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Marantz has introduced its new wireless streaming amplifier – the MODEL M1 – which can also be connected to physical music sources and your TV.

It offers a claimed 100W of stereo output with low distortion – just 0.005 percent THD via its digital inputs. If desired, users can add a subwoofer for a 2.1-channel experience and MODEL M1’s advanced configuration options allow for full adjustment of both high-pass-filter and low-pass-filter frequencies independently, alongside +/-15dB of subwoofer level trim.

The MODEL M1 is complemented by full high-resolution music support. Marantz explains: “Many compact digital amplifiers are limited to CD-quality 16-bit/44.1kHz resolution, but MODEL M1 supports the full high-resolution music experience over streamed services, your network or even USB, including 24-bit/192kHz PCM support and provision for DSD. To ensure these high-resolution signals are delivered in the best possible quality, MODEL M1 operates in the digital domain from end to end. This simplifies the signal flow and eliminates errors caused by the inexpensive DACs typically found in traditional hi-fi. It also means all sources leverage the powerful DSP technologies built in, including Marantz Music Digital Filtering (MMDF), first developed for the brand’s reference-grade audiophile CD players.”

Meanwhile, the HEOS app grants access to all the music services available on the platform, including soon-to-be-released updates for Tidal and Roon Ready support. In addition the MODEL M1 supports Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and AirPlay 2. Users can also play audio from a locally connected USB-A drive or a compatible turntable (with built-in phono stage or a separate, external phono amplifier) via the line-level RCA analogue inputs.

Available to buy now for £900, you can find out more about the Marantz MODEL M1 here.