Cacti Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 Hey all, I'm looking to get a receiver for my Heresy IVs. I'm looking at the Marantz NR1200 which I can get for a substantial discount. The reviews seem pretty good except for this specific review when pairing with Heresy IVs. Do you have any experience with this receiver? How does it sound? Any validity to this review? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeloManiac Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 This model is part of the Marantz budget line. It will give you a lot of connectivity and inputs, but the sound quality is not so good. A speaker like the Heresy will reveal any weaknesses in your audio chain. If you want streaming capabilities and a good amp in one compact system, you'll have to invest a lot more, like triple tej NR1200 price. The other path is a good amp, and an exteral streamer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P. Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 I don't believe in this "pairing an amp with speakers" stuff. Manufacturers can't afford to risk such narrow pairings between their components and other components. They'd lose significant market share and money. Buy the receiver and I expect it will be fine. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakeydeal Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 Since this is a two channel device, I am assuming home theater is not important to you. But if good sound is, why are you even looking at receivers? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 19 hours ago, Cacti said: Hey all, I'm looking to get a receiver for my Heresy IVs. I'm looking at the Marantz NR1200 which I can get for a substantial discount. The reviews seem pretty good except for this specific review when pairing with Heresy IVs. Do you have any experience with this receiver? How does it sound? Any validity to this review? Welcome @Cacti What did Violet come up with as a replacement? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 20 hours ago, Cacti said: Hey all, I'm looking to get a receiver for my Heresy IVs. I'm looking at the Marantz NR1200 which I can get for a substantial discount. The reviews seem pretty good except for this specific review when pairing with Heresy IVs. the Yamaha A-S series are exceptional with the Heresy IV , the best option being the Yamaha A-S1200 , but you can also get by with the Yamaha A-S 801 or Yamaha A-S -S501 if your budget is lower . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cacti Posted January 5 Author Share Posted January 5 2 hours ago, billybob said: Welcome @Cacti What did Violet come up with as a replacement? Thanks! That wasn't my review and I can't get in touch with Violet 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cacti Posted January 5 Author Share Posted January 5 2 hours ago, Shakeydeal said: Since this is a two channel device, I am assuming home theater is not important to you. But if good sound is, why are you even looking at receivers? What should I be looking at, just amps? I have a Wiim Pro Plus on the way to help with connectivity. 5 hours ago, MeloManiac said: This model is part of the Marantz budget line. It will give you a lot of connectivity and inputs, but the sound quality is not so good. A speaker like the Heresy will reveal any weaknesses in your audio chain. If you want streaming capabilities and a good amp in one compact system, you'll have to invest a lot more, like triple tej NR1200 price. The other path is a good amp, and an exteral streamer. I have a Wiim Pro Plus on the way to help with connectivity, what would you recommend for an amp? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cacti Posted January 5 Author Share Posted January 5 (edited) What do people think about these amps? Cayin A-50T MKII - If I can find a 120v version Rogue Audio Sphinx V3 PrimaLuna EVO 100 Stereo Tube Integrated Amplifier Willsenton R8 KT88/EL34 NAD C 3050 Edited January 5 by Cacti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakeydeal Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 I think all of those are better choices than a cheap receiver. I would probably go with the Willsenton if it were me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cacti Posted January 5 Author Share Posted January 5 9 minutes ago, Shakeydeal said: I think all of those are better choices than a cheap receiver. I would probably go with the Willsenton if it were me. Thanks for that, even over the PrimaLuna which is more expensive. Can I ask why you think the Willsenton is much better? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakeydeal Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 I'm not saying it's much better. Since they are both made in China (not saying that's a bad thing) and both use the same output tubes, my guess is they sound more alike than different. I've just never cared for the aesthetics of Prima Luna gear. I like the looks of the Willsenton better and the fact that buying through Amazon gets you a no hassle return policy if you don't like it. With TMR, you will have to pay shipping both ways and a 5% restock fee. That's just my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 45 minutes ago, Cacti said: That wasn't my review and I can't get in touch with Violet Cool...so tube or solid state. Where are you located? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fido Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 37 minutes ago, Cacti said: What do people think about these amps? Cayin A-50T MKII - If I can find a 120v version Rogue Audio Sphinx V3 PrimaLuna EVO 100 Stereo Tube Integrated Amplifier Willsenton R8 KT88/EL34 NAD C 3050 I have an EVO 400 and love it with my Forte IVs. It pulls me deeper and deeper into the music every time I listen to it. I have listened to it daily for several years now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cacti Posted January 5 Author Share Posted January 5 9 minutes ago, billybob said: Cool...so tube or solid state. Where are you located? I'm not sure haha. I've been told that tubes make the music sound great and are great with Heresy IVs. I'm in the USA. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 2 minutes ago, Cacti said: I'm not sure haha. I've been told that tubes make the music sound great and are great with Heresy IVs. I'm in the USA. Cool, Shakeydeal knows... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cacti Posted January 5 Author Share Posted January 5 6 minutes ago, Fido said: I have an EVO 400 and love it with my Forte IVs. It pulls me deeper and deeper into the music every time I listen to it. I have listened to it daily for several years now Nice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 1 hour ago, Cacti said: What do people think about these amps? none of these amps rival The Yamaha A-S1200 since it is a proven HIFI amp for the Heresy IV ,with lots of forum members currently using the amp with fabulous results on the Heresy-Forte and Cornwall IV ,the Heresy IV requires a very low distortion amp , with higher damping factor and the highest quality components , the A-S 1200 is basically a vintage Japanese 70's amp with a superb preamp Made in 2024 with the latest parts available , it's on par with the Hegel amps worth 5k$ . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakeydeal Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 Quote the Heresy IV requires a very low distortion amp Where the hell did you get that from? I'd rather have an amp that sounds good than one that measures good. Don't put all your eggs in the low distortion basket 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fido Posted January 5 Share Posted January 5 56 minutes ago, OO1 said: none of these amps rival The Yamaha A-S1200 since it is a proven HIFI amp for the Heresy IV ,with lots of forum members currently using the amp with fabulous results on the Heresy-Forte and Cornwall IV ,the Heresy IV requires a very low distortion amp , with higher damping factor and the highest quality components , the A-S 1200 is basically a vintage Japanese 70's amp with a superb preamp Made in 2024 with the latest parts available , it's on par with the Hegel amps worth 5k$ . Would I be wrong to assume you own a Yamaha as1200? Possibly a Yamaha fanboy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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