large Chris Boylan, and Phil Jones, Global Director of Training at Harman International, as they break down 19 AVRs ranging from $400 to $7,200. Though Denon and Marantz have been under the same corporate roof for over a decade (now Harman International, owned by Samsung), not all AVRs are created equal.
Discover the subtle—and not-so-subtle—differences, what really matters for your Dolby Atmos setup, and which brand might make your wallet sigh. Perfect for home theater enthusiasts ready to cut through the hype and make a smart buy.
Thank you to our sponsor of this episode, HEOS! For more information please visit:
https://www.denon.com/en-us/plp/heos
Credits:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #ecoustics #avr #heos #surroundsound #denon #marantz #soundunited #bowerswilkins #polk #hometheater
Discover the subtle—and not-so-subtle—differences, what really matters for your Dolby Atmos setup, and which brand might make your wallet sigh. Perfect for home theater enthusiasts ready to cut through the hype and make a smart buy.
Thank you to our sponsor of this episode, HEOS! For more information please visit:
https://www.denon.com/en-us/plp/heos
Credits:
- Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
- Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
- Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #ecoustics #avr #heos #surroundsound #denon #marantz #soundunited #bowerswilkins #polk #hometheater