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 Marantz
For more than
half a century, the name Marantz has identified the best in home
entertainment. And today, even in the midst of burgeoning and
often confusing technology, these components still emulate the
vision that originally drove Saul Marantz to expand the sensory
horizons of even the most demanding aficionados. More than
any other person, Saul Marantz defined premium home
entertainment. Driven by his passion for music and his
accomplishments as a classical guitarist – accomplishments that
led to a close friendship with Andres Segovia – he was never
satisfied with the “hi fi” equipment of his day. So he built
better; first in his basement, later in a factory. His talent
for industrial design and his ability to infuse talented
engineers like Sidney Smith and others with his vision resulted
in legendary products.
Today Marantz is
synonymous with the very best CD Players and amplifiers, and
gaining awards in every Hi Fi magazine.
Sound Hi Fi are
proud to be one of only 21 Marantz Premium Dealers in the
UK and only one of 7 Marantz Legendary Dealers in the UK!.
We only supply
fresh Marantz UK stock. No imports here! You get the
full Marantz UK warrantee.
Marantz SC-7S2
Legendary Preamplifier
The SC-7S2
thoroughly updates the distinctive voice of the original Marantz
Model 7 preamplifier and further improves on the acclaimed
SC-7S1. This work of art defines new horizons in both musical
performance and contemporary elegance. It is an enduring
testament to the synergy of today’s technologies with frequency
response and channel separation far exceeding conventional
requirements. The SC-7S2 achieves these goals with a fully
balanced current-feedback topology and a power supply based on a
aluminium-encased toroid power transformer, Shottky barrier
rectifier diodes, and low-ESR electrolytic storage capacitors
for optimal power conditioning and distribution. Each input is
fully buffered with Marantz-developed discrete circuitry for
accurate signal transfer. Four Wolfson WM8816 high-precision
multi-gang volume controls and 12 Marantz-proprietary HDAM-SA
modules form an incredibly precise attenuation circuit fully
capable of 0.5 dB resolution throughout its entire 100 dB range.
The copper-plated aluminium chassis provides exceptional
dimensional stability while copper and steel sub-members offer
isolation from radio frequency (RF) and electromagnetic
interferences (EMI). And a Marantz system remote control lets
you enjoy the SC7S2’s exceptional performance from your
favourite listening/viewing location.
• Reference Series
full balanced control amplifier
• Built without any compromises on material and components
• Fully re-worked and re-voiced version of famous SC-7S1
• Ultra wide frequency range (3Hz - 150kHz)
• Current Feedback technology for fast and accurate signal
handling
• Fully symmetrical circuit layout with over 100dB channel
separation
• Balanced XLR in and out
• Digital high quality linear volume control with 4x Wolfson
WM8816
• New low noise Shielded Super Ring transformer and Shottky
barrier diodes
• Choke input system to reduce rectifier harmonic noise
• Rigid multi layer chassis construction with aluminium front
and side panels
• Multi-layer solid copper plated chassis, rear panel and system
block shielding
• Marantz’ newly developed HDAMs for Super Audio (HDAM SA)
• Floating control bus to control up to 4x SC-7S1 parallel for
multi-channel upgrade option
• Bi- (monaural) and triple-amp capability two drive up to 6x
MA-9S1 for the highest achievable stereo performance
• W 459mm H 136mm D 441mm Weight 21.8 kg
• 3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Retail price £4,999.00. We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
We will personally deliver and install at no extra charge.
Marantz MA-9S2
Legendary Monoblock power amplifier
Power output is 300
watts into 8 ohms, 600 watts into 4. This “double down”
capability speaks directly to the MA-9S2’s current delivery
prowess and, consequently, its ability to absolutely control any
loudspeaker.
First, consider the power supply. The toroid power transformer
benefits from a newly-developed “dual hemisphere” design with
acoustical isolation augmented by silicon steel and a damped
aluminium case. This greatly reduces internal vibration and sets
the stage for finer resolution of sonic nuances. Shottky barrier
diodes provide rectification for the voltage amplification stage
to eliminate subtle ripples that can negatively impact overall
clarity. Finally, the storage capacitor bank so important for
the current amplification stage is 50% larger than that used in
the S1 for even more prodigious yet superbly controlled bass
response.
In addition to fully balanced differential topology, the S2 uses
current feedback implemented with six HDAM-SA modules for faster
response and lower noise. Flexibility is a key element in the
MA-9S2’s appeal, too. Three switchable inputs (two single ended,
one balanced) complement the biwire-capable WBT speaker outputs.
• 300 Watts into 8
Ohms, 600 Watts into 4 Ohms
• >150 Amps Peak Current Supply
• Custom HDAM® SA Modules
• Full Current Feedback Amplifier Stage
• Double Shielded Low noise Toroidal Transformer
• Fully Balanced Amplifier Design
• Choke Input System Power Supply
• Custom Extruded Aluminium Heat Sink
• Heavy Gauge Internal Wiring
• All Copper Plated Chassis and Double Layered Bottom Plate
• Dual WBT® Speaker Outputs
• W 459mm H 198mm D 451mm Weight 37.4 kg
(each)
• 3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Retail price £4,999.00 each. We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values. We will personally deliver and install at no extra charge.
Marantz SC-11S1
Premium Pre-amplifier
The heritage of the
Marantz Model 7 and Model 9, which had an enormous impact on the
audio industry more than 40 years ago, is being continued with a
new model stereo pre-amplifier based on Marantz’ excellent
SC-7S2. Using as many components as possible from this control
amplifier and the same architecture as a guideline, the result
is simply outstanding. Not only technical and audiophile but
economical as well. Full balanced in-current feedback,
guaranteeing excellent signal integrity, Wolfson high-linear
electric volume control and the new Marantz own HDAM signal
amplifier, guaranteeing precision high-speed signal handling are
one of the appliances that makes this amplifier a true premium
product.
• Fully balanced
Current Feedback technology
• High quality linear volume control
• Shielded toroidal power transformer with very low impedance
• Customized "Blue Cap" film capacitors
• HDAM SA2: High speed amplifier module
• Digital high quality linear volume control
• Floating control bus system for Bi-amp
• Headphone out with Current Feedback
• MM/MC phone-EQ with Current Feedback
• Fully balanced XLR out and extra RCA pre-amp out
• Heavy copper coated aluminium top lid
• W 440mm H 127mm D 431mm Weight
16 kg
(each)
• 3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Retail price £2,499.00. We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values. We will personally deliver and install at no extra charge.
Marantz SM-11S1
Premium Stereo Amplifier
The Marantz SM-11S1
Premium Series stereo power amplifier is a no-compromise audio
component designed and engineered to provide extraordinary sonic
performance. With technology derived out of the Legendary
MA-9S2, the SM-11S1 is constructed using only the
highest-quality components, selected for optimum sonic purity.
The Marantz SM-11S1 appearance is as its sound quality,
available in silver or gold finish with a clean, synoptic front
panel. The SM-11S1 is designed to complement Marantz´s PM-11S1,
to bring out a even better fidelity, resolution and musicality
in either a bridged or bi-amping setup.
• Technology
derived from MA-9S2
• Full balanced stereo power amplifier
• Ultra stable power output of 2x 100W at 8ohms, 2x 200W at
4ohms
• Fast and accurate signal handling for signals up to 100kHz and
higher
• Instantaneous current delivery capability
• BTL switch mode
• HDAM-SA2 High speed amplifier module
• High speed input buffers for full integrity of the signal
• Customized "Blue Cap" film capacitors
• Large toroidal transformer with anti magnetic aluminium shield
case
• Two pair low impedance WBT speaker terminals
• Heavy copper plated aluminium top lid and aluminium die-cast
feet
• W 440mm H 168mm D 429mm Weight
27 kg
• 3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Retail price £2,499.00. We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values. We will personally deliver and install at no extra charge.
Marantz PM-11S1
Premium Integrated amplifier
Derived from
legends and build quality for audiophile purists, the PM-11S1
will leave you breathless. Every aspect of the design and
construction of the PM-11S1 stereo amplifier has received our
top engineers personal attention to attain uncompromised
quality. The copper-plated chassis and rear panel, reduce
signal-degrading electromagnetic interference, while its rigid
chassis and solid aluminium case virtually eliminate mechanical
vibration. A 3-stage construction with full Current Feedback and
with short, symmetrical signal paths, independent left and right
heatsinks, and new current feedback HDAMs ensure dynamic sound
and perfect stereo imaging. Its newly developed low impedance,
wide-bandwidth power supply ensures a massive reserve of energy,
to drive even difficult speakers with ease. To accommodate
the ultimate audiophile requirement we have included a top
quality MM/MC phono stage. The MC preamplifier employs the
traditional HDAM and the MC is designed using the newly
developed HDAM SA.
• 3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Power Output 100 RMS Watts at 8 Ohm 200 RMS Watts at 4 Ohm
(Independent test show 175/295W !)
Review from Hi Fi World
Review from Hi Fi Choice
Retail price £2,499.00 We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
Marantz PM-15S1
Premium Integrated
amplifier
 Developing
a successor for the widely appraised PM-17 series wasn't easy.
Inspired by the already legendary SC-7/MA-9 combination and
derived from the top class PM-11S1 we are proud to present the
new Marantz PM-15S1. Coupling impressive design with outstanding
performance we feel our engineers have created a worthy
successor. The amplifier is built according to the new Marantz
premium design without any visible screws, a heavy double layer
chassis and a slightly blue illuminated front. The 3-stage
construction with full Current Feedback and with short,
symmetrical signal paths, independent left and right heatsinks,
and new HDAM-SA2’s ensure dynamic sound and perfect stereo
imaging. Shortest signal path, best components, reduction of
external noise and other will further extend the quality.
Derived from the PM-11S1 we are using the electronic linear
volume control WM8816 from Wolfson. The PM-15S1 reflects our
engineers’ passion for pure music, designed with the true
audiophile in mind.
• 3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Power Output 90 RMS Watts at 8 Ohm 140 RMS Watts at 4 Ohm
On permanent demonstration in Dartmouth Devon
Review from Hi Fi News
Retail price £999.00 Our Price £949.00 We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
Marantz PM7001
Integrated
amplifier
The Marantz PM7001 stereo integrated amplifier is the perfect
solution for the audiophile seeking uncompromising musicality
with flexible operation and with 75w watts of power, ideally
suited for the Usher 520 loudspeakers. This superb Current
Feedback amplifier features symmetrical circuits for perfect
image balancing, and uses Customized Components and Current
Feedback HDAMs to preserve the music’s dynamic structure, tonal
quality and stereo image. The 2-stage construction concept, the
short, symmetrical signal paths and the stable power supply
further underline the superb build quality of the PM7001. The
phono MM input completes the list and makes the PM7001 the
perfect centre piece of your stereo system. Enjoy the
exceptional sound quality and power of the Marantz PM7001.
Power Output 75 RMS Watts at 8 Ohm 120 RMS Watts at 4 Ohm
On permanent demonstration in Dartmouth Devon
Review from The Netherlands
Retail price £349.00 Our Price £325.00 (free postage)
We will match any other
price and give truly exceptional part exchange values.
In
stock now.........
Marantz PM6002
Integrated
amplifier
• Power output:
2x45 RMS/8Ohm
• Input selector switch
• Loudspeaker A/B switching
• Direct audio switch
• Loudness button
• Gold plated phono sockets
• Gold plated loudspeaker terminals
• MM Phono input
• Mains input socket to allow for mains cable upgrades
Retail Price £279.00 Our price £249.00 We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
In
stock now.........
Marantz TT-15S1
An original product
made by the highly respected turntable firm Clearaudio in Germany
for Marantz. All of the many special parts have been specified
and designed by Ken Ishiwata and are not used in any other
product from Clearaudio. The tonal range and extension is superb
without any top-end harshness, giving a sound that is rich and
full, displaying fine tonal density and weight. The
TT-15S1 has a clean, open sound that brings out satisfying
levels of detail in large orchestral pieces. The fluidity and
smoothness of the player’s response always brings a smile.
The combination of cartridge, tone arm and the decoupling of the
motor and the acrylic platter and chassis delivers a detailed
and involving response. Marantz is serious in offering the music
enthusiast the opportunity to rediscover the joys of vinyl , as
is clear from the thinking of the irrepressible Ken Ishiwata and
his holistic view of systems and their sound.
- Michael Fremer, Stereophile, June 2006
“The [Marantz] TT-15S1 is basically an upgraded
Clearaudio Emotion (£710)…Clearaudio has upped its level of fit
and finish. The TT-15S1 has an attractive, jewel-like appearance
that’s pleasing to the touch. It also proved to be a more than
competent performer, quiet and surprisingly well damped. The
real star of the show is the supplied Clearaudio Virtuoso Wood
Ebony cartridge (£375, output 3.3mV), which gives the TT-15 a
startlingly full, coherent, dynamic sound. The cartridges
overall tonal picture was remarkably coherent from top to
bottom.”
So you take the
turntable at £710, the Ken Ishiwata modifications at a very
conservative £100, and add the cartridge at £375 and the total
comes to £1,185, a figure £210 more than the Marantz complete
kit price, go figure as the Americans frequently say!
Reading the reviews, you might conclude this is one of the very
best turntables around and quite a bargain too, well it is!
Come round and listen to one, or let us send you one?
Acryl chassis with massive aluminium feet
30mm thick acryl platter
Ceramic bearing
Endless silicon belt
Asynchronous motor without chassis contact
Marantz exclusive MM Clearaudio Cartridge in an ebony wood body
Anodised arm optimised to the system
Direct fixed, high grade interconnect of OFC copper with RCA
plugs
Magnetic anti skating system
Fine adjustable counterweight
Clever Clamp
Review from The Gramophone
Review from Hi Fi World
Review from
The Absolute Sound USA
Retail price £975.00 We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
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