Denon PMA-600NE Integrated Amplifier Review (Thank you to all subscribers, comments, and viewers).

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Reviewed Today: Denon PMA600NE Integrated Stereo Amp (the link below is for your convenience and NOT an affiliate link, i just like Crutchfield because they have good service, buy it from whoever you prefer)
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The Speakers I Used:
Buchardt S400, Silverline Minuet Supreme Plus, Polk T15, Revel Concerta2 M16, Micca MB42X, Emotiva Airmotiv B1+, Dayton B652 Air.
Subwoofer used SVS SB-2000 Pro (review coming soon)
My source is a network streamer Bluesound Node 2i:
(all music is hi-res streamed from TIdal)
Speaker cables MazeAudio Eden, RCA cables analysis plus oval one.

[@qqsrx]

Best review on the Denon PMA-600NE. I have it. Exactly as what you described.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you dude!

[@ZeNeonKnight]

What an amazing, informative review. Thanks!

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you sir!

[@spacemantread_head3325]

I bought one of these, and am happy with it. I hooked up an Aiyima A3 Tube pre-amp into my amp, and that warmed up the sound a whole lot. I’m using some French mil-spec 5654 tubes made by Amperex. Anyway, I agree with you fully about the tone controls needing to be on the massive remote. Good review.

[@beverlygiammarrusco3760]

CAn you please tell me how you made the connection for your phono pre amp? thamls

[@adimax24]

Liked your approach to the review - healthy mix of facts/specs and the sound quality along with pros and cons. Keep up the good job. I personally did subscribe to your channel

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you Aditya! I appreciate the support.

[@goombatommy]

Great review! Being very familiar with the "Denon" sound, and because it was in my budget, I went ahead and bought this. I'll be pairing it with the Triangle Borea BR03 bookshelf speakers. Can't wait!

[@NemoPropaganda]

Sounds like a good match :)

[@HS-lb8kv]

This is how reviews should be!

[@nonametofame]

Keep up the great work, slick!

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you King, greatly appreciate it.

[@1k1ngst0n]

good review, thank you!

[@s197mustangfan]

What a great, detailed review!

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you mustang!

[@vmalssailo4050]

Just had my ears on this...m glad i do

[@alexlanning712]

like the spontaneity (with of course, prompting notes)

[@Relayer56]

Very nice review. I'll look for the two comparison reviews you mention as those are the amps I'm considering also.

[@NemoPropaganda]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6jVoIdsqdhle8U here you go :)

[@iulianoprea8017]

I got the amp and your review is spot on. Best cheap source is either CD or phone streaming via amp BT. Tested initially on QAcoustics 3050i floor speakers, no problem. Still looking for the (b) right bookshelf-ers.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hey thanks for the feedback!

[@brettcase4129]

Try the Sony SSCS5 bookshelves, they sound fantastic

[@RKWWWW]

I just ordered this amp. When it arrives I'll pair it with both my Infinity Infinitesimals and my ADS L400s in a smallish room. We'll see. BTW good job on the review!

[@NemoPropaganda]

nice dude it should be solid!

[@errorsofmodernism9715]

very inforrmative review

[@ericperry72]

I love your presentation so much so that I just subscribed to your channel. I also agree with the trio comparison format.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you Eric, I'll try and do more of them, the next one will be 3 sets of sub $100 speakers compared.

[@sumansaurabh5892]

Thank you.

[@bar10ml44]

Very impressed that you take time to reply. I know it isn’t always possible but when you can it’s nice. I’m going for a demo of this paired with matching CD and Dali specktor 2 speakers as a bundle from a UK hi fi store. The price is very appealing. I’m also leaning towards a Denon Ceol system which I know is a different product but it will depend on sound and advice from the store. I can tell you it’s a nightmare researching.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you sir. I do my best. The Denon is good but if you have another $100 in your budget the IotaVX SA-3 is a bit of an upgrade and more neutral but tge Denon has that warmth a lot of people like.

[@bar10ml44]

Nemo Propaganda Reviews Excellent many thanks from grey London winter is almost here

[@NemoPropaganda]

Fun fact, i’m originally from London :)

[@Edcarpenter67]

I bought the Denon a few months ago and love it. I like it so much I sold my much more expensive Rega Brio. I think the Denon is at least as good, maybe even better, and has the features I wanted. I’m not going to worry about the Iota being more open because the Denon is plenty open in my system.

[@NemoPropaganda]

i totally understand, that's where personal taste comes in, I've ended up like a cheaper component a few times now...

[@piotrkonieczynski]

And is 100 times more reliable than UK exotic garbage.

[@wpwentzell]

Do you notice some hiss at about a foot or closer with volume at 30% or higher?

[@Edcarpenter67]

@@wpwentzell No, but when it’s first turned on I get a little static when the volume is raised or lowered. This only lasts for a couple seconds.

[@rahult13]

@@wpwentzell this comes late but I get no hiss at all.

[@russellnewton6660]

I replaced my £150 Cambridge audio which has a separate power cable and I must admit, I was slightly disappointed with the power cable on this, over double the price, having said that, it sounds nice matched with my B&W bookshelf speakers.

[@bidyutde56]

Great amp....nice description.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you :)

[@rahult13]

Came across this review after getting mine a month ago. I’m not particularly experienced with HiFi but I gotta say I’m loving this with my new Q Acoustic 3050i floor standers. Feels nice and BIG with 80s hair rock and metal and great with house music too. Lovely deep clean bass with clear mid and highs. I really enjoy listening to music at low volumes too, with this. Totally agree with the remote observations. Baffling why one wouldn’t add bass and treble control on it. Not sure I agree with the perception of premium build quality. Personally I think it would look great in complete silver but, as far as black goes, I feel it looks quite heavy duty, albeit somewhat bulky industrial. Really enjoying it and will be hooking it up to a Denon turntable in a bit.

[@bearded_wolverine3503]

I'm pairing this amp with my klispch rp600m II and r120sw sub. This amp seems to be designed for music listening and thets exactly why i chose this amp

[@yourtubisfilled7164]

Great review. I love your focus on information compared to many of your more opinion heavy colleagues. Much more helpful like you do it. Thank you. Looking for an integrated amp myself but my current speakers are the B&W 602 S3's and I expect it to be a bad match too. I guess they will become really condensed in the mids and lows as they are already pretty flat and warm.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you for the kind words! Perhaps the IotaVS SA3 will be more of what you're looking for? It's the total opposite of this amp, more open and airy up top, more controlled bass, and a midrange that is well defined at this price range. If you want something even cooler sounding that the IotaVX the Emotiva TA100 is similar to the IotaVX but a little less air up top and it's midrange is a touch on the cooler side.

[@yourtubisfilled7164]

@@NemoPropaganda Thanks for your helpful reply! Much appreciated. I'll dive into that.

[@cameronkrause4712]

good presentation. about the power rating- it sure would be nice if all manufacturers were held to the same measuring standard.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Indeed that would be very nice.

[@markh.1487]

It's interesting that you described the sound as 'muscular', that's exactly what I thought upon getting this the other day. What a fuller, more muscular sound this has, I thought. Of course, the previous amp was a chi-fi class D unit, but still. It does have a nice warm sound and I think pairs up with my elacs nicely. I have actually turned the bass down a smidge when listening to a couple of recordings, otherwise keep it flat. Would be nice if the volume knob had a little led on it. It's $500 in 2022, not $400, btw.

[@NemoPropaganda]

yeah, this vid is from Sept 2020, no way to edit the video once it's uploaded bro :p. Glad you're enjoying it though, yeah a little volume marker would help a bit.

[@OgDj2024]

Good review. But, would have been nice to get some actual shots and footage of the unit up close and around the back to see the inputs and outputs

[@P0_01A]

I trade in my Marantz PM5005 for Denon PMA 600NE. I have been using Marantz for 4 years. The main reason i change to Denon because i want the Bluetooth function. Both are great amp. Marantz 5005 more musical and soft but Denon have more power in bass. About the bluetooth, when i hook up to Mac Mini and play youtube and Spotify, it have a glitch sound sometime. Just my 2 cents.

[@ABILASHBE]

You just made my decision easy ! All the way to marantz because of the musical quality.

[@zombielandiii2711]

Hello Nemo. I want to share a couple of things with you. 1- thanks for the Heco Aurora recommendation. I got the 200 and i like it with my Audiolab 6000a. 2- I thought over several months that my Q Acoustics Concept 300 where woofer blowed up. Treated my room and they got fixed magically 😅 3- (and this pointis because the Denon) I have the new Denon AVR 3800 and the Audiolab. Tried everything with the q Acoustics and Audiolab and i simply don't like the sound. The other day i connected them to the Denon... Its the first time I knew what was all about with the rave reviews with the Q Acoustics. 😅 I am crazy? I liked so much than i listened to music for hours that day. (Setting the AVR to "pure") my wife upstairs yelled at me that the sound was great. So im thinking about buying some Denon (a little up the tier)what do you think? I really love your reviews and style. Its important to me to trust your reviews as i live in Mexico city and the shipping costs and taxes can get very expensive. So thank you for the auroras review 😊

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Zombie! I don't have any experience with Denon besides this amp.

[@joseavalos778]

Great review really enjoyed it 👍🏻👍🏻, but was wondering what do you recommend in order to get that more “open sound” you were taking about?

[@NemoPropaganda]

The speakers are generally open sounding but the rest will be the room and associated equipment. As long as the amp is not overly warm you should be in good hands. What amp do you plan on using with these?

[@andycorbett207]

Hi, thanks for reviewing this. I have an Audio Technical LP3 turntable, and QAcoustics 3020 speakers. Thoughts on pairing with this? I have heard this amp is particularly suited to phono especially with the ‘analogue only’ mode.

[@NemoPropaganda]

unfortunately I don't play vinyl so I couldn't really say, I'm sorry Andy.

[@russellnewton6660]

The PMA800 doesn’t have a subwoofer output, nor does it have Bluetooth. Good review, thank you.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you :)

[@nimjasani6582]

Thanks, great video. When you say the tone controls are not operated via remote control, does that include the bass and treble?

[@NemoPropaganda]

Yes exactly.

[@geraldoram2453]

The reason the remote is large is that it operates the matching cd player as well.

[@ajpguerra1992]

Hi. What your opinion about paring with the Dali Spektor 2? Would I have any problem? Loved the review, very informative!

[@NemoPropaganda]

The amp will have no problem driving those speakers, though i am not sure about the synergy in pairing the two as i have not heard those speakers :)

[@TheBrutusfox]

Lol I wish I had watched this video before I ordered one... I have a set of cerwin vega vs 100 speakers to drive with this thing.. hopefully they pair nice

[@JNoiseful]

What are your impressions after pairing Denon with your Cerwin Vega? Do they need something powerful?

[@TheBrutusfox]

@@JNoiseful hey... the cerwin vegas paired well with the amp.. I've found so far that I have no need to push the amp past 60% currently I have paradigm studio 60 v3 paired with it.. I like this amp so far .

[@barlow2976]

Late comment: I have just bought a 12 month old example and thought it was the old model, as in the new photos the fascia did indeed look curved- I even checked out other images. I'm glad mine is flat! I'm coming from the very,very bottom, I was streaming using my p.c speakers at Christmas, but invested in a nineties amp and cd player, plus some Mordaunt M20- all for under £200. I was blown away by the sound (don't laugh now). I then paid £100 for a Chord Mojo, and that was a huge difference. I've bought some Triangle BR03 that were demo, but with a dinked bottom corner, so my new system has set me back less than £500. Can't wait to plug it all in, and now I need to know if my Amazon Basics speaker cables are up to the job- will I appreciate bettter cables with this set up do you think? How much to spend? So far I've bought good quality coax, optical and RCA leads knowing I would upgrade, but speaker cables were costing more than my system!

[@NemoPropaganda]

the pma600 ne is not hyper detailed so I think spending money on cables could be a waste, all you really need is good quality cables and that can be very inexpensive like the Maze Eden speaker cables sold on ebay for $89 but I also think the amazon basics one is good enough.

[@leomansueto5878]

Congrats for your great reviews: so accurate! I'm purchaising this Denon (the alternatives could be the Cambridge AXA35 or AXR100...) and I would appreciate your suggestion about the best speakers to paired it with among Elac dbr62, B&W 607 S2 and Monitor Audio Bronze 100. Many thanks 😊

[@NemoPropaganda]

mmm, it's pretty hard to advise since I'm not sure what kind of sound you're going for but If I were you I'd go for an Emotiva TA1 paired with Heco Aurora 300 speakers, those are my two favorite budget options right now and they have good synergy together. A lot of people like this Denon amp but it was not for me personally, I also feel the B&W 607 S2 is too bright, the MA Bronze lacks refinement in the treble, and the DBR62 is overpriced in todays market. Essentially I dislike all of your options. I don't mean to be harsh, I figured you'd prefer my candid & honest feedback.

[@leomansueto5878]

@@NemoPropaganda thank a lot for your "candid & honest" feedback. Denon and Cambridge amps (together with Rotel) are the options offered by my local store at good prices, that's also why I was considering them. Emotiva (BasX TA1?) + Heco Aurora 300 sounds as a nice combination: I'll try to find a store and give them a chance. I don't listen to jazz and classical but mainly pop and rock, some acoustic/folky stuff and a bit of electronic/funk/reggae/dub records. I use mainly CDS, a bit of streaming and vinyls played with a pro-ject T1

[@andrewt5389]

Great review thanks, which do you think I should get, the Denon or Yamaha as301?

[@NemoPropaganda]

I've never heard that yamaha but I didn't like the Denon so I'd get the Yamaha.

[@richardtetek52]

A really nice review, thanks a lot for that! I can't decide between Denon PMA600NE, Onkyo A-9150 and Cambridge Audio CXA60. Have you heard Onkyo or CA? Also, I'd heard about pairing Denon with KEF LS50. It seems a bit expensive for such an amp. Or would it be worth it? Any opinion about it? Or how about pairing it with Klipsch RP600M or RP500M? A lot of questions : ) Thanks for any answers. Cheers from the Czech Republic : )

[@NemoPropaganda]

Did you see my review comparing this amp to the iotaVX and Emotiva? I think most people will be more happy with one of those unless you really like the warm sound only. All the pairings you mention are good pairings for the Denon but my problem with the Denon is it's just not as open sounding as the Emotiva and IotaVX and for me that's a big deal. Personally i would rather get the IotaVX and pair it with whatever speaker fit my budget :)

[@hclandscapes]

@@NemoPropaganda Check out the audiolab 6000A, im using it with kef ls50 and the sound coming out of the kef's is incredible, great detail without being harsh and loads of bass. I have being using this amp all day and its barely even got warm. Highly recommend 👌 Would love to listen to the new kef ls50 meta's!

[@pede8000]

Very nice, thanks! How do you think it will pair with the Key LS50 Meta?

[@NemoPropaganda]

I'm not sure as I have not heard the LS50 Meta but another commentator said his LS50 liked a lot of power.

[@kyleeasley92]

Hey, good sir. Just found your page through this review and I love it! How do you think this amp would pair with the Klipsch rp600m?

[@NemoPropaganda]

It should be okay, but I have not heard the 600m so I'm not really sure.

[@xtraspecial4677]

@@NemoPropaganda will this amp pair with q acoustics 3050

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@xtraspecial4677 Sorry I have not heard q acousics speakers :(

[@timothyclark5649]

How would this work with 6ohm speakers? Loved the review although I don’t profess to understand all the jargon.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hey Tim, it’ll work just fine with a 6ohm speaker :). Sorry for the Jargon, i try to keep it simple.

[@RobertPhillips-guitar]

How would this pair with a pair of Elac Debut 2.0 B 6.2 speakers and a Polk PSW 10 subwoofer? I listen to a lot of classical music - everything from solo classical guitar to Mahler symphonies.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Robert, i would advise against that pairing. The Elac have a nice open sound to them and the Denon will close that up a bit. I would go with something a little more robust and upgradeable like the IotaVX SA-3. The elacs like power and while the iotaVX doesn't have a whole lot more power than the Denon it is upgradeable since it has pre-outs and it's power output feels stronger and more linear when you dig into that volume knob it won't let you down where as the denon starts to lose its composure a bit.

[@justineasdown196]

Hi,this model with dali spektor 2 speakers ? Great review 👍

[@NemoPropaganda]

Unfortunately Dali speakers are not popular in my area so i have not heard them. If the top end is lively or bright and you would prefer it be not as bright then yes. But i think for $400 the Emotiva TA-100 is a better option, the Emotiva sound is not as warm but has better detail which i like.

[@RockCity1111]

Hi Nemo. I just subscribed and I have a question for u. I'm looking at this amp and the iota vx and the 2020 Yamaha rx-v6a. All around the same price. Just wondering what your thoughts are between those 3. Thank u.

[@NemoPropaganda]

I compared the Denon to the IotaVX in another video along with a third amplifier, check that our if you havn't seen it already, that should be very helpful. Regarding the Yamaha RXV6A, I havn't heard that unit as it's very new so I don't know anything about that one. Thank you for the sub :)

[@gianniche]

Hey! You mentioned Polk S15, but do you know if Polk T15 is a good match? Thanks!

[@NemoPropaganda]

I reviewed Polk T15 in a separate video, it's more for theater use but you can watch my video and maybe you will like the speaker.

[@timothyclark5999]

You did not mention about the bluetooth facility. Can you listen with wireless headphones? Other than that it was a great review. Thanks.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Yes!

[@russelhaxby6194]

I'm watching for your comparison. I read somewhere, and I don't remember where, that the 4ohm, 1kHz, THD: 0.7% rating is to satisfy some European agreement or regulation.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Thank you, it's probably still a few weeks away as i still have to post the Polk T15 video, then the video comparing the speakers, then after those two i will post the amplifier comparison so like 3 weeks from now.

[@NemoPropaganda]

I posted the comparison :)

[@crysobi4878]

Do you think this amplifier will pair well with Klipsch R-51M passive speakers? I’m new to the audiophile world and just bought this amplifier (after doing some research and seeing a limited number of positive YT reviews) before seeing your review.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Crys welcome to the hobby my brother. You're a lucky man because that is indeed a good match for the speakers you have! Let me know if you have any questions and i hope you are enjoying the sound so far :)

[@timothyclark5649]

Did not work with my new Soundcore life q20 Bluetooth headphones. I have now ordered a Bluetooth transmitter to see if that will work. Contacted Denon who would not guarantee that it would work. All this asides the amp is excellent. Don’t assume like me if you have a Bluetooth amp and Bluetooth headphones that they will pair together. Here’s hoping.

[@NemoPropaganda]

I'm surprised they didn't realize that 100% will not work, the bluetooth in the Denon is for receiving bluetooth signals and not for transmitting. Most amps only receive and don't send. If your amp is near a TV connect it to the TV and use the bluetooth from TV to headphones, that'll work as bluetooth on a TV can send and receive where as amps usually only receive.

[@Rickett486]

Would these work nicely with KEF LS50? Looking for a warm sound for vinyl djing setup. Always used monitors in the past but am now discovering this beautiful hi-fi world :)

[@NemoPropaganda]

I've actually never heard the LS50 but my understanding is they are fairly bright, I'm not sure this will tone them down enough to be considered a warm sound but it may warm them up enough for you to enjoy the sound, this is one of those situations where i think you should try it and see what happens :). Buy from a major retailer and don't be scared to return it if it's not a good fit.

[@brandonbrodbeck6688]

They would be decent with the denon but you need alot of power for the ls50 to actually get everything out of them. I had a denon that put out 70w for 2 channels and it sounded good got very loud but when I got an amp that put out 200w for channels things got interesting you could just hear and tell and see the driver react differently. It just sound even at 50% power like u could hear everything I also had two 500w subs connected which helped also so...

[@EgilWolf]

Hello! I have Quadral Phonologue Pico speakers and I need a new amp for them. Do you think it woluld be a good pair? Thanks!

[@NemoPropaganda]

I'm sorry I've never heard those speakers :)

[@ricog8209]

You know if they use remote adjustable tone controls they may have to put a display on the unit white may add more cost.

[@NemoPropaganda]

back when I made this video there were smaller companies making amps for the same price with remote tone controls and screens that sounded better (emotiva TA-100) so i feel like it was a fair complaint at the time.

[@ricog8209]

@@NemoPropaganda ok but when you get a display you lose the motorized volume control which I prefer over that finicky wheel controller.

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@ricog8209 the two can easily be independent of each other. They can keep the motorized volume wheel or adapt a microprocessor controlled volume knob that is still remote adjustable. Don't underestimate the ability of such a large brand, they can do anything if they want to. Though I will admit in todays market this piece is now a value at $449, the new Emotiva TA1 which is better is no longer equally priced and costs $549.

[@ricog8209]

@@NemoPropaganda In my country they'll probably cost about $2000. Most companies only use motorized volume control on the integrated amps now. Receivers get the wheel.

[@pmpgonzalez]

Thanks for the review. Do you think that this would work well with the B&W 607 S2 Anniversary Edition? Thanks!

[@NemoPropaganda]

It should, the 607s2 are bright (per other reviewers) and this amp should soften that a bit.

[@pmpgonzalez]

@@NemoPropaganda thanks for the quick feedback. Can I bother you with one more question? I’m considering to pair the 607’s with the Denon PMA 600NE or the Iotavx SA3. Which one would you recommend?

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@pmpgonzalez hey Pedro, I actually compared the 2 in this video, lmk if you still have questions after watching this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6jVoIdsqdhle8U

[@pmpgonzalez]

@@NemoPropaganda I’ve seen it and apparently the Iotavx should be the choice. I’d love to hear them jamming’ with my 607’s before making a choice, though. Tough cookie to find a place to do that…

[@pmpgonzalez]

@@NemoPropaganda thanks, man. Really appreciate your videos.

[@Gimliownz]

Ordered this and waiting for it to arrive (boy, it's popular). Do you think this amp has enough power to drive Dali Oberon 5s?

[@NemoPropaganda]

Mmmm i only used it with bookshelves and the bass was a bit slow. It really depends on how loud you play and how big your room is. If $400 is your maximum budget it’s good but if you have more budget the IotaVX will give you more control and an upgrade path since it has pre-outs and this does not.

[@carlosflup]

I wonder how this would pair with fyne audio f302 speakers..

[@NemoPropaganda]

No idea sorry 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@shuklasrajan]

Hi mate, any opinion on how these will pair with an old pair of monitor audio rs6 speakers?

[@NemoPropaganda]

No idea as I've never heard them, it's a decent amp for the money though and most owners seem to be pretty happy with it :).

[@lakeyosemitesailing982]

How would this amp pair with the Klipsch reference 600 series speakers?

[@NemoPropaganda]

should be good.

[@BusterBronco1987]

I have the Denon PMA 600 NE, Fluance RT85W and Polk S50s with a 10 inch Polk sub I want to upgrade now, where should I begin? Speakers or Amp?

[@NemoPropaganda]

mmm, upgrade the S50 to the Polk Reserve R200 maybe?

[@klooon2555]

What about the quality/specs of the Bluetooth? I see that it doesn't have the AptX at all, so also not the AptX HD or LowLatency then. So if I would stream from Spotify, would it be any good?? I am considering this or the pma-800ne. I am using at the moment a very nice separate Bluetooth receiver unit with AptX HD and LL which I hope to be obsolete with the 600ne. What do you think??

[@NemoPropaganda]

It sounds like your current BT adapter is superior to the internal one in the Denon so if you buy the Denon i would continue to use your external BT adapter. If you want an amp with n APT X BT adapter the IotaVX SA3 has aptX and it's a better amp from top to bottom but would be around $570 with the BT adapter. Why don't you want to use your external BT Adapter anymore? If it's a visual thing just throw it behind your media console so you can't see it :) that's what i do!

[@klooon2555]

@@NemoPropaganda thanks! Yep, it's a visual thing... Would be nice to have a good BT included. I am going to check out the IotaVX!

[@NemoPropaganda]

Throw it behind your other equipment. It doesn’t have to be in view :)

[@Iainmaclennan70]

The tone controls are analogue on this amp so it would be impossible to have remote control feature.

[@NemoPropaganda]

yes, and I would like them to be remote adjustable instead.

[@abrahamvillegas3752]

Can you review the Denon DRA-800H

[@NemoPropaganda]

Maybe the next time i get curious about amplifiers i will consider it, right now I'm really into subwoofers :)

[@igorcicak7354]

Hi! What do you think about pairing this amp with KEF IQ 70? ....so far i have used Cambridge Audio Azur 740 amp and the sound was detailed and warm but somehow i didn't get bass i'd like to...

[@igorcicak7354]

Excellent presentation...greetings from Croatia!

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@igorcicak7354 Hi Igor! The IQ70 should have good bass, I've never heard cambridge so I'm not sure if a new amp will give them more bass compared to the cambridge but this amp did have strong and muscular bass but often times the problem with bass is the room :(. Does your current amp have tone controls?

[@andreasvarsos8116]

Hello guys..are there enough inputs to hook up a double tape deck on this amplifier? Thank you!

[@NemoPropaganda]

I'm sorry brother i don't know anything about tap decks :(.

[@lucasbaker6608]

Would this pair well with Fluance floor standing speakers?

[@NemoPropaganda]

Sorry I've never heard a fluance speaker. If the speaker is brighter then this should pair well. Personally at this price i like the Emotiva TA-100 more for it's more open top end presentation.

[@johnwalck3133]

I agree, the actual appearance of this unit does not match what it appears like in the photos. And why, why, why can’t America get the silver faced option ???

[@NemoPropaganda]

it would probably look so much better in silver too :(

[@Iainmaclennan70]

Yeah I have the silver version along with the matching CD player and they look awesome!!

[@alanrobinson2229]

Iam newbie to this subject. Can you put a passive subwoofer to this amp?

[@NemoPropaganda]

no, passive subs are more for car audio or extreme/niche home theater, not something you generally find in 2ch stereo or hometheater.

[@derik8625]

I’m thinking of paring this amp with some wharfedale 12.0 speakers what do you think ?

[@NemoPropaganda]

I've never heard those speakers, unless the amp is on sale I prefer the IotaVX SA3 or Emotiva TA1 around the $500 price.

[@MP-tp3xb]

Good day. I have a Denon PMA 720, DNP 730 and DCD 520. I play via a Q Acoustic 3020 plus a Q Acoustic 3060S subwoofer. Would I get better sound by buying Denon PMA 600 NE? I listen mainly from NAS in FLAC format, sometimes Spotify and original CDs, genre hard rock and metal, room 20 m square, Thanks Milan

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Milan, if you like that warm thick sound of denon then yes. Personally it’s not for me and i prefer the more detailed and cooler sound of the emotiva ta-100. If you use flac i’m guessing you like good detail. To me the 600ne detail was just “okay”.

[@MP-tp3xb]

@@NemoPropaganda Thanks M.

[@Mannfred]

I have wharfedale diamond 220 speakers, is this amp good for these or does it not synergyze? And do you think this amp is overkill for those speakers?

[@NemoPropaganda]

Sorry i havn't heard those speakers :(

[@BG-ig6fd]

I was wondering the same. I have the same speakers.

[@user-qy9qy5xe6j]

Hello. Can you please tell me which amplifier you could recommend for use with floorstanding speakers (not powerful): denon pma 600ne, denon pma 800ne, Magnat MA 700?

[@NemoPropaganda]

I have not heard mos those but around $500 I generally recommend the Emotiva TA1 for US customers or the IotaVX SA3 for EU customers. Hope this helps.

[@user-qy9qy5xe6j]

​@@NemoPropaganda Thank you very much

[@richard_red_64]

@Nemo ropaganda Reviews is Klipsch a good match?

[@NemoPropaganda]

It should be, anything brighter sounding should be okay.

[@jorgeluisfernandez2560]

Great video bro, You earn a New suscribe, can you tell me if this will be a good match with New monitor audio bronze 50? Thanks a lot

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hey brother thank you! So it depends on what you are after. Monitor Audio speakers are a bit bright with an open and airy top end that image very nicely. This amp is the opposite so if you're looking to tame the top end and add some warmth to the presentation this amp will do that. If you like the MA sound the way it is get something more neutral like the IotaVX SA3.

[@hilcobotter9532]

Hello. I got a question. I am thinking about getting a denon pms 600 ne or the yamaha a s501 maybe the as 701. Wich one is better for rock and metal music? Greetz from the Netherlands. Hilco

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Hilco, i have not heard those two Yamaha but i would choose them over the 600NE personally. I felt the 600NE sounded strong and powerful but it's top end was just a little congested for my taste. However if your speakers are very open sounding already that strong sound of the Denon would be good for rock and roll. For example the Denon paired with Emotiva Airmotiv B1+ would be a great combination.

[@hilcobotter9532]

@@NemoPropaganda my speakers got titanium tweeters

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@hilcobotter9532 you may enjoy the Denon then :)

[@kamil9194]

Hey, base on your review i just bought that that amp with polk s15 for 630$ for set. I'm rly happy of it performance. It is my first amp and speakers :) But now i need to work with sound source cause i use Bluetooth now :) and i know with cable it will be much better. How would you recommend for me to connect this Amp to my Laptop ? I read about Hiface USB Digital Interface will it be good option ? or should i invest in external DAC ? Hiface seems good and bugdet option :) I'm also hyped with upgrading this amp with good speakers in future. I was thinking about S400, but you didnt recommend that ;p But also next step would be next amp with S400. :)

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Kamil, where are you located? I have an emotiva external dac that's for computers i can send you, i don't use it. That would be the best way to connect your laptop to your amplifier. And congratulations on the purchase!! I think that's a great combination :)

[@kamil9194]

@@NemoPropaganda Hey, Thanks for response! :D I'm from Poland, so shipping would be a trobule, but what device it is ? I can pay for shipping. Loves your video, very casuals and nice to watch :)

[@NemoPropaganda]

Go to my about section and email me so we don’t talk here about it. You can have it for free though. It’s the Emotiva Mini Ego Dac. I just hope i didnt throw it away when i moved.

[@AsifLiaquat]

@@NemoPropaganda you are a good human being, subbed.

[@rosssawka686]

How's the phono stage? I'm running a Fluance RT85 with s15s and an 8 inch sub and want to upgrade from my Sony STRDH190.

[@NemoPropaganda]

sorry unfortunately I don't use phono.

[@rosssawka686]

@@NemoPropaganda No worries, thanks anyways!

[@adimax24]

I have 2 questions - 1. How about pairing with Elac Debut B5? 2. Also would it make any difference if used as a power amp in a 5.1 setup with Denon 2600 / Yamaha 685 AVR and Elac Debut 5.1? I am new to this world - and the stated power here (45 watt/ch) is less than half of both these entry level AVRs at 90/95 watt/ch at the same specs (8 ohm, 20-20, low THD). On paper, it looks like I might decrease the power to my fronts as compared to surrounds. Is it really the case? My music sources are all digital - CD through a Sony BDP or Spotify through inbuilt AVR app / Fire Stick / Bluetooth. No plans to get into Phono player or CDP with analog output.

[@NemoPropaganda]

1. I'm not sure as i'm not familiar with Elac speakers. 2. No i wouldn't do that, if you're looking for a good power amp in that price range consider the Emotiva A300, it's $399 and does 150w x2 at 8ohms and double that in 4ohms.

[@dennygroenig2202]

I have vintage 4 ohm speakers, is this a great fit? or you have other suggestions? thank you

[@NemoPropaganda]

I would use emotiva TA1 instead.

[@dennygroenig2202]

@@NemoPropaganda THank you for taking the time!!!!!

[@ramplusmegha]

Hey Can I pair, 600NE with Jamo S805 100w 8ohms speaker ? Thanks

[@NemoPropaganda]

Yes you can :)

[@thesanerone]

looking for a 2 channel amp to drive my 2 tower speakers in a 7.1.4 Atmos setup. My receiver i have now is a Denon AVR-x4400h. Would this work as a standalone amp for this setup?

[@NemoPropaganda]

The Denon might have enough power, try it first and see how you like it, the type of speakers you have, the size of your room, and the volume you like your movies at will all play a big factor. You can do something cheaper like the Emotiva A300 or you can step up to their XPA-2 if you need the power. Generally with Home Theater most guys like the headroom and take the "more power is better" approach. You could even get a little crazy and do a pair of their HC-1 Mono amps, the sky is the limit.

[@thesanerone]

@@NemoPropaganda i've heard good things about the Emotiva brand. Might check that out. Same price too! Thanks :)

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@thesanerone Emotiva is fantastic, you get a lot of power for your money with great build quality.

[@andreperron8466]

Hello me I am using NHT 1.8 floor loudspeakers cut in 45 degree diamond point what do you think if it would be connected with the denon pma600 or even the pma 800 thank you,from Montreal,Canada

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Andre, I'm sorry I'm not sure as I don't really like this amplifier very much, to me it sounded too closed off for my taste. I preferred the Emotiva TA-100 at this price, it's currently discontinued but I'm fairly confident an updated model will be released soon!

[@andreperron8466]

@@NemoPropaganda ok merci

[@sumansaurabh5892]

Hi. Can I use this amp with Q acoustics 3050i or Dali Spector 6

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Suman, yes you can. Please watch the 3 amp review to make sure this is the one you want: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6jVoIdsqdhle8U

[@sumansaurabh5892]

Thank you

[@Dreamer5211]

Hi , can you please tell me if the USA models have the plastic grill on top that many of the UK models have . Thank you , Dreamer 

[@NemoPropaganda]

You emailed me also but i will reply here so other people can see it: Yeah mine had that plastic thing too. Please keep in mind I reviewed this amp at $399 and I thought it was great at that price but its lack of dynamics and somewhat congested sound make it just okay at $499. I would instead highly suggest you skip this unit and go for something like the Emotiva TA1 or IotaVX SA3 instead. Emotiva's midrange is a little cooler, IotaVX midrange is a little warmer, other than that they're damn near identical and both are much better than the PMA600NE.

[@Dreamer5211]

@@NemoPropaganda Hi , thank you so much for your honest opinion , your guidance is truly appreciated . I don't want to be a pest , but what about the Yamaha A-S line , like the 501 ? Thanks again , D.

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@Dreamer5211 I havn't heard the Yamaha AS stuff.

[@Dreamer5211]

@@NemoPropaganda Thank you for your help . I hope you and yours have a fantastic Halloween and Holiday Season , take care . D.

[@Simplicity165]

Can volume be controlled with the remote.?

[@NemoPropaganda]

Yes

[@hijicker6795]

How would this amp pair with jbl stage a130?

[@NemoPropaganda]

I never heard the stage.

[@SaZooCaballero]

As for pairing whats your feeling on this amp and Totem Dreamcatcher 4 ohm?

[@NemoPropaganda]

have not heard those I'm sorry.

[@SaZooCaballero]

@@NemoPropaganda Ok, thx anyway. If it matters: Totem Rainmakers - the big brother to my Dreamcatcher are considered one of the best loud speaks, many awards. but pricey $2000-$3000 CND. Anyway, as a long-time audiophile, these are near the best speakers I've heard,... and the Dreadcathers are the best bookshelf speakers I've heard. Love the channel thx again.

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@SaZooCaballero oh then definitely not this amp, the top end of this amp is a bit restrictive for expensive speakers. It's a good amp for $400 but should be paired with speakers around the same price or less.

[@SaZooCaballero]

@@NemoPropaganda Update if it matters. Went through a few options as I have - like many of us, speakers and Amps. Carver TFM-6CB Power AMP Schiit Modi, cambridge audio dacmagic 100, Harman Kardon 6600 amp, and an old Blue dial amp. Oh and I got the Denon 6600 (wife wants something simpler),... And I have to say the Denon is a close 2nd. And "simpler". Anyway, thx again, the review was a great help!

[@markcaruso815]

Thanks for the review good job. What floor standing speakers would you recommend. Thanks again for your time

[@NemoPropaganda]

Whats your budget and is there any particular sound you are looking for?

[@markcaruso815]

The last system I had was the Pioneer SX 6 AM FM receiver Power output: 45 watts per channel into 8Ω. and a pair of RTR Series IV Model C Towers. Pioneer PL-516 turntable. From what I can remember 30 years ago 45 Watts was just not enough. The only thing I have left is the speakers. I'm trying to put together a system (stereo or amplifier / speakers / turntable) for under $2,500 so I can listen to my vinyl once again. I like a little bass and I also like to hear all the instruments. Also I may be under estimating bookshelf speakers. Thanks for your patience

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@markcaruso815 Hey Mark, what's your budget for an amp?

[@markcaruso815]

@@NemoPropaganda $1000 max

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@markcaruso815 For an amp setup I think you will be happy with an Emotiva PT-100 preamp paired with their A300 power amp, the whole combo would be just $700 and you'd have an amp that does 150w x2 at 8ohms and just about double that into 4ohms. It's about the cheapest quality power you can get in a class a/b design and damn good sound for the money. A lot of people love their T1+ or T2+ tower speakers also.

[@Marzunited]

Would this Denon pair well with Bower & Wilkens 685 S2?

[@NemoPropaganda]

I think so but keep in mind this amp does not have pre-outs so you cannot add a power amp in the future to upgrade if you need more power.

[@Marzunited]

@@NemoPropaganda would the emotiva ta-100 be a better choice and where can I get the bluetooth adapter for it?

[@NemoPropaganda]

The emotiva would be a good option also it sounds signature is more similar to the Bowers and Wilkins speakers you have. The Bluetooth adapter that they sell is not that good instead I recommend buying the blue Dento Bluetooth adapter from eBay it’s about $60 and it’s a lot better. Have you watched my video where I compare this amp to the IotaVX and Emotiva amplifiers? I think that could be very helpful for you.

[@Marzunited]

@@NemoPropaganda I appreciate your input. Thank you.

[@danielpawowski3158]

Denon pma600ne or Marantz pm6006 or Yamaha as501?

[@NemoPropaganda]

Denon Warm & laid back with muscular bass but not very quick. Marantz is the total opposite, Yamaha is in the middle. I would pick Yamaha.

[@danielpawowski3158]

@@NemoPropaganda Thanks for answer :)

[@MP-tp3xb]

Hello. Do I have one more question about PMA 600NE is PMA 800 better? I don't need outputs A and B. Milan

[@NemoPropaganda]

I'm not sure as i have not listed to the 800 model but it lacks a subwoofer output so for that reason alone i would not consider it. If you don't mind not having a subwoofer output then it may be an option as would be the NAD 316BEE

[@MP-tp3xb]

@@NemoPropaganda So the subwoofer will probably bother me. I use it. Thank you for answer. Milan.

[@NemoPropaganda]

No problem bro. Did you see the 3 amp review i did?

[@MP-tp3xb]

He saw, but I'd like to stay with Denon. I have been using this brand since 1985. Milan

[@NemoPropaganda]

M P i respect your brand loyalty. It’s a good unit. Enjoy!

[@MrAMF50]

No usb connection for a PC???

[@NemoPropaganda]

No, only optical, but you can use an external DAC like the Schiit Modi or Modius if you need USB to Analog conversion, that way you can use any amp you like :)

[@elyado1]

help here i got the receiver Yamaha r-s202,speakers PolkTsx 110b and your review telling all speakers sound the same with that receiver, has been my problem for years, returning bookshelf several time all sound the same. so i decide now knowing am not crazy buying Denon 600 and also Elac 2.0 6.2. what your opinion on that match for LP and cd Heavy metal and Hard Rock Classic thanks for the help with the review of the Yamaha.

[@NemoPropaganda]

Hi Yadier, I like the Elac speakers a lot, I think they will sound great :) Denon is not my favorite sound but many people love the 600NE, it's a fine amplifier!

[@elyado1]

@@NemoPropaganda thanks for answer me quick. i got that impression from your review i will like to buy iotavx sa3 or emotiva TA-100 but neither company ship to Puerto Rico so i have no other good choice to get denon, if you know of other one i can check let me know thanks again for your honest review.

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@elyado1 I will contact Emotiva for you and see what they say bro, that sounds strange to me, PR is easy to ship to.

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@elyado1 Hey brother I emailed Emotiva and they can ship to Puerto Rico no problem :)

[@elyado1]

@@NemoPropaganda really i will check right now thanks bro really appreciate the help

[@bidyutde56]

How this amp act when I play with Polk Audio RTI A7!!!???

[@NemoPropaganda]

it should be a good match. Polk is a little lively, this amp is a little warmer sounding so it should be a balanced combination.

[@bidyutde56]

@@NemoPropaganda Many thanks for your precious comment.

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@bidyutde56 anything brother, i'm always here :)

[@spuddyl9938]

Can i connect a pc to this, like with a cable?

[@NemoPropaganda]

it depends on your computer. You can connect to this using optical or coax for digital inputs or via the headphone out to RCA. For the best sound quality most people would use a USB DAC like the $99 Schiit Modi to connect any amp to their computer.

[@gizzmoguy.]

Can I use it as a preamp to my connect to my power amp?

[@NemoPropaganda]

No you cannot, buy Emotiva TA1 or PT1 instead.

[@gizzmoguy.]

@@NemoPropaganda Thanks

[@Lordofmrak]

Have you tested this with Focal Aria 906 you have?

[@NemoPropaganda]

No, i did not own both at the same time.

[@Lordofmrak]

@@NemoPropaganda How unfortunate :(

[@Lordofmrak]

@@NemoPropaganda What about Chora? I think you said you had them before Aria.

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@Lordofmrak yes! I remember it being a good match but the Chora sounded even better with the IotaVX SA3.

[@paolo73]

Hello , Is It Powerful enough for a 20/25 m2 living room ?

[@NemoPropaganda]

depends how sensitive your speakers are and how loud you like to listen, wattage is only 1 part of the equation :)

[@paolo73]

@@NemoPropaganda thanks

[@sringjoymondal9377]

How will it sound if I pair this denon amp with the q acoustics 3030i?

[@NemoPropaganda]

probably good, though I have not heard the 3030i :)

[@sringjoymondal9377]

@@NemoPropaganda the 3030i is a better version of 3020i , the 3030i has the same size soft tone tweeter only the woofer and the cabinet is bigger than the 3020i

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@sringjoymondal9377 I havn't hears either one though :(

[@sringjoymondal9377]

@@NemoPropaganda How will it sound with Klipsch r51m?

[@NemoPropaganda]

@@sringjoymondal9377 R51m is a little bright, this amp is a little rolled off so they should compliment each other well :)

[@robertanderson7049]

this review would be meaningful if he played the amp- sound is what it is all about.

[@NemoPropaganda]

If you want to hear the amp you should buy it, that's the only way to hear it.

[@luxurytravelvideos]

Would you pair this with q acoustics 3030i speakers?

[@NemoPropaganda]

I'm sorry i have not heard the Q Acoustics.