Vintage MARANTZ vs SONOS Connect:Amp - Which sounds better?

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0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Functional Comparison
3:30 - Power Comparison
4:25 - Regular Listening Volume Overview
4:50 - Sonos Heavy Metal
5:20 - Marantz Heavy Metal
5:50 - Sonos Ambient
6:30 - Marantz Ambient
7:10 - Sonos Jazz
7:40 - Marantz Jazz
8:07 - High Listening Volume Overview
8:45 - Sonos Heavy Metal
9:15 - Marantz Heavy Metal
9:45 - Sonos Ambient
10:25 - Marantz Ambient
11:05 - Sonos Jazz
11:35 - Marantz Jazz
12:02 - Analysis and Conclusion

Is old as good as new? Do they make 'em like they used to? In this video I compare a Sonos Connect:Amp to a vintage Marantz 2250B receiver. Honestly, the Connect:Amp sounds pretty good! However, at lower volumes, the Marantz shines with a more balanced sound and crisper highs. At high volumes, the amplifiers sound similar, but the Marantz 2250B can play music even louder than the Connect:Amp. If you're looking for easy wifi streaming from your smartphone in a smaller footprint, the Connect:Amp is an excellent option. But if you have more space and a larger budget, consider a vintage receiver with a wireless adapter!