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This £818 ask is hard to benchmark because “Marantz MR 2021” is not a recognized CD player model—Marantz’s CD lineup uses the “CD” prefix (e.g., CD 6007, CD 7000) while “MR” denotes vintage receivers (like the MR‑2020), so the listing title may be mislabeled. Without a confirmed model, the price sits outside the typical used range for genuine Marantz CD players, which usually run £120–£450 for entry/mid units and £500–£900 only for high-end flagships like the CD‑11 or SACD‑10; if this is actually a receiver, £818 is ambitious unless it’s a pristine, fully serviced example with original accessories.
Treat this as a cautionary listing until the exact model is verified: ask the seller for the front-panel photo, serial number, and a clear description of what’s included (remote, cables, box). If it turns out to be a legitimate high-end Marantz CD player in original-owner condition with full accessories, the price could be fair to slightly strong; if it’s a misidentified receiver or an unverified unit, the upside disappears and the risk of hidden issues rises. Don’t assume it’s a bargain until the model is confirmed.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Marantz originated in the United States, founded in 1953 by Saul Bernard Marantz, a music enthusiast and amateur musician born in Brooklyn in 1911. Dissatisfied with the audio equipment of the era, he crafted the groundbreaking Audio Consolette preamplifier in 1952 from his New York home, selling the first 100 units rapidly and prompting the formal establishment of the company in Woodside, Queens. Though production later shifted to Japan in partnership with manufacturers like Standard Radio in 1966, and the brand evolved through ownership changes including Superscope and eventual integration into larger groups, its heritage remains rooted in American ingenuity and a relentless pursuit of musical fidelity.
The brand excels in high-end audio components, particularly amplifiers, preamplifiers, and integrated systems that defined its golden era. Iconic models like the Model 7 preamplifier (1958), Model 9 power amplifier (1960), and Model 10B tuner (1964) set benchmarks for performance, while later offerings expanded to tuners, receivers, and CD players. Marantz briefly ventured into speakers under designer Ed May in the 1970s but focused primarily on electronics rather than turntables, headphones, DACs, or cables, emphasizing separates renowned for their "Most Musical Sound."
Marantz commands a premium position in the hi-fi market, revered as a high-end pioneer that shaped the audiophile landscape through the 1970s zenith. Today, it blends vintage allure with modern elegance, appealing to discerning buyers who value durability, innovation, and warm, detailed sound signatures over mass-market accessibility.
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