NR-1509

With a slim profile that never sacrifices performance for looks, the Marantz NR1509 AVR delivers 5.2 channels and high-resolution surround sound from Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. With 6 HDMI inputs — including one on the front panel — the NR1509 is fully compatible with the latest 4K Ultra HD video specifications, including 60 Hz full rate content, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, BT.2020, HDR and Dolby Vision. The NR1509 features a power amplifier section with high-current discrete transistors to support high-resolution audio. Enjoy your favorite music services via Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay or the HEOS app. Control NR1509 with your voice and Amazon Alexa — download the HEOS Home Entertainment skill and ask Alexa to play, pause or stop music, switch inputs for your different media players, turn up the volume and more.

Key Features

• Slim profile that’s half the height of a traditional AVR delivers exceptional performance and sound quality
• 5-channel discrete power amplifier, 50W per channel (8-ohm, 20Hz – 20kHz, 0.08% THD)
• 6 HDMI inputs — including one input on the front panel — with full HDCP 2.2 support
• 4K/60 Hz full-rate pass-through, 4:4:4 color resolution, HDR and BT.2020, plus Dolby Vision compatibility and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
• Supports surround formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
• Ability to decode high-resolution audio ALAC, FLAC and WAV lossless files up to 24-bit/192-kHz — plus, DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks let you enjoy music exactly as the artist intended
• Built-in HEOS wireless multi-room audio technology
• Amazon Alexa voice control via the HEOS Home Entertainment skill
• Stream the most popular music services — like Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, Deezer and many others — via Bluetooth, AirPlay 2 or the HEOS app
• Now available – Apple AirPlay 2
• Integrated Phono input to directly connect your turntable
• Optimize your audio experience with Audyssey MultEQ, Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ for a seamless setup within your listening environment
• Setup assistant, advanced GUI and Marantz 2016 AVR remote app for an easy out-of-box experience
• Built-in Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz/5GHz dual band support (dual antenna)

Powerful, Slim Five-channel Discrete Amplifier

Featuring a high-current discrete power amplifier section, you get exceptional sound for movies and music with identical power on all five channels (50W per channel: 8-ohm, 20Hz – 20kHz, 0.08% THD) with low-impedance drive capability for superb speaker control. Supports surround formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio for an immersive home theater experience. Slim profile is half the height of a traditional AVR, while delivering the dynamic sound quality that defines Marantz excellence.

Latest HDMI Connectivity

Includes six HDMI inputs — with one HDMI input on the front panel for quick connection — each one supporting HDCP 2.2, 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, Dolby Vision, HLG, High Dynamic Range (HDR) and 21:9 video, 3D and BT.2020 pass-through.

HEOS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and AirPlay 2 Capability

Dual antenna system lets you stream the most popular music services via Bluetooth, AirPlay or the HEOS app. Listen to your playlists on Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, Deezer and more.

Support for Major Voice Control Agents

Enjoy effortless voice control and total flexibility from the leading voice agents. Speak commands with Amazon Alexa , Google Assistant, Apple Siri and high-end smart home automation, Josh.ai. 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 — the choice is yours. Functionality varies by voice agent.

Integrated Phono Input

Easily connect your analog turntable to the receiver and enjoy the pure intent of each recording within your vinyl collection.

High-resolution Audio Support

Ability to decode high-resolution 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) lets you enjoy music exactly as the artist intended. Listen to your music via the front panel USB port or over network sources.

Dual Subwoofer Outputs

Supports dual subwoofers for even, low-frequency bass response within your listening environment. Enjoy accurate bass with no audible peaks or dips no matter where you place your subwoofer.

Smart TV Connectivity

Easily control the receiver with your Smart TV remote via the HDMI CEC functionality associated with your Smart TV. Simply set “HDMI Control” to ON in your receiver, then set “Smart Menu” to ON and begin controlling the NR1509 with your TV remote. The Smart Menu home screen gives you quick access to source and surround mode selections, the AVR's setup menu and four Smart Selects.