Marantz - Network-Ready CD Audio Receiver - Black

This amp is off the charts on functionality and cool factor. The associated app is easy to use and there are many input sources to choose from. it would get a 5+ if just based on that. It would be a clear 5+ star rating if it just had more power. Don't get me wrong, for a normal day of chilling on the patio or in the pool it is just fine. But, when you want to crank it up for full-on party mode it just can't hang. it clips out at not-that-loud levels and takes a while to come back on. Even at lower volumes it can't drive the bass that i would like. It is not the speakers, they work and sound great on more powerful amps. Okay overall but it really needs more power.

Bought this to replace an older M-CR603. The 611 is quicker to boot up, quicker to connect (for almost instant-on Internet radio) and has a few extra features like Bluetooth. It retains bi-amp and AirPlay capability. However, like its predecessor, the networking can be intermittent at times, both in being found/connected by your network and by other devices on your network. It seems to disconnect and reconnect for no reason. Yes I downloaded the most recent firmware. Other than that, it's great.

Great unit- basic and simple to use with a poweful and sound

Wifi compatibility is super convenient. Great aesthetics. Easy to set up.