RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Description:Up for sale is a stunning, time-capsule quality Marantz SR4120 2-channel stereo receiver.Renowned for its clean power output and discrete high-current main power amplifier stage, this unit is a highly capable and reliable powerhouse. It is a perfect fit for a dedicated home vinyl setup, an apartment hi-fi system, or driving a pair of passive studio monitors.This exceptionally complete package includes its original factory cardboard shipping box with internal packing materials, the original factory remote control, AM/FM antennas, and the original factory owner's manual. A service label on the rear panel notes that this receiver was fully serviced by Electronic Service Labs in Connecticut.Operational & Cosmetic ConditionCosmetics: Excellent condition overall. The faceplate, main chassis knobs, and rear connection panel are exceptionally clean and pristine. There are only a few minor, minor surface specks on the top side of the cabinet consistent with careful handling.Testing: The unit powers on flawlessly, the multi-function fluorescent matrix status screen is bright and crisp, and all front panel controls operate smoothly. Please note that full audio performance bench testing with external speakers or source inputs has not been conducted.Technical SpecificationsPower Output (8 Ω): 60 Watts per channel RMS (20Hz - 20kHz, < 0.09% THD)Power Output (4 Ω): 80 Watts per channel RMS (20Hz - 20kHz, < 0.09% THD)Phono Preamp Stage: Dedicated internal MM (Moving Magnet) phono input for plugging a turntable directly into the receiver without requiring external preamps.Line-Level Audio Inputs: RCA terminals for CD, AUX, Tape (In/Out), and CD-R/MD (In/Out).Pre-Amp Outputs: Stereo RCA Pre-Out terminals (allowing easy connection to an external power amplifier if desired).Speaker Outputs: Speaker A and Speaker B terminals (banana plug compatible layout).Tuner Section: 30 random programmable AM/FM memory slots with independent front panel Bass, Treble, and Balance adjustments.Headphone Jack: Front-facing 1/4" (6.3mm) gold-plated stereo headphone port.Dimensions: 17-5/16" W x 5-3/8" H x 15-7/16" DNet Weight: 16.5 lbs. (Unpacked unit weight)Terms of Sale, Shipping & PickupThe receiver has been visually inspected, power-tested, and described to the best of our abilities. Due to the nature of vintage and pre-owned electronics, it is sold as-is.Local Pickup: Welcomed and highly encouraged in Farmington, CT (06032).Secured Shipping: If shipping is required, the unit will be professionally packed inside its original factory box with care taken to preserve the OEM box characteristics. Fully insured carrier tracking will be applied.
US$195 looks fair to slightly strong, not a steal but comfortably in the buy zone for a clean SR4120. This is a respected older Marantz stereo receiver from around 2000, rated at 60 watts per channel into 8 ohms, and its used value tends to sit in the low-to-mid hundreds rather than the bargain-bin tier, so US$195 is a sensible ask if it’s working properly and presentable.
What makes it worthwhile is the classic Marantz sound and straightforward build: solid discrete amplification, decent phono support, and enough current for efficient speakers in a good two-channel setup. It’s especially appealing if it’s an original-owner unit with the remote, manual, and no scratchy controls or channel dropouts. Age is the main caveat, so check that all inputs, the volume pot, and the tuner are healthy, but at this price it reads as a sensible enthusiast buy rather than a risk.
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.
See all Marantz listings on RADAR.
