Marantz M-CR612 Network CD Receiver

Network CD Receiver Featuring HEOS, FM/AM, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 and Voice Control Compatibility

Enjoy all your music from multiple sources in exquisite detail. The Marantz M-CR612 compact network CD receiver supports near limitless streaming platforms through AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, and HEOS connectivity. Connect your speakers to the M-CR612 through four high-efficiency digital audio amplifier channels and enjoy the most musical sound. With two optical digital inputs, directly connect the M-CR612 to your television for elevated sonic output through your other Hi-Fi components. The built-in disc player is compatible with music CDs, CD-R/CD-RW recordable and erasable discs, and is equipped with an AM/FM tuner. Control the M-CR612 with your voice and your favorite voice agent — Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri are all compatible for ultimate ease of use.

The Most Musical Sound

Engineered and extensively tuned by a team drawing on more than 65 years of Hi-Fi expertise, the M-CR612 provides exceptional performance for your audio collection. Whether digital or analog, enjoy the most musical sound from any source.

Elegant Design

The M-CR612 combines refined elegance and thoughtful design into a compact network CD receiver. Styled in a high-gloss black finish, the M-CR612 offers a beautiful look to complement its superb performance.

Digital Audio Amplifier Technology

Featuring four channels of high-efficiency, low-distortion digital audio amplification, easily configure the M-CR612 to drive two pairs of loudspeakers with independent volume control for each pair. Or, configure it to drive a single pair of speakers with double the output power, with the option to connect a pair of audiophile bi-amp compatible speakers. Additionally, the M-CR612 is fully compatible with low impedance speakers, including 4-Ohm models.

Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Wireless Streaming with Dual Diversity Antennas

Featuring dual diversity antennas, the M-CR612 lets you stream your favorite audio tracks wirelessly via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The dual diversity antenna system ensures stable streaming even in congested urban environments, and the Wi-Fi function features 2.4GH z(11b/g/n), 5GHz (11a/n) technology for compatibility with the widest range of smart devices. The M-CR612 offers quick and easy push button Wi-Fi protected setup and simple iOS Wi-Fi sharing.

Supports Wide Range of File Types, Including 2.8 and 5.6 MHz DSD

In addition to compatibility with conventional PCM audio tracks from digital audio sources such as CD, the M-CR612 supports all major audio file types.

Hi-Res Audio Support

Enjoy music exactly as the artist intended. The M-CR612 decodes hi-res audio ALAC, FLAC and WAV lossless files up to 24-bit/192-kHz, as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks (the audiophile format of SACD).

2 Optical Digital Inputs

Connect your digital TV or cable/satellite set-top-box and a Blu-ray or DVD player to either of the two digital audio inputs to enjoy full dynamic range digital audio playback of your favorite movies and TV shows. The M-CR612 can automatically wake when sensing an audio signal from the television, and can be programmed to work with your TV’s remote for volume, mute and source selection.

Variable Output Terminal

The variable output terminal provides a selectable fix or variable level connection output to connect directly to powered speakers, active speakers or a power amplifier for digital source player/pre-amplifier use. Control volume with the remote handset or via compatible apps.

HEOS Multi-Room Streaming

Built-in HEOS technology lets you enjoy your favorite music in any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience. Play the same song in every room, or select a different song for each connected room — the choice is yours. Enjoy music from Spotify, TuneIn Internet Radio, Sound Cloud, Tidal, Napster, Deezer or your local music file libraries. With additional HEOS products like the HEOS speaker range or other HEOS-capable receivers, easily play all of your music in one room or many.

Supports Major Voice Control Agents

Enjoy effortless voice control and total flexibility from the leading voice agents. Speak commands with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant or Apple Siri. Ask to play your favorite music, turn the volume up, skip to the next track, switch inputs and more. Switch between voice agents, or pick a favorite to use — you’re in control. Functionality varies by voice agent.

AirPlay 2 + Apple Siri Voice Control

Stream audio from your favorite music services like Apple Music and Spotify or watch videos from services like YouTube and Netflix from any iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV. Hear the audio perfectly synced to your speakers from AirPlay 2 sources.

AirPlay 2 also supports multi-room audio — wirelessly stream content to multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices simultaneously with improved audio buffering to ensure smooth audio playback. AirPlay 2 provides control and grouping of compatible audio devices within the Apple Music or Home app. Use AirPlay 2 in-app or with your voice via Siri.

Amazon Alexa Voice Control

Use your voice to stream your favorite music services through Alexa to this device with HEOS built-in. Ask Alexa to play music from Pandora, Spotify, Amazon Music and more. Turn volume up or down, pause, mute and play the next song — all with your voice. With HEOS Home Entertainment and Alexa, easily stream to this product and any other device with HEOS built-in.

Google Assistant Voice Control

Ask your Google Home, Google app or other devices with Google Assistant built-in to control content across your listening environment. Start music in the HEOS app, then ask your Google Assistant to control volume, play, pause, skip tracks and more. ‘Works with the Google Assistant’ feature is always improving.

3-Line OLED Display

The front panel features a clear, legible three-line Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display. Provides numerical and text display from a wide-angle view for easy operation and control.

Audiophile Construction

Designed with the modern audiophile in mind and crafted with superior materials that elevate audio quality. Fully optimized to reproduce the best audio performance possible, the compact signal paths reduce distortion and improve sound. Premium passive and active components amplify precision sound and audio quality.

Compact Chassis with Upgraded Cosmetics and New Accent Lighting

Place the M-CR612 anywhere you like with its compact chassis, which features upgraded cosmetics including a durable acrylic top plate cover. Deluxe vertical lighting accents on the front panel offer four user-selectable choices to perfectly match your taste.

Product Features

Overview

Power and connectivity to suit your audio preference: 60W x 2ch (6 ohms), or 4 x 30W for speaker A/B with individual volume setting
Plays CD, WMA/MP3 (CD-R/RW) and features an AM/FM tuner: No matter how you listen, enjoy your music with elevated Marantz sound
Stream music from your favorite sources: Play songs from TuneIn, Internet Radio, Pandora, Spotify, SiriusXM, Amazon Prime Music, TIDAL and more via AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and the HEOS app (music streaming services may vary by region)
Supports Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri voice agents: Use your voice to control the M-CR612
High-performance, high-resolution audio playback for every source: Supports WAV/FLAC/ALAC 192kHz/24bit, DSD 2.8/5.6MHz and Gapless playback (WAV/FLAC/ALAC, DSD)
Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz/5GHz dual band support: Improved network stability even in Wi-Fi-crowded homes
Includes two digital optical inputs for your TV or digital device: The M-CR612 automatically detects the signal input from your TV and outputs elevated sound
Works with your TV remote: Program the M-CR612 to work with your TV remote and easily adjust volume up, volume down, mute and source selection

Inputs / Outputs

Analog In/out: 1 / 1
Digital Optical In: 2
USB Input: type A: 1 (rear)
Subwoofer PreOut: 1
Headphone Out
Speaker A / B
Speaker Binding Post: Screw type

Product Specs

Audio Section

Power Output (6 ohm, 1kHz): 60W
Number of Channels: 2
Frequency response: 10Hz-40kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio (audio): 90dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.1

FM Tuner

Frequency Range: FM 87.5-108MHz
Signal to Noise Ratio (Mono / Stereo): 70/70dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (Mono / Stereo): 0.4/0.4%

General

Remote Control: RC014CR
Power Consumption: 55W
Standby Consumption: 0.3W
Maximum Dimensions (W x D x H) in inches: 11.02 x 11.93 x 4.37
Weight (lbs): 7.28

Product Warranty

Parts & Labor

3 Years

Marantz Warranty Information

"The Marantz M-CR612 is an appealing proposition if you’re looking for a space saving, all-in-one network CD receiver system that won’t leave your wallet dry."

- Suraj Raj, audioFi.net, April 17, 2020

Audio Advisor occasionally has fantastic deals on clearance items that are in excellent condition and we happen to have just one or two of.

Demo: Photo samples, gear we auditioned, items returned for wrong color/wrong size, etc.

Open Box: Contents briefly examined or inspected for promotional or internal purposes

Factory Refreshed: Original-condition items repackaged by the manufacturer

Cosmetically Blemished: A few dings or scratches, but functionally in original condition

Used: May show some signs of use

All clearance products are carefully inspected by our technicians before we offer the item for sale. All clearance products except Used items come with the original manufacturer warranty and are guaranteed to work and sound like new.

RETURN POLICY & PROCESS

NOTE:
You may only return a product purchased within 60-days of the receipt date.
The product must be in like-new condition and shipped in the original packaging (So SAVE THOSE BOXES!!!)

Call 1-800-942-0220 to request an RMA number.
Print the RMA number on the return shipping label.
Please make sure the return shipping name and address are written in a note on the inside.
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Grand Rapids, MI 49512
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NOTE: If a coupon was used in the ordering process, then the final value (recorded during payment) will be the price refunded.

Returned products are inspected by our warehouse and refunds are issued within 24 hours of inspection. Please note: it may take 7-10 business days for your bank to show the refunded amount. If you do not see it then, please reach out to our customer service team at 1-800-942-0220.

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