Don’t be fooled by the MODEL M1’s diminutive size and minimalist design. Thanks to its 2x100W digital Class D power stage and wide-ranging feature set, Marantz’s amplifier effortlessly drives loudspeakers in the living room to take care of both music and TV audio needs. Integration of the HEOS streaming platform and control app, plus AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth connectivity, make music playback easy, while HDMI eARC, Dolby Digital decoding and subwoofer support cater to movie night via a 2.1 system. And although the MODEL M1 fits many roles – the compact form factor also suits CI set-ups – this amplifier’s superb sonic performance stays true to Marantz’s heritage.
