Marantz PM6007 VS Rotel A8: which budget stereo amp is best for you?

The mighty Marantz faces off against the Rotel newcomer

If you’re looking for an entry-level stereo amplifier as your first step into a decent hi-fi system, these two five-star models from Marantz and Rotel won’t have escaped your attention. Marantz has an enviable record in dominating the budget stereo amplifier market for over a decade with its PM6000 range, of which the 6007 is its latest refinement of a winning formula. Rotel’s A8 is brand new, but also the current What Hi-Fi? Award-winner in this price bracket. Both amplifiers have different philosophies and priorities in what they offer to a listener, and in this head-tohead, we take a deeper dive to explore the features, connections, build quality and overall sound quality between these two fine products. We compare the two integrated amps side by side and weigh the pros…

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What Hi-Fi? (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2025

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