How to Control HEOS from a Mac
Denon and Marantz do not make an official Mac app for HEOS. Here is how to get full HEOS playback control on macOS with HEOS Surfer — in under a minute.
Step-by-step: control HEOS from Mac with HEOS Surfer
Your Mac and HEOS device need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. Everything else is automatic.
Download HEOS Surfer from the Mac App Store
One-time purchase, no account needed. The app installs like any other Mac app.
Open HEOS Surfer — it appears in your menu bar instantly
No setup wizard. The app icon appears in the menu bar as soon as it launches. No Dock icon, no window.
Your HEOS device is found automatically
HEOS Surfer scans your local network using Bonjour and discovers any HEOS-enabled Denon or Marantz device within a few seconds. Your Mac and the device need to be on the same Wi-Fi network.
Click the menu bar icon to open the player
The compact player opens. You can see what is playing, control playback, adjust volume, and switch sources — all from here.
Control playback however you like
Use the player for full controls, or scroll your trackpad directly on the menu bar icon to adjust volume without opening anything. Media keys on your keyboard also work.
$9.99 · One-time purchase · macOS 14+
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Frequently asked questions
Can I control HEOS from a Mac?
Yes — with a third-party app. There is no official HEOS app for macOS, but HEOS Surfer connects directly to any HEOS-enabled Denon or Marantz device over your local network and gives you full playback control from the Mac menu bar.
Does my HEOS device need to be on the same network as my Mac?
Yes. HEOS Surfer discovers devices on your local Wi-Fi network using Bonjour. Your Mac and your HEOS device need to be connected to the same network.
Do I need the HEOS app installed to use HEOS Surfer?
No. HEOS Surfer connects directly to your device using the HEOS network protocol. The official HEOS mobile app does not need to be installed.
Can I start playback from HEOS Surfer, or only control existing playback?
Both. You can start internet radio streams directly from HEOS Surfer, or take control of playback that was already started from another app or device.
What HEOS devices work with HEOS Surfer?
Any Denon or Marantz device with HEOS built in — speakers, AV receivers, soundbars, and network amplifiers. If it works with the HEOS app on iOS or Android, it works with HEOS Surfer.