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Amplificatore integrato della celebre serie Console, fabbricato in Giappone e progettato in California. Potenza 76 + 76 watt, controlli di tono per alti, medi e bassi, perfettamente funzionante, esemplare in condizioni estetiche eccellenti. Peso 16 kg.
US$771 looks ambitious unless this one is freshly serviced, exceptionally clean, or includes the original cabinet and paperwork. Typical used pricing I found clusters more around about US$550 to US$800 for working examples, with nicer restored or serviced units pushing above that, so this listing is sitting at the top end rather than being a clear bargain.
That said, the 1152 is a respected late-’70s Marantz piece: smooth, full-bodied sound, solid build, and enough muscle for real-world speakers. If the amp is quiet, all controls behave, and the phono stage is healthy, it can be a very satisfying buy. At this price, though, I’d want proof of service, recent testing, and clear photos of the faceplate, wood case if present, and rear panel before jumping.
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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