Receptores A/V SLIM. Panorama actual (nov 2103)

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If you've been frustrated by bulky receivers with too many features that you never use, these models are a breath of fresh air, with their compact design and uncluttered back panel.

These models are also perfect for people looking for a bedroom receiver or smaller home theater setup. Fact is, not all of us have big living rooms that require powerful receivers or hefty speakers.

Here is a list of current Slim Line AV receivers and their release dates. Some are already available locally.

2013 Models

Cambridge Audio azur 351R (February 2013)
Marantz NR1604 (April 2013)
Marantz NR1504 (April 2013)
Pioneer VSX-S510 (November 2013)
Pioneer VSX-S310 (November 2013)
Sherbourn SR-8100 (September 2013)
Yamaha RX-S600 (September 2013)

Previous Models

Marantz NR1603 (February 2012)
Marantz NR1403 (February 2012)
Marantz NR1602 (August 2011)
Marantz NR1402 (August 2011)
Marantz NR1601 (February 2010)
Marantz NR1501 (February 2010)
Pioneer VSX-S500 (November 2011)
Pioneer VSX-S300 (November 2011)

Reference photos and brief description of 2013 models:

Cambridge Audio azur 351R

The 351R amp delivers superb-quality surround sound, plus stunning audiophile stereo for brilliant music reproduction, at amazing value. We call it "Sound First" design: we prioritise audio quality, and cut cost and clutter, to deliver the best-sounding AV receiver you'll ever hear at this price. For example, most living room setups are 5.1 (five speakers plus a subwoofer bass speaker). So instead of giving you a 7.1 receiver with two channels you'll never use, our engineers have spent the development budget putting better quality components in the bits you will use. They've also taken technologies from our pricier Azur 551R and included them in the 351R, including premium toroidal transformers for stunning bass response and pure sound and an all-metal chassis to minimise distortion. And the 351R packs plenty of power, putting out 50 watts per channel (at 8 ohms) for room-filling surround sound, and 80 watts per channel (at 6 ohms) for a superb audiophile stereo performance from even the most demanding speakers. And a clever automatic setup mode adjusts the speakers perfectly, whatever the size and shape of your room.



Marantz NR1604

The Marantz NR1604 is a versatile 7-channel home theater receiver with network capabilities in a slim-line body that delivers spacious, realistic surround sound from a wide variety of sources. This receiver features support for next-generation TV displays capable of displaying 4K Ultra HD video. Along with 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through the NR1604 also features video upscaling technology to 4K Ultra HD. The network functions of the NR1604 let you enjoy the music library of your iPhone®, iPod touch® and iPad® using AirPlay®, and a wide variety of content such as music streaming from Pandora, Spotify, and SiriusXM. With the network functions you can also use your Android or iOS device to operate the NR1604 via the available Marantz Remote App. In addition, with the Multi Zone functionality you can even output music from the main room to a different room such as a kitchen or bedroom via an additional pair of speakers.



Marantz NR1504

The Marantz NR1504 is a powerful 5-channel home theater receiver featuring high quality sound from a slim-line body and the addition of network capabilities that let you enjoy free internet radio as well as online streaming services such as Pandora, Spotify and SiriusXM. This receiver also supports AirPlay®, which lets you play a wide range of content from the music library in your iPhone®, iPod touch® and iPad®. With the Marantz Remote App you can easily operate the NR1504 from an Android or iOS device. The Setup Assistant displayed on your TV guides you through the quick and easy process of setting up your home theater. Once that’s done, you’re all set to enjoy all kinds of home theater entertainment along with an outstanding surround sound experience.



Pioneer VSX-S510-K

6.2-channel AV Receiver with 6 HDMI inputs/1 output, 4K Ultra HD Pass Through, front USB terminal, MHL connector for Android devices, Class D amplification. AirPlay, DLNA Certified (1.5) and compatible with Windows 8. vTuner internet radio and Spotify Connect. Support for 192 kHz/24 bit WAV, FLAC, AIFF and 96 kHz/24 bit Apple Lossless audio files via USB and network. Gapless playback for AIFF, Apple Lossless, WAV and FLAC files. 110 W (4 Ω driven) output power per channel. Energysaving ECO mode. Controllable via Pioneer ControlApp.



Pioneer VSX-S310-S

5.2-channel AV Receiver with 4 HDMI inputs/1 output, 4K Ultra HD Pass Through, front USB terminal and Class D amplification, 110 W (4 Ω driven) output power per channel. Energy-saving ECO mode.



Sherbourn SR-8100

In a single compact AV receiver, we’ve packed all the features you need for a great home theater experience. Excellent audio and video with fast HDMI switching, easy Sherbourn automatic room correction, and plenty of power—7 x 80 watts per channel (8 ohms), all channels driven, with discrete audiophile components and a toroidal power supply. And, of course, a 5-year warranty—up to 5x longer than the competition.



Yamaha RX-S600

Slim and compact 5.1-channel network AV receiver, with high-quality audio and convenient functions including AirPlay®, AV Controller App and MHL® support. Other notable features for Yamaha’s skinny new wunderkind include the company’s proprietary YPAO speaker calibration system, multiple DTS and Dolby digital surround formats, an AV control app for Android, iOS and Kindle Fire, 4K UHD and 3D passthrough, and Burr-Brown DACs that support up to 192Khz/24 bit HD audio files.





Reference photos and brief description of previous models:

Marantz NR1403

Enjoy optimum audio and video quality through your home theater system with the NR1403 Slim Line AV Receiver from Marantz. Equipped with six HDMI inputs, including one on the front, this 5.1-channel receiver allows you to play sound and video from a variety of devices, including set-top boxes, Blu-ray players, DVD players, camcorders, and even tablet computers. Audyssey MultEQ technology optimizes the acoustics, while 3D pass-through support makes it great for playing Blu-ray 3D discs. Part of Marantz's Slim Line series, the NR1403 features a sleek design and a small footprint, making it well suited for audiophiles with space constraints.



Pioneer VSX-S500-K

Just 85 mm high and 317 mm deep, Pioneer Slim Receivers are designed to fit in any popular TV or home cinema rack. And with the "Sound Wing" mode, they are the ideal companion for Sound Wing speakers for 360° surround with just 1 or 2 speakers. Plug in your iPod or iPhone, and it becomes one with the receiver. Or insert a USB device to play PC files. And when you connect to your internet via LAN, you can enjoy internet radio and automatic firmware updates. The slim VSX-S500 brings you the HD home cinema, with the option to intelligently adjust the sound according to the position of your speakers using MCACC. This way, you'll always be in the sweet spot for perfect audio when watching a film or gaming. An AM/FM tuner is built-in. It has 6 HD inputs including 4 x HDMI.



Pioneer VSX-S300-K

Just 280 mm high and 317 mm deep, Pioneer Slim Receivers are designed to fit in any popular TV or home cinema rack. And with the “Sound Wing” mode, they are the ideal companion for Sound Wing speakers for 360° surround with just 1 or 2 speakers. The slim VSX-S300 brings you the basics of HD home cinema, with the option to intelligently adjust the sound according to the position of your speakers using MCACC. This way, you'll always be sitting in the sweet spot for perfect audio when watching a film or gaming. An AM/FM tuner is built-in. Eco Mode is a special power-saving feature that reduces up to 60% of power usage through de-activating unused functions. It has 6 HD inputs including 4 x HDMI.