Marantz M-CR612 - Network CD Player
Why You'll Love It.
Dylan CraneBRAND MANAGER
The Marantz M-CR612 is a compact network CD receiver that combines rich Marantz sound with modern streaming via HEOS Built-in, AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth. Enjoy CDs, AM/FM radio, and hi-res audio playback—including DSD and 192kHz/24-bit files—through a powerful 60W x 2 amplifier. Dual-band Wi-Fi, multiroom control, and broad service support make it an easy centerpiece for a flexible home audio system. With dual optical inputs, it also doubles as a simple way to upgrade TV sound through real stereo speakers.
Technical Specifications
Compact network CD receiver with HEOS Built-in multiroom streaming
Stream music across supported services, group rooms, and control playback from the HEOS app while keeping your system footprint small and clean.
60W x 2 amplification with flexible Speaker A/B support
Built-in amplification powers your stereo speakers directly, with configuration options that support Speaker A/B setups and system flexibility for different rooms or listening preferences.
AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, Ethernet, and dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity
Choose the connection style that fits your home—wireless convenience, rock-solid Ethernet, and dual-band Wi-Fi for improved stability in busy networks.
Hi-res audio support (192kHz/24-bit) and DSD playback with gapless support
Enjoy your library at higher fidelity, including DSD and high-resolution files, with gapless playback on supported formats for uninterrupted album listening.
CD, CD-R/RW playback plus AM/FM tuner
Keep your physical media and radio listening alive with an integrated disc player and tuner for simple, button-and-remote ease.
Two optical inputs for easy TV and digital source connection
Enjoy your library at higher fidelity, including DSD and high-resolution files, with gapless playback on supported formats for uninterrupted album listening.
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Product Details
Marantz M-CR612 Network CD Player
The Marantz M-CR612 is a compact, premium network CD receiver built for big, room-filling sound in smaller spaces. With HEOS Built-in, it brings modern streaming to your system—so you can play music over Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, or Bluetooth, sync audio across multiple rooms, and search across popular music services in one app. The integrated CD player and AM/FM tuner make it a true all-in-one hub, while Marantz tuning and thoughtful connectivity (including dual optical inputs for TV) make everyday listening feel instantly upgraded. Whether you’re building a simplified hi-fi setup or replacing a pile of separate components, the M-CR612 delivers the versatility of a multi-source streamer with the refinement Marantz is known for. The Marantz M-CR612 is part of ListenUp's Marantz CD Players Collection.
What It's Good At:
- All-in-one music hub: CD player, AM/FM radio, streaming, and TV-friendly digital inputs in one compact chassis
- Whole-home audio made easy: HEOS multiroom control and music search across supported services in the HEOS app
- TV sound upgrade without a soundbar: Dual optical inputs with clean, powerful stereo output to your speakers
- Hi-res audio enjoyment: Supports high-resolution files and formats, including DSD and 192kHz/24-bit playback
- Flexible speaker setups: Run Speaker A/B, bi-amp compatible, and multiple output modes for system matching
- Convenient control: App control plus compatibility with voice assistants (voice agent dependent) and IR learning for TV remotes
Marantz M-CR612 Full Specifications:
- Power output (6 ohm, 1kHz): 60W x 2ch
- Alternate output mode: 4 x 30W for Speaker A/B (with individual volume setting)
- Number of channels: 2
- Bi-Amping / Speaker A+B / Parallel BTL: Yes / Yes / Yes
- Frequency response: 10Hz – 40kHz
- Signal to Noise Ratio (audio): 90dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion (audio): 0.1
- CD compatibility: CD / CD-R/RW / WMA / MP3 — Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes
- Tuner: AM / FM — Yes / Yes
- FM frequency range: 87.5 – 108MHz
- FM Signal to Noise Ratio (Mono/Stereo): 70/70dB
- FM Total Harmonic Distortion (Mono/Stereo): 0.4/0.4%
- HEOS multiroom & streaming: Yes
- Online services (HEOS): Spotify Connect, Amazon Prime, Deezer Premium+, iHeart Radio, Pandora, SiriusXM, Sound Cloud, Tidal
- Streaming audio from computer: Yes
- AirPlay 2: Yes
- Internet radio: TuneIn
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Ethernet / Wi-Fi 2.4GHz (11b/g/n) / Wi-Fi 5GHz (11a/n): Yes / Yes / Yes
- Wi-Fi setup: WPS / Wi-Fi Sharing — Yes / Yes
- Voice control (Amazon Alexa): Yes
- Voice control (Google Assistant / Apple Siri): Yes / Yes
- Voice control microphone built-in: No
- Lossy formats: MP3 / WMA / AAC — Yes / Yes / Yes
- Lossless formats: FLAC / ALAC / WAV / AIFF / DSD — Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes
- DSD audio: 2.8 / 5.6MHz
- FLAC / WAV / ALAC: Up to 192kHz / 24-bit
- Gapless playback (FLAC / WAV / DSD): Yes / Yes / Yes
- Remote app (iDevice / Android): HEOS App
- Tone control: Bass / Treble / Balance — Yes / Yes / Yes
- Display: Low-noise OLED display (3 line)
- Front illumination: Blue, White, Green, Orange
- Alarm: Once / Daily / Programmable / Timer — Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes
- IR learning for TV remote: Yes
- Analog in / out: 1 / 1
- Digital optical in: 2
- USB input: Type A — 1 (rear)
- Subwoofer pre-out: 1
- Headphone out: Yes
- Speaker A / B: Yes
- Speaker binding post: Screw type
- Available color: Black
- Menu languages: EN / FR / ES
- Remote control: RC014CR
- Power consumption: 55W
- Standby consumption: 0.3W
- Maximum dimensions (W x D x H): 11.02 x 11.93 x 4.37 in
- Weight: 7.28 lb
- UPC: 699927711658
- Warranty: 3 Year Warranty
Marantz M-CR612 Q&A:
- What is the Marantz M-CR612, exactly?
- It’s a compact network CD receiver that combines streaming (HEOS, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth), a CD player, and an AM/FM tuner with built-in amplification for a complete stereo system.
- Can I stream music over Wi-Fi without using Bluetooth?
- Yes. You can stream over Wi-Fi using HEOS or AirPlay 2, which is ideal for stable playback and multiroom use.
- Does it support hi-resolution audio files?
- Yes. It supports high-resolution playback up to 192kHz/24-bit for FLAC/WAV/ALAC and DSD at 2.8/5.6MHz, including gapless playback for supported formats.
- Can I connect my TV to the M-CR612?
- Yes. It includes two digital optical inputs, making it easy to route TV audio through your stereo speakers for clearer dialogue and fuller sound.
- Can I use two sets of speakers (Speaker A/B)?
- Yes. It supports Speaker A/B operation and offers flexible output modes, including an option for 4 x 30W to accommodate different speaker configurations.
- What streaming services work with HEOS?
- HEOS supports services such as Spotify Connect, Amazon Prime Music, Deezer Premium+, iHeartRadio, Pandora, SiriusXM, SoundCloud, and TIDAL (service availability may vary by region).
- Can I control it with voice assistants?
- Yes. It’s compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri—note that it does not have a built-in microphone, so you’ll typically use an external voice device/agent.
- What physical inputs does it have for other devices?
- It includes 1 analog input and 1 analog output, 2 optical digital inputs, a rear USB-A input, a subwoofer pre-out, and a headphone output.
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Marantz M-CR612 - Network CD Player Specifications
Audio
- Number of stereo pairs: 2
- Phono input: No
Connectivity
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Apple air play: Yes
- Internet music streaming: Yes
Inputs & Outputs
- Number of hdmi inputs: 0
