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Marantz PM6005 integrated amplifier in good cosmetic condition and full working order. Slight marks on left hand side see photos but this is a lovely clean example and sounds superb. New remote included. Specifications
Audio Inputs: 5
Audio Outputs: 2
Colour: Black
Number of Channels: 5
Number of Inputs: 5
Number of Outputs: 2
Power: 45W
Country of Origin: Vietnam
Connectivity: RCA, Digital Coaxial, Digital Optical, Phono
Mains Voltage: 240V
Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 70 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.08% (20 Hz–20 kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 102 dB (high level, 2V input)
Dimensions (W × D × H): 440 × 370 × 105 mm
Weight: 7.6 kg
The asking price of US$293 for the used Marantz PM6005 is a fair deal, sitting just US$10 above the median of US$283 from our 14 recent comparable USD listings. It comfortably falls between the 25th percentile (US$252) and 75th percentile (US$336), indicating a solid market value without being ambitious or a deep bargain. This pricing aligns well with typical used market expectations for this integrated amplifier, making it a reasonable entry point for a buyer.
The Marantz PM6005 is well-regarded for its versatile playback, delivering 45 watts into 8 ohms with exceptional clarity and low distortion (0.08% THD). It excels in analog and digital audio decoding, featuring optical and coaxial inputs powered by a high-quality Cirrus Logic DAC. Its original-owner condition and inclusion of standard accessories like remote and power cable add meaningful upside, presenting a clean buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a reliable, well-built integrated amp at a fair price.
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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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