Marantz M-CR612 - Network CD Player

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.

Marantz M-CR612 Downloads:

Marantz M-CR612 Info Sheet
Marantz M-CR612 User Guide