Swedish audio technology company Dirac has extended its partnership with Marantz and Denon, integrating its renowned Dirac Live Room Correction technology into the Marantz Model M1 and Denon Home Amp streaming amplifiers. With the release of a new firmware update, both devices now support Dirac Live’s Limited and Full versions, offering significant potential for acoustic optimization in listening environments for users willing to purchase the necessary licenses.

Dirac Live sets itself apart from basic EQ systems by addressing both magnitude and phase distortions, leveraging patented algorithms to counteract the acoustic interferences created by a listening space. The result is a refined soundstage characterized by improved clarity, tighter bass reproduction, and enhanced spatial imaging. Unlike traditional room correction solutions, which often require significant financial outlay or professional calibration, Dirac Live focuses on turning your entire audio system—including the room—into a cohesive, audio-optimized setup.

The Marantz Model M1 and Denon Home Amp already deliver compelling performance in compact streaming amplifiers, featuring Class D amplification, HEOS multi-room streaming capabilities, and support for various high-resolution audio formats. The addition of Dirac Live takes these amplifiers a step further by mitigating room-based acoustic challenges that hardware upgrades alone cannot overcome. Users can access this upgrade through Dirac’s app available on both iOS and Android platforms, making the adjustment process both approachable and powerful.

Both amplifiers share similar technical capabilities, including 2 x 100W output at 8 ohms, HDMI eARC support, and a range of wired and wireless connectivity options. The Denon Home Amp retails for $799, while the Marantz Model M1 is priced at $1,000. Users can purchase Dirac Live Room Correction Limited Bandwidth and Full Bandwidth licenses for $159 and $249, respectively. This marks a significant move to democratize high-performance room correction, making tools typically reserved for high-end systems accessible to a broader segment of audio enthusiasts.

With the integration of Dirac Live, the Marantz Model M1 and Denon Home Amp offer a compelling option for stereo setups seeking to balance acoustic refinement with convenient streaming capabilities. The development underscores the growing role of advanced technology in addressing the challenges of modern listening environments and making high-fidelity sound reproduction more accessible than ever before.

Swedish audio technology company Dirac has extended its partnership with Marantz and Denon, integrating its renowned Dirac Live Room Correction technology into the Marantz Model M1 and Denon Home Amp streaming amplifiers. With the release of a new firmware update, both devices now support Dirac Live’s Limited and Full versions, offering significant potential for acoustic optimization in listening environments for users willing to purchase the necessary licenses.

Dirac Live sets itself apart from basic EQ systems by addressing both magnitude and phase distortions, leveraging patented algorithms to counteract the acoustic interferences created by a listening space. The result is a refined soundstage characterized by improved clarity, tighter bass reproduction, and enhanced spatial imaging. Unlike traditional room correction solutions, which often require significant financial outlay or professional calibration, Dirac Live focuses on turning your entire audio system—including the room—into a cohesive, audio-optimized setup.

The Marantz Model M1 and Denon Home Amp already deliver compelling performance in compact streaming amplifiers, featuring Class D amplification, HEOS multi-room streaming capabilities, and support for various high-resolution audio formats. The addition of Dirac Live takes these amplifiers a step further by mitigating room-based acoustic challenges that hardware upgrades alone cannot overcome. Users can access this upgrade through Dirac’s app available on both iOS and Android platforms, making the adjustment process both approachable and powerful.

Both amplifiers share similar technical capabilities, including 2 x 100W output at 8 ohms, HDMI eARC support, and a range of wired and wireless connectivity options. The Denon Home Amp retails for $799, while the Marantz Model M1 is priced at $1,000. Users can purchase Dirac Live Room Correction Limited Bandwidth and Full Bandwidth licenses for $159 and $249, respectively. This marks a significant move to democratize high-performance room correction, making tools typically reserved for high-end systems accessible to a broader segment of audio enthusiasts.

With the integration of Dirac Live, the Marantz Model M1 and Denon Home Amp offer a compelling option for stereo setups seeking to balance acoustic refinement with convenient streaming capabilities. The development underscores the growing role of advanced technology in addressing the challenges of modern listening environments and making high-fidelity sound reproduction more accessible than ever before.