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We have traded in a Marantz TT42 P automatic turntable in great condition. This model features the in built phono pre amp which means in can plug into any Aux input without requiring a seperate phono pre amp, great for plugging into items from soundbars or powered speakers or even stereos that dont have a dedicated phono marked input.
We do not have a box or packaging for this unit and NO free shipping applies to pre loved goods.
This unit will come with a limited 3 month warranty.
This is a buyer’s market for the TT42 class right now, and A$385 looks ambitious rather than fair. Recent used asks cluster much lower, with working examples commonly around A$150–A$250 equivalent, while rough units and parts decks fall well below that; A$385 only makes sense if this one is exceptionally clean, serviced, and complete.
What makes it appealing is the TT42’s easy, fully automatic convenience and generally decent, plug-and-play sound for casual-to-serious vinyl listening. It’s a sensible choice if you want a fuss-free deck with the original cartridge, lid, and a known-good motor/belt setup, but at this price you should want proof of smooth automation, stable speed, and intact accessories before paying up.
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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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