When the Model 40n was released in 2022, it was a welcome addition to the Marantz product line-up. It has all the characteristics of a great integrated amplifier from the past with the addition of streaming and multi-room wireless audio to meet the changing music-listening landscape.
For 2024 Marantz has just released another network integrated amplifier, the Model 60n which includes a lot features from the 40n but with a price tag that is $1,000 less.
Let’s take a brief look at what the 60n offers and how it compares to the 40n.
To start off, the 60n is manufactured in Shirakawa, Japan, and Sound Master Tuned to deliver the texture, nuance, and clarity of the Marantz Signature Sound.
Marantz 60n
The 60n incorporates a 60W per channel amplifier that includes HDAM circuit technology for optimal dynamic range and lower distortion. All the physical inputs you would expect are provided such as analog, digital, USB, and MM phono inputs, as well as an ARC-enabled HDMI input for those who enjoy viewing their TVs or projectors with a 2-channel audio setup rather than a full-on AVR-based surround sound setup (although Marantz also offers a selection of AVRs to fill that the need).
Pro-Tip: The 60n includes both preamp and subwoofer outputs and the 40n’s HDMI input and output that also supports video resolution pass-through up to 8K.
HEOS
For additional use flexibility, the 60n incorporates the HEOS streaming platform which is accessible via the HEOS app. This allows users to access streaming services including Spotify, Apple Airplay, Deezer, iHeart Radio, Pandora, Sirius XM, Tidal, Amazon Music, and more, and is also Roon Ready. HEOS also supports wireless multiroom audio with compatible speakers and associated devices.
The 60n also incorporates Bluetooth for additional music-listening options.
Although a wireless remote is provided, the 60n also supports voice control via Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, or Google Assistant.
Industrial Design
The 60n has Marantz’s latest industrial design. Sporting a steel top and chassis, the MODEL 60n features the same architectural design, refined materials, and intuitive operation as the CD 50n, and is available in two colorways: black and silver-gold.
Comparison
| Model 60N (2024) | Model 40N (2022) | |
| Price | $1,500 | $2,499 |
| Product Description | Network Integrated Amplifier | Network Integrated Amplifier |
| Amplifier Type | Class A/B | Class A/B |
| Amplified Channels | 2 | 2 |
| PSU Transformer | Toroidal | Double Shielded Toroidal |
| Speaker A/B Switching | – | – |
| Speaker Terminals | 2 (Marantz SPKT-1+) | 2 (Marantz SPKT-1+) |
| Power Output (8 / 4 Ohm RMS) | 2 x 60 W / 80 W | 2 x 70 W/100W |
| Current Feedback Topology | Yes | Information Not Provided |
| HDAM Version | SA3, SA2 | SA3 |
| Symmetric PCB Layout | Yes | Information Not Provided |
| Aluminum Extrusion Heat Sink | Yes | Information Not Provided |
| Linear Drive Power Supply | Yes | Information Not Provided |
| Digital Inputs | Coaxial, Optical, USB-A | Coaxial, Optical, USB-A |
| Max PCM Sample Rate | 192 kHz / 24-bit | 192 kHz / 24-bit |
| Max DSD Sample Rate | 11.2 MHz | 5.6 MHz |
| HDMI | 1 ARC | 1 ARC |
| HEOS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Airplay 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Roon Ready | Yes | Yes |
| Spotify Connect | Yes | Yes |
| Tidal Connect | Yes | Yes |
| Tidal (Hi-Res) | Yes | Yes |
| Deezer (Hi-Res) | Yes | Yes |
| Amazon Music HD | Yes | Yes |
| Pandora | Yes | Yes |
| TuneIn | Yes | Yes |
| iHeartRadio | Yes | Yes |
| SoundCloud | Yes | Yes |
| SiriusXM | Yes | Yes |
| AWA | Yes | Yes |
| Mood: Mix | Yes | Yes |
| Qplay | Yes | Yes |
| Sony HiRes | Yes | Yes |
| Lossy Formats | MP3, WMA, AAC | MP3, WMA, AAC |
| Lossless Formats | DSD/DSF, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF | DSD/DSF, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF |
| Gapless Playback | Yes | Information Not Provided |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wired LAN | Yes | Yes |
| Display | Low-Noise OLED Monochrome | Low-Noise OLED Monochrome |
| Phono EQ | MM Standard | Marantz Musical Phono EQ |
| Audio Adjustments | Bass / Treble EQ, Balance | Bass / Treble EQ, Balance |
| Tuner | – | No |
| Source Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Power Amp Direct | – | Yes |
| Analog Audio Inputs | 4 | 3 |
| Analog Record Out | – | 1 |
| Preamp Outputs | Yes | – |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Out | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 5 Hz-100 kHz | 5Hz – 100kHz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): (20Hz – 20kHz, 8Ω) | 0.02 % | 0.02% |
| Damping Factor | 100< | 100 |
| Input Sensitivity (MM) | 2 mV / 47 kOhm | 2 mV / 47 kOhm |
| Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR): MM | 87 dB | 87 dB |
| Input Sensitivity (High Level) | 190 mV / 20 kOhm | 220 mV / 20 K ohm |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): High Level | 113dB (2V input) | 106dB |
| Treble Control | ± 10 dB at 10kHz | ± 10 dB at 15kHz |
| Bass Control | ± 10 dB at 50Hz | ± 10 dB at 50Hz |
| Metal Front Panel | Yes | Yes |
| Power Consumption | 220 W | 220 W |
| Standby Consumption | 0.3 W | 0.3 W |
| Auto Power Off | Yes | Yes |
| Detachable Power Cable | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes | Yes |
| System Remote Function | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Amazon Alexa Apple Siri Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa Apple Siri Google Assistant |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.4 x 17 x 5.1 inches | 17.4 x 17 x 5.1 inches |
| Net Weight | 28.1 lbs | 36.8 lbs |
Initial Impression
Coming off the recent release of the $15,000 Model 10 Integrated Amplifier that we saw and heard about at CEDIA Expo 2024, it is great to see Marantz following up with a much more reasonably priced Integrated amplifier with network features that will not only appeal to a wider customer base but has a lot the features of their popular Model 40n network integrated amp.
The Model 60n seems to fit well within the Marantz product lineup with everything you would expect from an integrated amp, as well as extensive streaming and wireless multi-room audio capability.
Price & Availability
The Marantz Model 60n Network Integrated Amplifier is available in black or silver/gold finishes for $1,500 at Amazon or Crutchfield.
For more information: marantz.com
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