text: Front Back Back Remote View larger Marantz NR1403 5.1-channel home theater receiver Item #: 642NR1403 57 Reviews This item is no longer available. Original Price: $299.99 Shop all Home Theater Receivers Need help? 1.888.955.6000 Email Chat Ask an expert advisor No pressure, no commission — just lots of good advice from our highly trained staff. Overview Reviews Details Accessories Articles & Videos by Marshall Chase Big home theater sound from a compact component The NR1403 is sized just right to fit comfortably on just about any bookshelf or TV stand. This full-featured model measures only half the height of many surround sound receivers, yet it boasts all the clean power you need to drive five speakers, and enough inputs to connect a full complement of A/V sources. Even though it's rated at an understated 50 watts per channel, the NR1403's high-quality amplification is a great match for most room sizes, speakers and listening preferences. Convenient switching for your HD components Blu-ray players, video game consoles, and HD satellite, cable and DVR boxes all go well with the NR1403. HDMI switching lets you send all your high-def digital video sources through a single connection to your TV, making hookup a breeze. Marantz takes the extra step of carefully isolating this unit's internal audio and video circuit boards. This ensures ultra-high signal purity for rich, enveloping surround sound with all your movies, music, TV shows, and video games. And cutting edge decoding delivers the master-quality sound that comes with most of today's Blu-ray discs. Bluetooth® and HD camcorder friendly Add Marantz's Bluetooth receiver and play music wirelessly from your compatible cell phone or computer from up to 30 feet away. Marantz's own M-DAX™ audio expansion circuitry recognizes the frequencies that get lost in compressed music files and restores them for better sound. And a front-panel HDMI input makes watching your latest home video a simple matter. Even when the receiver is off, the audio and video pass right through onto your connected HDTV. Setup simplicity Marantz uses Audyssey MultEQ® Auto Calibration to take the hassle out of speaker configuration. Just plug in the included microphone and place it in up to six listening positions. The NR1403 uses a series of test tones to balance speaker levels and fine-tune the delay and equalization settings for each speaker. The result is optimized home theater performance for your specific speakers and room. And Audyssey Dynamic Volume monitors the system to cut those surprise bursts of volume from commercials down to size.Plus, this receiver comes with a built-in first-time setup assistant that walks you through the process step by step. Learn about the ins and outs of HDMI connections at the Crutchfield Learning Center. Shop our selection of HDMI cables. Highlights:Power and Processing:5-channel amplifier50 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD, with 2 channels drivenDolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby® Digital Plus, DTS-HD High Resolution AudioAudyssey Laboratories' MultEQ® six-point auto setup and room calibration system (microphone included)M-DAX (Marantz Dynamic Audio eXpander) for better sounding MP3s and other digital music filesDigital Music Options:wireless Bluetooth® capability with optional Marantz Bluetooth receiverM-DAX (Marantz Dynamic Audio eXpander) for better sounding music file playbackAudio Performance Features:192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters for all channelsdirect mode switches off unnecessary circuitry to provide cleaner sounddetachable power cordConnections:1080p-compatible HDMI digital video switching; 6 inputs (including front-panel), 1 outHDMI version 1.4 with support for 3D video, Audio Return Channel, Deep Color, x.v.Color, auto lip-sync, and HDMI-CECAudio Return Channel function receives digital audio signals from a compatible HDTV's tuner via HDMIdigital audio inputs: 1 optical and 1 coaxial3 composite video inputs, 1 output1 audio-only inputno phono input to connect a turntable you'll need to add a phono preamp1 pair of main speaker outputspreamp output for a powered subwooferGeneral Features:on-screen display for easier system setup and operation (via HDMI only)first-time setup assistanton-screen display for easier system setup and operation (via HDMI only)sleep timerHDMI standby pass-through allows HDMI switching without powering up receiver56 AM/FM presetsmultibrand remote17-5/16"W x 4-1/8"H x 15-1/2"Dweight: 18.4 lbs.warranty: 3 yearsOur 60-day money-back guarantee Receivers: Your ticket to sensational sound Your receiver powers your speakers and lets you connect and select your entertainment sources. But a great receiver does a lot more it ignites your emotions. From the passion of a favorite musical artist, to the crossfire of a super-charged movie soundtrack, to the intensity and immersion of a fast-paced video game, your receiver is the key to experiencing and enjoying it in full. Marantz NR1403 Reviews Average Customer Review: 57 reviews Review this product Submit a review and then enter to win a $350 rewards card Filter by rating: 5 Star: (0) 4 Star: (0) 3 Star: (0) 2 Star: (0) 1 Star: (0) Review this product: Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. Please be sure to focus your comments on the product itself. Read our Review Guidelines for more information. Review title * Email Your email won't be visible. Please use the email address that is associated with your order. 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We reserve the right (but are not obligated to) review all submissions and edit or remove any review in any manner which we deem necessary. Your review should be posted within seven days. Great Value Written By Lucas, Texas on Friday, May 29, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Very nice reciever. Good clean power. The 50 watts RMS is under rated as I expected from Marantz. I have this reciever powering two PSB image B4 speakers in stereo and I am very pleased with the result. Plenty of power with extra I will probably never use at least with the speakers I'm using now. 6 HDMI inputs including one front is a really nice bonus. I used the audessey sound calibration to improve the sound of movies at low volume and it worked well. The only down side I have found is that you can not use the M-DAX mp3 enhancement feature on any digital sources. It is only available when using the anolog input which means your going to probably need a seperate DAC or component to use it. Other than that I very happy. And at 299, fantastic value. Crutchfield as always best customer service easy and pleasant to deal with. I love buying from Crutchfield Pros: 6 HDMI inputs. good, clean, neutral power. Audessey sound calibration works well. This reciever does not dissapoint as a 2 channel stereo reciever for small - medium sized speakers. Cons: Can not use the M-DAX mp3 enhancement feature unless using anolog in. Was this review helpful? Yes No Best small-scale receiver Written By TomD, New Jersey on Sunday, May 24, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This is the only small-size receiver I could find, perfect for a home theater set-up with existing speakers. Easy to set up, lots of HDMI connections, fits in a smaller cabinet and the sound is terrific. On-screen set-up makes balancing and all hook-ups a breeze. Speaker connections are a bit tight in the back, so small fingers are helpful :) Pros: Small profile, simple good looks, easy set-up, great sound, good value Cons: Now discontinued, new version has Airplay and bluetooth Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By Anonymous, Florida on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) The Marantz 1403 was easy to install and the tel. tech support was outstanding Pros: Easy set up, Great sound, Compact unit, Outstanding Tech support Was this review helpful? Yes No Great HT Receiver Written By Dan, Texas on Thursday, May 07, 2015 I went from a Sony HT system to this Marantz unit and the difference was immediately noticeable. Clarity on surround sound was very pleasing. Had to keep looking over my shoulders when hearing certain sounds... Just a great choice on my part. Pros: Great receiver. Great price Cons: The height works out well for my purposes but it is a large unit in depth. I did not have to make any modifications but be sure you have enough room in your cabinet... Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Receiver for the money Written By Anonymous, North East, MD on Wednesday, May 06, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great size home theater Receiver for cabinets that don't have a lot of space. Setup is a breeze and the Audessy calibration system worked flawlessly. Pros: Small size Ample power Intuitive setup Cons: Still looking for some! Was this review helpful? Yes No MARANTZ NR-1403 Written By BOB T., Texas on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) VERY GOOD SOUND QUALITY, EASY SET-UP, I JUST USE IT FOR 2- CHANNEL PLAYBACK, SO FAR SO GOOD. Pros: SMALL SIZE CHASSIS, GOOD REMOTE, GREAT VOLUME CONTROL ADJUSTMENT. CAN ADJUST TONE WITH THE REMOTE., RUNS COOL. Cons: CANT TURN DOWN DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Receiver Written By PaulR, Florida on Sunday, April 12, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This is a great receiver for a great price! I replaced a 9-year old Onkyo TX-SR603 that never gave me satisfying sound. Despite being "90 Watts/channe", I always had to turn it up to like 70 (out of 100), and the volume was all over the map during movie playback (With dynamic range control selected). This Marantz has great sound, and I haven't gone louder than 50 out of 100 yet....so the 50 Watts per channel is quite conservatively rated. DTS Master Audio sounds really awesome...no BD's played (yet) with Dolby TrueHD but I expect similar results....I really like the sound of this receiver. One thing I want to let people know is how awesome Crutchfield is...they provide real value added as a retailer, while offering products at the same competitive prices as the competitiion. For starters, they Double Boxed the receiver, meaning they put the Marantz box, into a larger plain shipping box, with some cushioning material. Other products I've bought recently from competitors, they slap a label on the factory box and ship. First, the box gets damaged. Second, nothing like having an expensive product on your door step advertising its contents! Second, they sent free labels to mark your cables. I didn't think I wanted/needed them, didn't care. You know what? They were really useful. A small thing like that, but a nice bonus. Third and final thing, is the lifetime tech support. You just don't get that anywhere else. I've been using Crutchfield since the 80's. Pros: The small height of this receiver is a big feature. The sound is great, and I like that you can skip all unused inputs. For me, I turn the Input wheel and it only selects between "Blu-Ray" and "Cable DVR". Cons: Only thing to note, is there is no plug in the back of this receiver to allow for a 'switched' component to connect to. No big deal, and its omission is due to the small form factor. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice Job, Crutchfield Written By JimC, Florida on Thursday, April 09, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Not an audiophile, but I do like good sounds coming from my setup. I replace an Onkyo AV receiver with the Marantz NR1403. Setup was a snap and the unit performs flawlessly. The nice thing in this whole deal was working with Crutchfield. No surprises, just a clean purchase, good communication, quick shipping and voila -- I had my unit. Nice way to shop for a well-priced unit. Pros: Easy set up Great Sound Connects all I need to connect easily Cons: None from my viewpoint thus far. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great product Written By TeeG, Pennsylvania on Friday, April 03, 2015 Marantz got it right with this product. Paired this amp with NHT 2.1 bookshelf speakers and am having superb results. While it may not go as loud as my NAD 356BEE, this amp is musical and a joy to listen too. I am using a DAC and turntable that are both more than double in price than the Marantz, but the amp does not stand out as a weak link in the chain. REALLY like the remote. I have a 2007 Sony ES AV receiver and the remote has more buttons on it than I know what to do with. The marantz remote works from many angles, has a real nice set of 4 sound buttons that seems to cater to those who only want to use 2 speakers, rather than the 5.1 you can use if you find it necessary. The PURE button comes up as DIRECT on the amp's display and the circuit bypasses the tone controls which makes for a quieter sound while reducing any harshness that would associated with additional circuits. I would suggest two good bookshelf speakers with stands rather than 5 speakers. Two quality bookshelfs can provide more imaging and fullness of sound than 5 lesser speakers. Overall, this is a great product. Crutchfield gets products to me in 1-day (No extra cost) because I live in the mid-atlantic region. Thanks Crutchfield! Pros: Superb; simplified remote. Great sound. Ran for 4-5 hours at a high volume level with only minimal heat dispersion. Will fit in just about any TV cabinet. You can bypass tone controls reducing noise (Pure; Direct). Cons: None found at this point. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No High Quality Sound. Great Deal Written By BobD, Massachusetts on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I purchased this unit to replace an ancient Harmon Kardon AVR-55 and I was stunned with the quality of the unit right out of the box. I used the automatic calibration and it did a pretty good job, there was just some minor tweaks that were need to tailor the sound to suit my taste. It made my speakers sound like new (mix of Infinity and Cambridge Soundworks with a BIC sub). I have the unit in my game room which is pretty large (37x12) but has a normal height ceiling so even though this unit only has moderate power it is able to fill the room with sound. It sounds great playing everything from blu-rays in cinema mode down to vinyl in 2.1. Unit is loaded with quality touches that other brands in this price range don't have (like real binding post speaker connections). It is only 5.1, no problem, I think anything more than that is silly. It does not have wifi but who needs it in a receiver, I have an Apple TV and the DVD player has wifi. The wifi features in the other brands I looked at were not easy to use. The remote is simple and easy to use. One gripe: no printed manual, I had to run down to a local print shop to get a hard copy, less than $10. Bottom Line: Great Sound, Marantz quality at Yamaha price. It has all the features you really need in a home theater receiver. Pros: HIgh sound quality. Great value at sale price. Good looking unit. Has all the right features. Cons: Low power but there is enough for everything but a huge 2 story room. On-screen UI is primitive but it gets the job done. No printed manual. 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Receiver Written By kimuka, Texas on Sunday, March 08, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This was my first Marantz receiver. It was very easy to install and set up and has great sound. I bought this because of the price but continued researching receivers. I am actually returning this one for an Onkyo 636 based on reviews. I probably jumped to quick on this Marantz. The Onkyo is actually more "future proof" and also has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. The last two features are what actually sold me on the Onkyo, along with the reviews. I would have been perfectly happy with the Marantz but I really wanted the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. I did replace an older Onkyo that did not have HDMI hook ups so I am familiar with the dependability and performance of Onkyo products. I have nothing bad to say about Marantz, just too pricey for a receiver with the same features I am getting. Plus, trying to keep "mommy" happy with the price. If you need a basic 5.1 receiver, I highly recommend the Marantz 1403, especially at this price. Pros: Great looking, easy hook ups, great performance Cons: nothing really, just a good basic receiver. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Just Right Written By Jim, CT on Sunday, March 08, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I needed something that would fit in the limited space below my tv and this really fit the bill. Price was great, easy setup and customization, fast switching of inputs. Matched it with some new polks and brought my livingroom to life. Pros: Size Sound quality for the price Cons: Specs say it needs a foot of breathing space above for heat displacement. If I had that much space I don't know if I would have sought out the slim line 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By Alex M, Fresno, CA on Saturday, March 07, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Its an awesome sleek receiver woth all the bells and whistles I needed, o wasnt sure at first, however after receiving it I realized it was all I needed and some. Pros: Very compact and sleek looking, has all the power you need and normally get from bigger units. Cons: Doesnt have the bluetooth built in and requires that you buy the adapater separately. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Perfect for Our Needs Written By Eric, the Washington, DC Area on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Perfect receiver for what we needed for our home theater with 3D Blu-ray 5.1 system running the small-tower Aperion speaker system. Upgraded from a 2010 Yamaha receiver that didn't support 3D. Most impressive was the improvement in sound--the calibration algorithms are superior to that of the Yamaha, greatly improving the subwoofer performance, center channel levels, and overall effect for the 5.1 system. Night and day difference. Very easy to use. Auto detects the signal and setup; there was much more manual settings to be done with the Yamaha. The remote is great, with extremely easy toggling between FiOS, Blu-ray. Xbox, and radio. Pros: Superior sound, great calibration, easy setup, easy to use Cons: None 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Simple Quality Written By MikeB138, Iowa on Sunday, January 04, 2015 I got this receiver to replace a Pioneer home-theater-in-a-box that crapped out in less than two years. As I use a PS3 for Bluray and streaming services, I was not interested in a receiver with streaming capabilities. I just wanted something that sounds good, had extra HDMI connections as well as RCA input (for my dedicated CD player), and a headphone jack. This receiver is everything I needed at a really good price for the sound. I have it hooked up to a Monoprice Premium 5.1 surround speaker set, and it sounds amazing. Pros: Quality build, great sound, compact size, proper connections, easy setup, and it just does what it's supposed to do. Cons: I didn't find the Audessy setup to work as well as others have. I'll try again, but the Audessy Flat setting sounds better than the one configured for my living room. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Perfect for my needs, size and sound Written By GregC, Massachusetts on Saturday, December 13, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I needed a thinner receiver for my space but still wanted quality. I'm not interested in networked or airplay receivers so this Marantz was perfect for what I was looking for, and the price is great. Quality receiver, Audussey setup is a breeze and quite accurate, I'm driving Polk speakers in my smaller room. Sounds great, works great and looks sleek! Integrated with my Harmony remote no problem. Pros: Size, price, features, sound, power. Cons: None. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Terrific! Written By enforcer23, San Antonio, TX on Saturday, December 06, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Works great... Surround sound is wonderful... Audyssey speaker calibration is quite the feature... It'll even tell you specifically what speakers are out of phase and/or connected wrong... Handy when you've forgotten to label your wires... :-) Pros: So far so good, I am currently quite pleased with its overall performance... Cons: None so far... 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great receiver Written By Pat O, Houston, Texas on Thursday, December 04, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great receiver with reasonable price. Very easy to set up and I got great assistance from Crutchfield when I did have questions. Pros: Quality of construction. Ease of setup. Cons: None 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice and straight forward Written By Dale J., Iola KS on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Easy to set up, good clean quality sound, and it has the features I need. I like the manual EQ better than the automated set up, i'm glad that feature was there. Pros: Clean affordable sound Cons: I get the manual on the CD, but a down loadable copy from Marantz would be nice. The app on their site wouldn't function. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Everything I need in a smaller package Written By Jethro, Arlington, VA on Monday, October 27, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I'm very happy with the Marantz 1403. I first looked at it because of it's low profile but since I installed it I like it even more for its performance and for shedding a lot of connections/options that I never used. It has 6 HDMI connections, which takes care of all my video components (Roku, Blu-ray and cable). There are 3 RCA connections, which are easily renamed in the setup menu; I renamed one to Turntable and another to Bluetooth for an adapter I already owned. (Note my turntable has a built-in pre-amp, there is no "phono" input on the Marantz.) The sound is great, the details are clear and 50 watts/channel is more than sufficient, I never set the volume higher than 55 (on a 100 scale). I have 5.1 surround speakers and no space/desire to add more. The Marantz starts faster than my old Pioneer, which works better with my Harmony remote (no need to program a pause before setting the input for an activity). The lack of streaming apps is a positive for me, I wouldn't use them over my Roku. I considered the next model up for Bluetooth but it wasn't quite worth the money to remove the Bluetooth adapter from my A/V rack. Pros: Compact, fast, built around HDMI, great sound. Cons: Not really "cons" but considerations: it doesn't pass 4k video and no built-in Bluetooth. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Excellent quality, easy set up Written By TomandLu, Willamette Valley, OR on Friday, August 29, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) We needed a basic amp for 5-speaker Dolby (not 7), and don't use/need/want to program it or use it from an I-phone - just a good basic amp for our widescreen projector TV that is used exclusively for movies. This fit the bill, was affordable, and it was so easy to set up. Pros: The audio set up using the included microphone was so easy and I think, flawless. Cons: None I've found so far 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Sweet sounding receiver... Written By Mauitech, Maui, Hawaii on Saturday, August 02, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This receiver is exactly what I was looking for. Minimal bells and whistles with great sound in a small package. I do not need more than a 5.1 receiver. I only use it in 3.1 mode anyway. I am perfectly happy with L/R front, center, sub. That way I can use my budget to buy higher quality speakers. I'm always amused at surround receiver reviews that only look at how many features are packed into the box and when they mention the sound quality (if they mention it at all!) it's more of an afterthought. This is my fifth surround receiver and I believe it is the best sounding one I have owned to date. Don't let the low power rating fool you. Power ratings are for marketers, used to make their products more appealing to people who don't know better. The features I want are available with add on boxes like Fire TV, Roku, etc. or are already built in to my TV or Blu Ray player. If you are looking for a great sounding receiver in a manageable size box with excellent auto calibration that will not break the bank, look no more. The NR1403 is for you. Pros: Great sound (TOP PRIORITY!) Excellent automatic calibration. Small, manageable size with high build quality. Easy to use remote....doesn't have a million buttons where you can't find what you're looking for. Six HDMI inputs. Cons: Personally speaking, none. 7 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Quality and Value Written By Surround Sound Lover, PCB, FL on Tuesday, July 29, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This Marantz unit has better sound quality and channel separation than the higher powered receiver that it replaced. I like the dynamic volume and custom mute volume features. The online PDF manual file was corrupted, so I copied it from the CD. The explanations are clear, but it was strange that they recommended using bare speaker wire rather than banana plug connectors that easily plug into the receivers speaker posts. My two-year-old 60" Samsung TV did not support the receiver's ARC function; so I ran the audio from the TV to receiver through a digital audio cable, which sounds fine. I worked slowly and carefully through the Audyssey auto calibration, and it worked great to balance the speakers to my room and produce the best surround sound that I've ever experienced. Even without the ARC function supported on my TV, I simply connected the receiver to the TV through the ARC / HDMI port on the receiver, and the on-screen display came right up. I purchased this receiver with a PSB Image C4 center channel speaker, which reveals fine details in the soundtracks that I'd never heard before. The new PSB center channel speaker joins my existing speakers: two older JBL L15 bookshelf speakers (left and right channel); two 6" generic in-ceiling speakers (left and right surround); and an excellent SVS subwoofer to round out the 5.1 system. Very happy with the quality and value of my new equipment. I've been a Crutchfield customer since 1977! Keep up the good work! Pros: Sound quality Audyssey surround calibration Cons: The manual is clear but could give better advice. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By MLM, Cincinnati, Oh on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) While I have not yet utilized all of this device's capabilities, I found the sound quality excellent for TV. Pros: Relatively easy setup that took me awhile to figure out. That's why I am late with this review. Great sound quality. Cons: At first, it was not clear how to interface this amplifier with my new Samsung TV. In fact, I almost returned the amplifier because my model Samsung did not support HDMI Arc. I had to purchase an optical cable to connect. In addition, I finally figured out that I had to go from my cable box out to the cable-in HDMI port on the amplifier. Then I connected the HDMI out on the amp to the TV STB input. However, the Samsung APPS are not supported. I knew about this before, I purchased. Was this review helpful? Yes No High Quality from Marantz Written By Anonymous, Albuquerque, NM on Sunday, April 06, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I needed a high-quality, low-profile A/V receiver for a 3.1 setup with a TV. Previously, I was using the built-in sound bar on the TV with a sub. The sound from the previous setup was OK, but I always knew it could be better. I'm now using the Marantz with Polk TL2 L/R fronts, a TL3 center, and a Polk sub. The sound is excellent. Dialog from movies and TV is clearer and the separation of frequencies is much improved. I can hear sounds I never knew were there before. Music sounds 100% better with the Marantz. I can listen to MP3s or Pandora and it sounds like the musicians are in my living room. I didn't bother to install the rear surrounds because it would have required running long lengths of wire over the ceiling. I have a 5.1 setup in an office and I've never been very impressed with the sound that comes from the rear channels anyway. The Marantz is in a small living room and the 3.1 system completely fills the room with sound. Installing the Marantz was very easy. I would recommend getting some banana plugs because they make connecting the speakers a snap. The on-screen HDMI menus are very user friendly and configuration options are plentiful. You can plug in the Audyssey mic and let the receiver configure everything, you can manually configure, or you may use a combination of the two. Pros: high-quality, low profile, HDMI on-screen setup, aesthetics Cons: none 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice but..... Written By BobB, Fort Myers, FL on Friday, February 28, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) To provide some background I've been an audiophile since my late teens and sold high end audio in the 70's. I bought this receiver along with a pair of PSB 5's, C4, and Infinity PS38 with the Samsung BD-F7600 Blue-Ray. This was for a vacation home and my original intent was to have decent 2-channel stereo for CD's but thought it would be nice to enhance the dialogue on our Panasonic plasma panel for movies and HD broadcast. The Crutchfield rep steered me toward this 3.1 system but in the end I had problems getting the receiver to work with 2 brand new Comcast HD boxes with one being a DVR as neither box worked reliably with the Marantz using HDMI. After a week of technical support calls, changing cables, boxes, etc. I said enough. Part of my discontent also centered with the Marantz Pure-Direct 2-channel performance as CD's from the Samsung Blue-Ray through the Marantz sounded processed and muddy. I don't know if this was the Samsung or the DAC in the Marantz but definitely not audiophile quality. There were also annoying random static sounding clicks or pops in quiet passages that were not evident when the Samsung was connected to the Panasonic panel via HDMI and played through the internal speakers. After using Audissey to set levels my wife and I watched a few movies and several HD content shows and frankly, found the dialogue easier to understand using the Panasonic speakers so it went back. I'll blame Comcast for the connectivity issues - a disfunctional company. Pros: Easy to set up, nice form factor, lots of adjustment and functionality for the price. Cons: Not for someone looking for good quality 2-channel reproduction from CD's even in "Pure-Direct". 5 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Receiver Written By dc, Morro Bay on Sunday, February 02, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I bought this to replace a 16 year old Yamaha 7.1. It was no longer viable with todays technology. This Marantz exceeded my expectations, could not be happier. I love the lower profile and weight. With HDMI, the setup was too easy. I have it hooked up with DISH, ROKU & Samsung Blu-Ray . The sound & video quality is brillant! This particular unit has exactly what I wanted and for the price, which is a hundred less than what paid for the Yamaha 16 years ago, I cannot say enough about it. Just a note, know that I am no techie, but I did read the instructions, and for me this was very easy. Pros: I think the beside the extremely easy set-up, would be the Audyssey Setup. I have a very strange speaker arrangement. But using the setup microphone, I was able to easily manipulate how I wanted the speakers to sound, and it only took a few minutes. Again BRILLANT!!!!! Cons: None for me. 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Pleased Written By Fox View, Indianapolis, IN on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Wonderfully easy to set up and use. Sound quality is great with ample but not overwhelming wattage. The lower height of the Marantz works well in my situation. The control is refreshingly uncomplicated. This unit replaces a Pioneer receiver which lost power in the left channel. The Marantz provides better sound than the Pioneer and my previous Denon. The audyssey feature worked great and set up the Marantz in just a few minutes. It even caught that one speaker was out of phase. I am very pleased with the Marantz. Pros: Great sound and ease of use Cons: None 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Very happy with my NR1403 Written By Mr_T, Edmond, OK on Monday, January 20, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I replaced an aging, non-HDMI Onkyo AV receiver with the Marantz NR1403. Several things attracted my attention. First, it has plenty of HDMI inputs for my needs which are primarily Dish DVR, Sony Blu-ray, and Roku device. The NR1403 lacks analog inputs for our Wii's RGB, but I knew that going in. HDMI adapters for the Wii are pretty easy to find. Although the two digital audio in jacks on the back are labeled CBL/SAT (Coaxial) and TV AUDIO (optical), they are in fact available to map to any of the sources. My TV is too old to support ARC via HDMI, but it does have a coaxial digital audio out. So I used that to return TV audio to the receiver. But we so rarely watch broadcast TV, that I'm not sure why I even bothered. The presence of separate DVD and Blu-ray HDMI inputs seemed redundant. You generally have either one or the other, and since Blu-ray plays regular DVDs, I'm not entirely sure why you would want to have both. The guided Audyssey MultEQ along with the included mic was mega-cool. The mic has a tripod mount, and I took advantage of that to put the mic at head level at six different listening locations during the setup. I wanted simplicity, and the NR1403 delivers with an uncanny example of "less is more". The dead simple remote passes the wife test. I didn't want or need one with a gazillion buttons on it. Being able to make my inputs show up as "DISH" and "DVD" and "ROKU" on the front panel is nice. I'm really quite happy with the NR1403! Pros: Audyssey MultEQ setup with included mic, assignable digital audio inputs, input labeling, input masking, simple remote, plenty of HDMI including one in front, not obnoxiously tall like most AV receivers, runs only slightly warm to the touch versus scorching with others, discrete amps for each channel, does more with 50 W per channel than my old Onkyo did with twice the power, beveled edges on front panel match exactly the front panel profile of my Dish Hopper with Sling. Cons: Doesn't pass 4k which really isn't a big deal to me for many years to come, no network or streaming which is also not a big deal to me because that's why I have the Roku. 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By Anonymous, Tuxedp Park, NY on Wednesday, January 08, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Very easy to set up -- the microphone feature to automatically set up the speakers is very helpful -- volume is more than loud enough and sound is very Clean. The remote cant be any easier to use and the compact design lets it fit almost anywhere Pros: Microphone set up for Speakers -- ease of over all setup -- clean sound -- plenty of HDMI connection Cons: the only one I can think of is that there is not second or ( remote ) set of speaker connection 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Didn't know what I was missing Written By Azjimmr, Phoenix, AZ on Monday, January 06, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) At one point in my life I was really into the audio game but now I want something easy that sounds good and I am very happy with the Marantz NR1403. I had an old Kenwood which I thought was pretty good and the only reason I upgraded was the ability to switch HDMI inputs to a common cable to a new wall-hung flatscreen. But the difference I got in audio was like night and day. I'm using the same Bose speaker set-up that I had before but the sound that I get now is great, so much better than before. The speaker set up was very easy although the result did say that all four speakers were out of phase. I may check into this later although the manual did say that in some cases they would report an out of phase condition when everything was OK. Since I think it sounds great, I may not even worry about it. One thing I noticed was that the volume setting on the Marantz is a lot higher that the old receiver setting as others have commented on. On the old receiver the normal volume setting was just cranked not even a quarter of a turn where on the Marantz the normal setting is between 45% and 60%. Doesn't really make much difference unless you're into blowing out speakers or walls. Very happy with this unit. Pros: Great sound, easy speaker set-up with great results. Cons: At least in my case, volume setting is quite a bit higher ... but who cares? 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Bad Apple? Written By Savas, Toronto on Monday, December 30, 2013 I bought this receiver to replace my stereo only Yamaha RX-397 driving a pair of Paradigm Atom Monitor V5. I was surprised after reading all the positive reviews re the NR-1403 at how unimpressed I was with my initial listen. Even after running the Audyssey calibration the music was flat and bright. I like everything else about this receiver but I can't accept its lack luster fidelity. Its going back. Pros: Form factor Price Easy to use controls Cons: flat and bright sound 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By TroyK, USA on Saturday, December 28, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) The Marantz NR1403 is great for the price. I have not purchased my speakers yet for this unit, therefore I am using my old Cambridge Soundworks DTT3500 5.1 cube speakers temporarily . I cannot believe how much better this receiver makes them sound even though they are 12 years old and not the highest quality. Can't wait to get a good set of speakers for this thing! Also, I am using this unit with my HTPC mainly and have found it to be very compatible. I love the HDMI pass through. This way I can still see my computer screen without the unit being on. Pros: Slim,good power, a multitude of sound modes, plenty of HDMI inputs and just plain sounds great. Cons: Could have used at least one analog output 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice stuff! Written By The Dude, Long Beach, CA on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Easy to setup, easy to finetune and easy on the wallet! Great sound from a reliable company. Pros: Affordable and easy setup. Nice small footprint that fits most anywhere. Cons: None so far. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great receiver with minor complaints Written By LLevy, Fanwood, NJ on Friday, December 13, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Overall, I am very happy with this product. It is smaller than most and was relatively easy to set-up. I enjoy the simplicity. But if you have legacy analogue devices in addition to a full complement of digital, you may run short of inputs. Also, 50w/channel may not be powerful enough depending upon your speaker system. Pros: Design and ease of use. Easy set-up. Cons: Hooking up older, analogue devices is challenging and requires "workarounds". Also, could be more powerful. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By Anonymous, river edge nj on Monday, December 09, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) all good cant beat it for the price Pros: great little amp Cons: none 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Lots of connection options and controls Written By SteveV, Santa Rosa, CA on Tuesday, October 08, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Very good quality and intuitive UI. Great sound. Low height compared with competition. Pros: Great flexibility for various set ups. Display blanking to eliminate distraction in darker ambient lighting. Cons: Changing volume level with remote or knob is slow. Load relay click when turning on or off. Was this review helpful? Yes No Very Impressed Written By STucker, Port Townsend, WA on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Coming from a vintage set-up, Sansui 9090 (110wpc) and Original Advent Loudspeakers, I was skeptical if this Marantz would reach the volume and sound quality I desire. I took a chance on it because of Marantz's stellar reputation and because I wanted to integrate digital sources in to my home stereo/theatre with out spending money on a DAC or external remote or fancy HDMI hubs that would integrate my old Sansui. This NR1403 was cheaper than other less straight forward options. The Audio: This little unit has no problems at all driving four very efficient Advent Loudspeakers. They're stacked with the top pair inverted and I listen to music in Multi Channel Stereo, often at very loud volumes and they do not clip. From Vinyl to Cassette to MP3, over all the sound is a little bright, but the NR1403 on-board EQ helps remedy that. I wish I could run all 4 speaker in "Pure Direct" but am unable to do so, at least not on media that was made in Stereo/Mono aka most music (at least the old stuff). I sometimes move the top pair from the front and use as surrounds, sounds great for movies and games! I think I will purchase a vintage power amp to run with this for listening to analog music (pure direct should work with that setup) The Video: Works perfectly. This is my first AVR but I have no complaints here. Easy to set-up, easy to switch sources, and nice (essential) that it remembers settings for each source. Unit is handsome too, looks nice next to vintage Marantz 5220 Pros: Good Looks, Great Sound, Great Price, no frills AV Receiver where it seems like equal care was put in to Video AND Audio. Upgradable with Pre-Out. Pure Direct is a superb feature. Cons: In my experience sound was a little bright at loud volumes and I wish I could run 4 speakers in Pure Direct. Both of these cons though I wouldn't hold against Marantz. Just a couple things lacking for what I want in my listening, I'll need to spend some time and money to correct these cons. And who cares about no phono input, out-board phono pre-amps are far superior. I'd rather have a tape-loop on this thing, but in this day and age it would be a ridiculous expectation. 8 out of 8 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Written By AlexA, San Francisco, CA on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great receiver for apartment living, much less ugly and space consuming than competitors but still provides a good number of HDMI ports. The remote is also much less complicated to use than others I have experienced. If you are using all modern hardware, this is all you need, port-wise however there is no phono port despite the resurgent popularity of records but that appears to be an industry-wise issue. Pros: Design, easy setup and calibration using included mic. Cons: Lack of phono support- you'll need to add a preamp to play records. 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By Jay, NYC on Monday, July 22, 2013 Pros Auto speaker calibration 6 HDMI inputs HDMI supports RAC 3D passthrough Cons-w No component in. 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No AWESOME! Written By Bob, Carbondale, IL on Saturday, July 20, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I have limited space...a Cherry wood Thomasville Entertainment center w/2 side glass drs bookcases...bought almost 20 years ago. The Denon S-102 system( from Crutchfield) bummed out...CD didn't load. The guts of the new system is the Marantz NR 1403 fits nicely into a small space...I can only have a 32" flat screen in the main unit. I added 2 Cambridge Audio Minx 11 w/stands & monster cable with gold connectors...and stands...a little work to get the wires though the stands. Well worth the effort! With this is a Yamaha BDS673 & Infinity PS38, Sub Woofy...all connected with HDIM...as opposed to what? The set up was easy and flawless...one cable to the sub to the receiver. All are unbelievable in small space...the response is crisp, clear ....the sub adds a nice touch after tweeking the room. The Marantz has easy HDIM hookups...and great FM response! You will be BLOWNED away from the Minx...4" square. The Yamahammer produces great blue-ray...if your into westerns try " The Long Riders." I am an old time MT Banjo Clawhammer musician....this system also produces great Jazz, Classical & rock...try "Rumours" on this....incredible! If you need a awesome system in small space & limited room area...you just found it....if you don't like it, I'll buy it, well, not really , but that it sounds good. Thanks to KRAMER & BOB....and Crutchfield service, it was here in 3 days! Pros: Great sound...easy setup! Kramer listened to all my needs! Cons: I had to paid for it.... 3 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz Written By Sam, Fayetteville, NC on Thursday, July 11, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great unit for small rooms. I replaced a 100 watt Kenwood with this. The sound was much better but not quite as loud. Pros: Great sound quality Cons: You will need more watts for larger rooms 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Love it!!! Written By killerjimbo, Reading, Pa on Thursday, June 06, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Just wahat I was looking for...great build quality and small footprint. Pros: The overall size fits perfectly in the space I have to work with. Cons: None so far 5 out of 6 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Just what i wanted Written By Russ, Devils Lake, ND on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I needed a 2.1 receiver with a small footprint and several HDMI ports. This one fits what I need perfectly. The sound that this unit produces in my admittedly small room is outstanding for my taste in classical music as well as my taste in dialog-rich movies. This is a quality product at a reasonable price. Pros: Six HDMI ports. Small size. Sound quality. Reasonable price. Adequate power for small space. Cons: None. 5 out of 5 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Perfect for my little needs. Written By Bill, Orlando, FL on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 Bought this to replace my older Sony receiver. Wow why a huge difference! I wish I would have just purchased this earlier. Pros: Size and easy setup. Cons: No up scaling. 5 out of 5 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Marantz NR1403 Written By GeneH, Washburn WI on Monday, May 06, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great sound, reasonable price, speedy delivery and a nice looking unit. I also had an issue resolved almost over night. Pros: Exceptional product at a great price. I think the customer service is outstanding and that's one of the reasons I keep coming back to Crutchfield. Cons: The package arrived missing a part but was quickly resolved. 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Product! Written By MOC, Kansas City, MO on Sunday, February 10, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I purchased this product to replace a 12 year old Denon AVR 2700. While it has less watts than the Denon, it isn't a problem. I purchased the Marantz NR 1403 after purchasing a Oppo BDP-105 and realizing my old Denon wouldn't process the digital signal. I'm mostly a music person but wanted to integrate my home theater system into my 2 channel system (VAC Avatar) using the HT by-pass built in to the VAC which I did with the Denon. The only thing I drive with the Marantz is the center, rear surrounds and the sub. I had to have something that had a pre-out to drive the front L & R through the VAC. I had a few challenges setting it up but after working with it a while and calling Marantz I was able to set it up. There are several features I like but the main one being I can drive my TV through the Marantz even with it turned off (using as a pass through). Maybe that feature is common but it allows more flexibility. The audio quality, while not up to par with the VAC, does a fantastic job at this price point and has the features I need for my system. It definitely has everything I need and produces a great sound as well. The only reason I give it a 4 instead of a 5 is because of the system I have it in which probably isn't fair however it's hard to give it a 5 given my comparison. It really is a great unit and I couldn't be happier with it. I would definitely recommend the unit! Pros: Functionality, size, number of inputs, flexibility, sound quality, price point, pure direct Cons: Power output (it's not bad just wish it was a little more) 8 out of 8 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Excellent Product Written By whskiman, NY on Thursday, February 07, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I bought this receiver because of a suggestion by a Crutchfield adviser named Ringo. The very first movie my son and I watched with this receiver he said "it sounds like we are in a movie theater". We have watched 100's of movies with my older Onkyo receiver and he never even once mentioned the sound. After fine tuning the speakers I could not be happier with this product. Pros: *Very high quality sound at lower listening levels *Tons of inputs *High quality video out through HDMI *Price is right Cons: None so far. 5 out of 6 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Impressive Written By PDJ, peoria, az on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Wow! For such a low profile, I am quite impressed with the sound output of this receiver. I don't have a very large room so the lower power output didn't bother me. If you have a large room, it could be an issue. This system replaced a Yamaha receiver with twice the power output, but you would never guess it. The sound quality of this unit is a step above the Yamaha for sure. very please with the unit.. especially for the price! Pros: sound quality, feature packed, and price!!! Cons: none really. 7 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No A Beauty Written By HJ, Cheshire, Ct on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I needed a slim A/V Receiver for my shelf space and this was the slimmest I could find. I can't imagine a better choice. It's slim, sleek and almost sexy with it's curved face. The TV screen setup display and included omni-directional microphone is genius, and idiot-proof. The sound is at least as good as the Denon or Sony I've owned in the past. Hard to imagine why 50 watts per channel isn't enough for some folks. Maybe if you're a closet DJ and need to fill your neighborhood with thumping dance music, this unit might not suffice. The connectivity is naturally geared toward HDMI so if you have a host of older components to hook up you might have to get creative. I'm no techie or audiophile but I know what sounds good to me, and this does. If I could wish for one more feature it would be an A/B speaker switch. HIghly reccomend this unit. Pros: Easy to set up. Great looks. Great sound. Great physical dimensions. Cons: I would like a second optical audio input and an A/B speaker switch. 9 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Is there a way to watch TV, but listen to a media player Written By TomS, Pittsburgh, PA on Sunday, December 16, 2012 I absolutely love the sound quality and ease of use. I have the same issue though as DaveT, who made a comment above. Is there a way to watch the TV, but have audio from a different source? Pros: Cost, Sound, Ease of use... Cons: see review Crutchfield response on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 We forwarded this review to our Technical Support team for follow-up. Lifetime tech support comes with every Crutchfield purchase. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Quality Marantz Written By Ernie, Denver, CO on Friday, October 12, 2012 50 watts per channel is more than loud enough if you have good cable from Monster, banana plugs for all connections, good speakers as from Infinity, and a powered sub. To the user who put a con is because there is no connection for the iPod, that is a PLUS. Apple products are garbage. Use a "Y" stereo from your headphone output. thats all you need. The sounds ESPECIALLY in DTS HD MASTER AUDIO is awesome! Pros: Excellent sound, quality build for the money and easy setup! Cons: NONE 15 out of 49 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nr1403 Written By Rafael, St louis MO on Tuesday, October 09, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great sound but little power. Audissey works well. Replaced my Pioneer, glad i did it, i just got used to it. Pros: Sound quality Cons: Not too loud 4 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Amazing receiver Written By Brian, Mountain View, CA on Saturday, October 06, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This receiver is amazingly good - I am thrilled with it. If you are considering it, look no further. I replaced a 55 watt per channel HK receiver, and the Marantz 50 watt sound quality blows away the HK. This receiver would easily outperform any mainstream 100 watt per channel+ receiver, so don't let the power rating dissuade you. Even my wife (who is far from an audiophile) is blown away by the sound quality. It looks extremely sharp, including a uniquely slim profile. Set-up takes minutes thanks to an easy step-by-step "wizard" - you don't even have to glance at the manual. Breakthrough Audyssey technology equalizes the sound based on the positions where people will actually sit in the room - now that I have seen how well Audyssey works, I would never consider a receiver without it. Remote control is simple, functional, and nicely designed. I could not be happier with this product. Pros: Excellent sound quality/clarity, sharp look, slim profile, easy set-up, Audyssey technology, plentiful HDMI inputs Cons: Supports up to 5 speakers but not 7 speakers (only relevant if you have a 7-speaker setup) 21 out of 21 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Unit Despite Small Size and Modest Price Written By Anonymous, Harold in New York on Friday, October 05, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) From my judgement, this small, modestly priced unit has virtually all of the features and performance to be found in much larger, more expensive units. A great improvement over its predecessor while maintaining its size and price. Very easy to set up by navigating its intuitive menues and sound is excellent, at least to my elderly ears. Front panel display is crisp and bright; remote has all the keys needed. So., why pay more for big clunkier units when most people could not rell the difference watching or listening? Pros: Performance, features, size, price. Cons: A bit too automated. Would like easier ways to modify settings. 15 out of 15 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Mostly happy Written By DaveT, Bartlesville,OK on Monday, September 24, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) My only disappointment is that it appears that I cannot watch a football game via the HDMI cable from the receiver while at the same time listen to a play-by-play via a digital connection from a DVD recorder. Pros: Easy to set up. Compact profile is very nice. Cons: See above. 9 out of 13 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Love it Written By cutz, Carlsbad, CA on Monday, August 06, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I love this receiver. The slim line fits into our small stereo cabinet, and it is very simple and easy to operate. For sound, it thumps. I see no reason to go with the 1603 which has minimal upgrades. Pros: Sound. Ease of use. Size. Clean stylish design. Cons: No iPod connection and the accessory adapter is expensive. 25 out of 26 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Hands-on research Features and specs chart | What's in the box? | In-depth notes What's in the box? Download owner's manual 5.1ch AV receiver 6' AC power cord Remote control (RC018SR) 2 "AAA" batteries Audyssey Setup Mic (ACM1H) AM loop antenna FM wire antenna Owner's Manual CD-ROM (En/Fr/Sp) Getting Started guide (En/Fr/Sp) USA Warranty Information Canada Warranty Information Important Safety Instructions Features and Specs General Number Of Channels 5 Stereo RMS Power (watts) 50 THD in Stereo 0.08 % Frequency Bandwidth (stereo) 20-20k Hz FM Sensitivity 12.8 dBf HD Radio Tuner No On-Screen Display Thru HDMI Auto Speaker Calibration Audyssey MultEQ HDMI Standby Pass-through Yes Composite Video Conversion No Component Video Conversion No HDMI to HDMI Upconversion No Internet-ready No Apple AirPlay No App Remote Control No Bluetooth-compatible Optional USB port for iPod/iPhone No DLNA Certified No MHL-compatible No Multibrand Remote Control No Learning Remote No LCD Remote No Width (inches) 17-5/16 Height (inches) 4-1/8 Depth (inches) 15-1/2 Weight (pounds) 18.4 Parts Warranty 3 Years Labor Warranty 3 Years Multi-room Audio--Video Powered Multi-room Audio Output No Preamp Multi-room Audio Output No Multi-room Video No Multi-room HDMI Output No Surround Processing Dolby Digital DD, DD+, TrueHD Dolby Atmos No DTS DTS, HD, HDMA, 96/24, Neo6 Inputs & Outputs Phono Input No Audio-Video Inputs 6 Audio-only Inputs 2 Component Video Inputs None Component Video Monitor Outputs None Optical Digital Inputs 1 Coaxial Digital Inputs 1 Optical Digital Outputs None Coaxial Digital Outputs None HDMI Inputs 6 HDMI Monitor Outputs 1 Subwoofer Outputs 1 Multi-Channel Analog Input No Multi-channel Preamp Output No Main Speaker Output Pairs 1 Main Speaker Terminals Posts Ethernet Port None USB Connections None Removable Power Cord IEC 2-prong Product Research Audio Features Video Features Convenience Features Remote/Bluetooth Control Audio Features 5-Channel Discrete Amplifier: The Marantz NR1403 is equipped with a power amplifier that reproduces high-fidelity sound in surround mode with equal quality and power for all channels, true to the original sound. The power amplifier circuit adopts a discrete-circuit configuration that achieves high-quality surround sound reproduction. The 5 channel amplifier is rated at 50 watts with 2 channels driven (20-20kHz, 8-ohms, 0.08% THD). High Current Power Supply: The Marantz NR1403 AV surround receiver employs a high current linear power supply with an EI core power transformer for high-quality sound playback. Isolated Audio Circuit Board: The carefully-optimized audio signal path rests on a separate circuit board for maximum performance as well as isolation from interferences generated by high speed video processing. 24-bit/192-kHz DACs: The Marantz NR1403 utilizes a 192 kHz/24 bit D/A converter on each of the unit's five channels for exceptional sound quality. The 192kHz sampling and 24-bit word length capabilities of the DACs allows you to play high-resolution recordings and hear the increased clarity, detail and dynamic range of those recordings. The NR1403 is equipped with various surround modes to reproduce a variety of surround sound effects, according to the content of the source to be played. The receiver features Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital, and DTS decoders. Audyssey Technology: The NR1403 features a full package of Audyssey audio technologies for optimal sound quality. Audyssey Dynamic Volume offers real-time volume adjustment, while Audyssey DynamicEQ improves your system's surround effects during low volume levels. Audyssey MultEQ automatically sets speakers to suit your room's listening environment and the speakers' characteristics. Audyssey MultEQ: Audyssey MultEQ technology helps create an optimal acoustic profile for your home theater. Using the included setup microphone, Audyssey MultEQ measures sound levels and adjusts speaker configuration accordingly, making setup fast and easy. This room acoustic measuring and correction system analyzes (via the included microphone) the audio characteristics of your speaker system and your listening environment at up to 6 measurement points and automatically tailors the sound for top audio fidelity. You can set the Audyssey MultEQ to one of the following modes. Audyssey: Optimizes the crossover point, output level, delay time, and equalization of all speakers based on speaker frequency response, speaker location, and room acoustics. Audyssey Bypass L/R: Optimizes all speakers except front left and right. Audyssey Flat: Optimizes frequency response of all speakers to flat. Manual: Adjusts the tonal quality for each speaker individually using the manual equalizer settings; adjust from -20 to +6 dB at 63 Hz, 125 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, 4 kHz, 8 kHz, and 16 kHz. Off: Turns equalizer off. Dynamic EQ: Audio engineers mix music and movie soundtracks at reference levels much louder than typical home listening levels. At lower volumes the human ear perceives sound differently; voices change, bass dissipates, and the surround effect becomes less enveloping. Dynamic EQ adjusts the frequency response curve based on volume to maintain consistent bass output, octave-to-octave balance, and surround impact, resulting in rich sound at any volume. You can set the Dynamic EQ to 0, 5, 10, or 15 dB. Audyssey Dynamic Volume: Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in volume level between television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies. Dynamic Volume addresses the issue of commercials that are too loud and movie soundtracks with vast differences between soft and loud passages; the results are more intelligible dialogue, loud passages maintain impact, and soft whispers are heard clearly. When the volume level changes, Dynamic EQ also adjusts the frequency response to maintain sound quality. You can set the Dynamic Volume to Day (low), Evening (middle), Midnight (high), or off. Digital Signal Processing (DSP): The Marantz NR1403 incorporates advanced 32-bit digital signal processing circuitry (ADSP21487) for powerful and highly accurate surround sound reproduction. Dolby Digital: Dolby Digital, Dolby, Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD DTS: DTS, DTS-ES, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS Express, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo: 6 Dolby Pro Logic: Dolby Pro Logic II Note: Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your audio source is connected to the AV receiver via a digital audio connection (HDMI, optical, or coaxial). Even though the AV receiver will decode 7.1channel surround sound (via HDMI), it will only output 5.1ch surround, because it lacks Surround Back channel speaker outputs. Surround Parameters: You can adjust the following surround mode parameters: Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings: While listening in the Dolby Pro Logic II Music format, there are three further enhancements you can adjust: Panorama: Broadens the front stereo image to the surround speakers to provide a wraparound effect, especially effective when there is limited output from the surround channels, panorama can be turned on/off in the menu. Dimension: Allows you to move the sound field forward or backward. Center Width: Allows you to adjust the width of the center channel. Center Image: In the Neo:6 Music mode, the Center Image feature adjusts the output of the left and right channels relative to the center channel, allowing you to make the center channel more or less dominant as needed. This improves the image of the center channel, especially when the listener is off-center. Adjustment varies from 7 (nothing subtracted from the L/R channels) to 0 (L/R channel output is cut in half). Stereo Modes: The Marantz NR1403 surround receiver also provides two-channel stereo and multi-channel stereo playback, as well a virtual surround from two stereo speakers. 2CH Stereo: This is the mode for playing in 2-channel stereo; bass and treble can be adjusted and sound is output from the front left and right speakers, along with a connected subwoofer. Multi-Channel Stereo: This mode lets you enjoy stereo sound from all speakers. Virtual Speaker: Enjoy surround effects using only the front speakers or headphones. Direct Modes: The Marantz NR1403 offers two Direct sound modes which offer high-quality sound by bypassing the receiver's DSP & video circuitry. Source Direct: In this mode the 2ch audio signal is played in its original form, without any surround or tone processing. Multichannel audio signal is played in its original form, without any tone processing. Pure Direct: This mode is for playback in higher sound quality than in Direct mode. The display and analog video circuitry are turned off to minimize the possibility of any noise being added to the signal. M-DAX: Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The M-DAX function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the original sound before compression. It also corrects the sense of volume of the bass to obtain richer sound with compressed audio signals. HT-EQ: The tonal balance of a film soundtrack will be excessively bright and harsh when played back over audio equipment in the home. This is because film soundtracks were designed to be played back in large movie theater environments. Activating the receiver's HT-EQ feature when watching a film made from movie theaters corrects this and restores the correct tonal balance. Dynamic Range Compression (DRC): Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic range (the contrast between very soft and very loud sounds). For listening late at night, or whenever the maximum sound level is lower than usual, Compressing the dynamic range allows you to hear all of the sounds in the soundtrack with reduced dynamic range. DRC works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS. Level Adjustments: The NR1403 provides the following level adjustments. Source Level: This function adjusts the playback level of the currently selected input source's audio input. Use this feature if there are differences in the input volume levels between different sources. You can correct the playback level of the audio input from -12 to +12dB. Dialogue Level: You can adjust the output level (+/-12dB) to clarify the dialogue output from the center channel. Subwoofer Level: You can set the receiver's subwoofer output level (+/-12dB) independent from the other speaker levels and system's main volume. Volume Settings: The NR1403 offers the following volume settings. Volume Scale: You can choose to display an Absolute volume scale (0-98) or Relative volume scale (-79.5 to 18dB). Volume Limit: You can set a maximum volume level of 0dB (80), -10dB (70), or -20dB (60) to limit the receiver's total volume output. Turn-On Volume: You can define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned on (0, 1-98, -79 to +18dB, or Last) Mute Level: You can set the amount of attenuation for the audio muting circuit; -40dB or -20dB below current volume, or full mute (sound turned off entirely). Tone Control: You can adjust the receiver's Bass and Treble (+/-6db) independently to suit your listening taste or room acoustics. Audio Inputs/Outputs: The Marantz AV receiver offers a variety of analog and digital audio inputs/outputs. Digital Inputs: There is 1 optical digital input and 1 coaxial digital input on the receiver's rear-panel. The inputs accept digital audio signals from a compact disc, DVD, or other digital source component. You can designate the input for each digital input according to your component. Speaker Terminals: The receiver has binding-post speaker terminals for all speaker channels (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R). The binding posts can accept bare wire, pin-connectors, and single banana plugs. The terminals are spaced too far apart for dual banana plugs. The collar surrounding the binding post terminals prevent the use of spade connectors. You can connect 6-8 ohms speakers. Preamp Outputs: The NR1403 home receiver is fitted with 3 preamp outputs (Front L/R, Mono-Sub). Front Pre-Out: The AV receiver is equipped with a pair of Front Left/Right Pre-Outs, so you can separately power the front speakers with an amplifier. Mono-Sub Pre-Out: The AV receiver features a mono-subwoofer preamp output (LFE) to connect a powered subwoofer for a complete 5.1 channel surround sound. Headphone Output: The receiver features a 1/4" stereo headphone jack on its front panel for connecting a pair of optional headphones. The unit's speakers will automatically be turned off when a set of headphones are connected. AM/FM Tuner: The Marantz AV receiver features a built-in AM/FM tuner with 56 station auto-preset memory tuning. You can also set your presets manually. You can even label these presets. In addition, you can even directly tune in a frequency using the receiver's remote control. Video Features HDMI (v1.4a): With six HDMI v.1.4a inputs (5 rear/1 front), the NR1403 allows you to route multiple high-definition devices--like game consoles and Blu-ray players--to your TV. It also allows you to connect all of your devices to your TV with a single HDMI cable (via its HDMI monitor output), reducing cable clutter. The HDMI inputs are assignable to different input sources. They support HDCP copyright protection and are compatible with 3D signals, ARC, Deep Color, xvYCC technology, Auto LipSync, and HDMI control. 3D Pass-Through: With the advent of 3D media, it is important to own a receiver that recognizes 3D video signals. The NR1403 is able to pass through 3D signals from your Blu-ray player, ensuring that the 3D effect doesn't get lost in translation. It also recognizes signals from 3D television broadcasts. By connecting a 3D-compliant Blu-ray disc player and 3D-compliant TV to the NR1403, you will have a 3D home theater where you can enjoy high-definition sound and video on a level you've never experienced before. ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature allows audio to be sent from your compatible HDTV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable already being used to send audio and video to your HDTV. This eliminates the need for extra cables connected to your television. Deep Color & x.v.Color Support: The NR1403 also supports Deep Color and x.v.Color content, which can display a larger color range than standard-definition schemes. The result is a more lifelike, vibrant picture. Auto LipSync: This feature automatically compensates for the timing shift between the audio and video of the receiver. If needed, the audio signal can be manually delayed to match the video signal; adjust from 0-200ms. HDMI Standby Pass-Through: When enabling the HDMI Standby Pass-Through function, regardless of whether the AV receiver is "On" or in "Standby" both audio/video streams from an HDMI input will be output to your television, via the receiver's HDMI monitor output. You can select between three HDMI through function modes. HDMI Input: Selects the HDMI Input (1-6) for which the HDMI Standby Pass-Through function is enabled. Last: The HDMI Standby-Through function is activated on the input source selected at the time of setting the AV receiver to the "Standby" mode. Off: The HDMI Standby Pass-Through function is disabled. Analog Video Inputs: The receiver features two composite video inputs and one composite video monitor output. You must connect the receiver to your TV via composite video to view incoming video from the receiver's composite inputs. Note: There are no component video inputs or outputs. Video Mode: You can select between 3 video processing settings. Auto: Processes video automatically based on the HDMI content information. Game: Always processes video appropriate for gaming content. Movie: Processes video normally. Video Select Function: You can switch the video input source on the receiver while listening to a different audio signal. Convenience Features Slim Design Chassis: The Marantz NR1403 A/V Surround Receiver features a slim designed chassis which measures only 17.3125" wide x 4.0625" tall x 14.5625" deep so it easily fits on a shelf or inside a cabinet. Contoured Front Panel: The Marantz NR1403 features a contoured front-panel that combines aluminum and glass-reinforced resins for maximum shielding, dimensional stability, and sophisticated styling. The front panel is clean, precise, and inviting. Volume and input selection knobs flank a rectangular volume/source display. On-Screen Menu w/ setup Wizard (via HDMI): The AV receiver's on-screen menu provides quick information about your system's settings. You can easily make settings for your home theater system while viewing menus on the TV screen. Simple settings are enabled with the setting menus displayed on the TV screen. The Marantz NR1403 features an on-screen Setup Wizard that provides easy-to-follow setup instructions. When you control the sound volume, the volume level is displayed on the screen, and when you switch the input source, the name of the input source is displayed. These menu displays can only be output to your TV via HDMI. If you connect the receiver to your television via only composite video, you will need to use the A/V receiver's front-panel display for menu and source adjustments. Input Rename/Delete: You can change the display name (up to 8 characters) of a selected input source. If an input isn't being used, you can delete it from the display so you don't have to scroll past it when you change sources. Panel Lock: To prevent accidental operation of this unit, you can disable operation of the buttons on the front-panel. Screen Saver: The Screen Saver function is activated during menu display or Tuner screen display - if no operation is performed for an approximately 5-minute continuous period. Dual Backup Memory Function: This receiver stores its settings in a nonvolatile memory even when the main power supply is turned off. Using the Dual Backup Memory function, you can write settings information to another memory area to back up saved settings for recovery anytime as needed. Personal Memory Plus: This function sets the settings (input mode, surround mode, HDMI output mode, MultEQ, Dynamic EQ, audio delay, etc.) last selected for the individual input sources. Last Function Memory: This function stores the settings which were made before going into the standby mode. When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored. Sleep Timer: This function allows you to automatically set the power to standby after a predetermined amount of time has passed; set the sleep timer up to 120 minutes in 10 minute increments. Auto Standby: The unit enters standby mode automatically when no commands are sent to the unit for the set time (30 or 60 minutes). Before it enters the standby mode, "Auto Standby" is displayed on the front-panel display of this unit and the on-screen menu. Remote/Bluetooth Control Multibrand Remote Control: The Marantz NR1403 comes with an IR wireless remote control that can operate this receiver only. The remote control features Glow keys so it can easily be used in the dark. HDMI Control: When you make an HDMI connection between the Marantz AV Receiver and a HDMI control-function compatible TV or Blu-ray/DVD player, you can perform the following operations. The AV receiver can be turned off with the TV's remote. You can switch audio output devices from the TV remote. You can adjust the AV receiver's volume with the TV remote. You can switch the AV receiver's input sources through the TV remote. When playing a Blu-ray/DVD player, the AV receiver automatically switches to the input source of the player. Remote Connections: The Marantz NR1403 is fitted with the following custom remote inputs/outputs. Remote In/Out: These RCA input/output connectors allow you to connect the NR1403 to a Marantz component equipped with remote control (RC-5) terminals. Flasher In: This 3.5mm input is used to control the NR1403 from an external key-pad (sold separately) Bluetooth Ready: Through its proprietary M-Xport, the NR1403 offers Bluetooth capability. Simply add the optional RX101 Bluetooth adaptor (642RX101, sold separately) to the NR1403 and you can play the music stored on any Bluetooth-enabled portable device (your iPhone, iPod Touch, or PDA for example) through your home theater system. The optional RX101 doubles as an IR (infrared) receiver so you can place all your components out of sight and still maintain full remote control. Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team. They verify what's in the box, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Sorry, the Marantz NR1403 is no longer available. 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Sometimes your iPhone seems like a living thing. Let it breathe, in this soft silicone case.
FlexGrip Punch protects the back and sides of your iPhone in one continuous piece of silicone, ventilated throughout with 1 mm holes for a unique tactile sensation. The rim wraps around to the front to make sure your Multi-Touch display never comes in contact with hard surfaces. Strategically-placed cutouts give access to camera lens, mic, speaker, ports and controls.
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Faith Allowed Steve Harvey To Leave It All On The Stage: Original King of Comedy Retired From Stand-Up
Performing at a sold out MGM Grand, Las Vegas August 2, 2012, legendary comedian-turned-author, actor, and all-around media conglomerate Steve Harvey called it quits–from live stand-up performances. Harvey, who has enjoyed a highly successful show business career for nearly 30 years, retired from the thing that brought him fame–stand-up. During his self-proclaimed final stand-up comedy […] [Read More]


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eMedia My Piano Starter Pack for Kids - Small
The perfect way to introduce children to playing piano!
Introducing the eMedia My Piano Starter Pack.
This pack has everything your child needs to begin playing the piano: an electronic keyboard sized for small fingers, a power supply, and a USB cable for connecting the MIDI keyboard to your computer. The keyboard features built-in speakers and realistic sampled sounds. What's more, it comes with a great teacher, the new interactive eMedia My Piano CD-ROM (for Windows & Mac computers) for children ages 5 and up. eMedia My Piano Starter Pack now also comes with a bonus My Piano DVD.
The award-winning eMedia My Piano educational software is what sets this keyboard Pack apart from all others. In eMedia My Piano an animated character named Pam the Piano leads kids through over 100 lessons, authored and demonstrated by Irma Irene Justicia, M.A., who has taught at the renowned Juilliard School of Music. eMedia My Piano covers basics such as proper hand and finger position, learning notes, counting rhythm, playing harmonies, and reading music. All this and more is taught with popular songs and melodies. The interactive games interspersed throughout the method make learning fun and easy.
eMedia My Piano teaches with the help of videos and live recorded songs. The Animated Keyboard shows kids where to put their fingers as the music plays. The speed of the music can be adjusted with MIDI tracks, so kids can learn at their own pace. When My Piano is used with the MIDI keyboard included in this Pack, students get feedback on notes and rhythms they played incorrectly and are shown what they should have played instead. Separate audio tracks (left/right hand, piano only/voice only) and colorful MIDI accompaniments provide engaging practice options. Additional valuable tools such as a metronome and digital recorder are also included.
The eMedia My Piano Starter Pack also includes a bonus DVD for learning with the eMedia lessons on your TV. This makes learning even more accessible for when the computer is not convenient. The My Piano DVD features the same fun easy-to-follow lessons found in the My Piano CD-ROM.
The eMedia My Piano Starter Pack is the perfect way to introduce children to playing piano!
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Joel Edgerton Gossip
Joel Edgerton gossip, latest news, photos, and video.
Joel Edgerton's The Gift
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So you know how I was just recently saying that actor-directors are usually bad? Well, funny thing, Joel Edgerton just released his directorial debut, The Gift, and it's really good. So while yes, fewer actors should become directors, Joel Edgerton gets a pass because he is actually good at it. Full Story
Jesus Bale is back!
One of my favorite things ever is Jesus Bale, or what happens when Christian Bale gets particularly hirsute. How can you not love this? It cracks me up every time. So I'm really excited to see in the new Exodus: Gods & Guyliner trailer that Jesus Bale is making a comeback, and yes, I did little happy claps to see him once again. Full Story
Exodus: the trailer
The first trailer for Exodus: Gods and Kings was released yesterday. Or Gladiator 2 by Ridley Scott. Christian Bale stars as Moses. Joel Edgerton is Ramses. They were brothers. Now they're adversaries. God's picking sides. Or you could say Moses is Jon Snow. Except Robb Stark didn't grow up to hate him. Full Story
Myrtle & Tom
Check out Isla Fisher in costume as Myrtle Wilson in The Great Gatsby 3D (which isn't the official title but the notion seems so ridiculous it may as well be) shooting in Australia opposite Joel Edgerton as Tom Buchanan and Tobey Maguire's Nick Carraway. I think I might love her as Myrtle, just looking at her body language as they film a scene during which the two adulterers can't keep their hands off each other. Full Story
Tom Hardy at Comic-Con
Many of you yelled at me very loudly over email when I last wrote about Tom Hardy because I posted these photos of him with Joel Edgerton in Paris last month at a promotional event for their upcoming movie Warrior. These ones of him at Comic-Con on Thursday . Full Story


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Kosher Side Dishes
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by Tina Wasserman, Cooking & More
I often refer to this kugel as "killer kugel" and when you see the ingredients you'll know why!!! Actually, I served this dish to Joan Nathan when she was at my home and a few years back she featured it in her article in the New York Times! The readers liked it so much that the Times often prints it again around the holidays. Easy to make and absolutely delicious. Enjoy!
1/2 pound medium width noodles (see Tina's Tidbits)
Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and place in a 4 quart bowl.
Combine the cream cheese and the butter in the processor workbowl and blend until smooth. Scrape down sides of workbowl. Add the sugar and process until well combined. Add the sour cream, the vanilla, and eggs and process until well mixed. Pour into the 4 quart bowl with the noodles.
Stir the fruits in by hand and then pour mixture into a buttered 13 x 9 Pyrex dish. The mixture will almost overflow. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
When ready to bake, uncover and place in a preheated 350F oven and bake for 50 minutes.
Combine the walnuts with the sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle on top of the kugel. Dot with the remaining butter and bake for 20 minutes more. Serve warm or at room temperature. This could be made totally in advance, but it won't be as light.
Yield: 15 or more servings
Tina's Tidbits:
▪ The easiest way to dot butter is to freeze a stick of butter and then grate it over the top of your casserole.
▪ Refrigerating the mixture overnight allows the butter and cream cheese to solidify around the eggs and sour cream. This creates a mixture that will trap the air and puff up better when baked.
▪ If you don't want to use nuts, try crushing cocoa crisp cereal, sprinkling it on top of the kugel, and then dotting it with butter. The original recipe, given to me over forty years ago, used this topping, but I can't teach it or I would lose my credibility!
Recipes: Side Dishes, Noodle Kugel, Cheese, Dairy, Kosher


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New Orleans, LA (Sports Network) - Carlos Delfino scored 20 points off the bench on Wednesday to help the Houston Rockets take a 97-90 triumph over the New Orleans Hornets in preseason action from New Orleans Arena.
Chandler Parsons netted 18 points, while Kevin Martin and Terrence Jones donated 15 points apiece for the Rockets, who improved to 4-2 in the preseason.
Ryan Anderson connected on five 3-pointers en route to a game-high 23 points and Greivis Vasquez recorded a double-double with 13 points and 11 assists in the setback, New Orleans' fourth of the preseason.
Houston trailed 45-43 at the break, but the Rockets outscored the Hornets by 13 in the third and never trailed in the fourth en route to the victory.


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While lecturing in Brazil, Dr. Taylor Briggs, an authority on memory diseases is asked to consult on a patient found at the headwaters of the Amazon. During the examination, Taylor is accidentally exposed to a mysterious substance which unlocks a series of genetically stored memories inside his brain--memories that are not his but may be glimpses into the life of a nefarious killer.
Cast: Dennis Hopper, Ann-Margret, Billy Zane, Terry Chen, Tricia Helfer
Produced by: Anthony Badalucco, Bennett Davlin, Jesse Newhouse
Directed by: Bennett Davlin
Written by: Anthony Badalucco, Bennett Davlin
Running time: 1hr 38min
Opens: Mar 23, 2007 NY/LA
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38 CFR 26.7 - VA environmental decision making and documents.
(a) Relevant environmental documents shall accompany other decision documents as they proceed through the decision-making process.
(b) The major decision points for VA actions, by which time the necessary environmental documents must be completed, are as follows:
(3) Policy. Prior to final approval of a policy which substantially alters agency programs and which affects the human environment.
(4) Legislative proposals. Included in any recommendation or report to Congress on a legislative proposal which would affect the environment. The document must be available in time for Congressional hearings and deliberations.
(5) Major, minor, minor miscellaneous delegated projects, and non-recurring maintenance projects. Prior to contract award for working drawings or prior to in-house initiation of working drawings. If the Secretary of Veterans Affairs or designee makes a finding of compelling need, working drawings may commence prior to completion of the environmental compliance process. However, this will not preclude completion of environmental compliance prior to construction.
(6) Land acquisition for development. Prior to the Secretary's acceptance of custody and accountability (for Federal lands), or acceptance of offer to donate or contract for purchase (for private lands).
(c) Where emergency circumstances make it necessary to take an action with significant environmental impact without observing the provisions of these regulations, VA must act in accordance with CEQ Regulations, 40 CFR 1506.11.
(Authority: 42 U.S.C. 4321-4370a)
[51 FR 37182, Oct. 20, 1986, as amended at 54 FR 34987, Aug. 23, 1989]
Title 38 published on 2014-07-01.
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Guest Post by Jantien Stoter, affiliated with TU Delft, Kadaster and Geonovum in The Netherlands & Chair of EuroSDR commission Data Specifications, and Carsten Rönsdorf, Head of Advisory Services, Ordnance Survey International and Chair of OGC CityGML Specification Working Group on Thu, November 15, 2012
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Geonovum have organised a workshop on CityGML for national mapping, which will
be held 21/22 January 2013 at IGN in Paris. The aim of the workshop is to present
implementations of the OGC CityGML Encoding Standard, an open data model and XML-based
format for the storage and exchange of virtual 3D city models. Workshop
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Professor of Theater
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Current teaching schedule available on the public course finder.
Davis Robinson teaches acting, directing, and courses in Theater Styles, Comedy, Improvisation, Ensemble Devising, Physical Theater, and Shakespeare. He has worked professionally as an actor and director around New England for over twenty years in film, television, and on stage. He often directs for The Shakespeare Theater at Monmouth, most recently Blithe Spirit, Antony and Cleopatra, and Arsenic and Old Lace. This summer he will be directing their production of the American classic, Our Town. In 2007 he was movement coach for the world premiere of Leslie Epstein's King of the Jews in Boston. Next year he will be directing Waiting for Godot at the Theater Project in Brunswick, and working with the Columbian-American clown trio, The Fabulous Problemas. Recent shows for Bowdoin include End of Summer, A Little Night Music, Enemy of the People, and Angels In America.
He trained in Paris with Jacques LeCoq, and is particularly interested in movement-based theater, forgotten American plays, and the creation of original productions adapted from films, novels, and current events.
For several years he worked closely at Emerson College with renowned voice teacher Kristin Linklater. He is also founder and artistic director of the award-winning Beau Jest Moving Theater with whom he acts, writes, directs, and tours nationwide, including runs Off-Broadway and appearances at Lincoln Center and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival in Charleston, SC. Beau Jest recently staged two Tennessee Williams world-premieres for the Provincetown Tennessee Williams Festival, and toured the rarely seen original one-act, Ten Blocks on the Camino Real. Professor Robinson's book The Physical Comedy Handbook was published by Heinemann in 1999. His current research interests include Tennessee Williams, objects in action, and new methods for combining text and physicality in the devising process. Davis studied movement and improvisation for many years with Tony Montanaro at the Celebration Barn Theater, where he continues to teach workshops most summers.


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Canada has long been a country of net immigration and has designed its current immigration policy around attracting highly educated and skilled migrants for entry into its labor force. In this country profile, Ashley Challinor discusses the challenges associated with this approach and provides a sense of the actual scale and nature of migration into Canada.
The realities of poverty, underemployment, and a large working-age population mean that international labor migration is an expected and necessary part of life for many Bangladeshi men and women. Nazli Kibria of Boston University explains the challenges and opportunities facing Bangladesh as the small nation struggles to balance the need for economic migration and its resulting remittances with the protection of its citizens abroad.
Ronald Skeldon of the University of Sussex maps out the past and present migration patterns of China — the source of tens of millions of migrants around the globe — and discusses the country's budding status as an immigrant-receiving nation.
Arno Tanner of the Finnish Immigration Service and the Universities of Helsinki, and Tampere discusses the historical and current state of migration to and from Finland, and the country's immigration policy priorities going forward.
In addition to Palestinians, Jordan also hosts forced migrants from Iraq, especially since the 2003 U.S. invasion, as well as Lebanon. Géraldine Chatelard of the Institut français du Proche-Orient examines Jordan's large refugee population, emigration and remittances, labor migration to Jordan, and the government's migration-management policies in this updated profile.
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This pocket guide compiles some of the most credible, accessible, and user-friendly government and non-governmental data sources pertaining to U.S. and international migration. The guide also includes additional links to relevant organizations, programs, research, and deliverables, along with a glossary of frequently used immigration terms.
Over 100 million migrants live in the more developed regions of the world, including nine million in Northern Europe, 22 million in Western Europe and 38 million in the United States. This report takes a closer look at the challenges of immigration for Western countries.
This report examines the political context surrounding the 2007 French presidential election as it relates to immigration. It provides an overview of immigration to France and highlights notable demographic trends since 2000.
En años recientes, un flujo de estadounidenses que aumenta continuamente se ha estado dirigiendo a América Latina, especialmente para su jubilación. A medida de que la generación del "baby boom" envejece, se espera que ese flujo gane velocidad.
This report investigates the demographic characteristics and experiences of American retirees abroad through a focused study of two countries—Mexico and Panama—that have exhibited dramatic growth in the population of United States-born seniors in recent years. Findings on the decision-making process of emigrant retirees, their integration experiences, and their impact on local communities are drawn from an analysis of 17 interviews and nine focus group discussions.
This policy brief explores two key policy issues at the center of the May 2004 enlargement of the European Union: the potential for migration from the new Member States to the existing ones; and the need to develop a coherent immigration, asylum, and border control policy for the European Union.
Canada and Mexico's importance to the United States is more than simply a border-state phenomenon. The trading relationship between United States and Canada represents the largest bilateral flow of income, goods, and services in the world. Meanwhile, Mexico is the United States' second largest trading partner.