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Marantz CD6004 - CD Player - Excellent w/ Original Box
Why This One
Excellent condition - light signs of use, no obvious issues
Fully tested - flawless results across all functional checks
Cirrus Logic CS4398 DAC with HDAM-SA2 output stage - 110 dB SNR.
Includes original box - ideal for safe storage or onward shipping.
Condition: Excellent
This Marantz CD6004 is an excellent-condition CD player. It has passed our full 7-point functional test with perfect results. Please review all photos carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the cosmetic condition of the product.
What's Included
Marantz CD6004
Original Box
About This Model
The Marantz CD6004 is a dedicated CD player built around the Cirrus Logic CS4398 multi-bit Delta-Sigma DAC, paired with Marantz's own HDAM-SA2 discrete output stage for precise, dynamic analogue conversion. It delivers gold-plated RCA analogue outputs alongside both coaxial and optical digital outputs, making it straightforward to integrate into a wide range of systems. A front-mounted USB port adds playback of MP3, WMA, AAC, and PCM files from thumb drives or Apple devices, while a front headphone jack with variable volume control allows direct listening. Measured performance is strong, with a signal-to-noise ratio of 110 dB, dynamic range of 100 dB, and THD of just 0.002%. The chassis uses a solid metal bottom plate with the disc mechanism centrally positioned to minimise vibration, and the analogue and digital power supplies run on separate rectifier circuits to keep noise floors low. Disc compatibility covers CD, CD-R, and CD-RW formats.
A great opportunity to own a Marantz CD6004 at this price point.
At US$294, this sits above the usual used market for a Marantz CD6004, which clusters around a median of US$248 and tops out near US$271 at the 75th percentile. That makes the ask a bit ambitious rather than outrageous, and I’d only move quickly if the condition is exceptional or it includes extras that matter.
The CD6004 is a well-liked late-era Marantz player with the kind of smooth, easygoing presentation many listeners buy Marantz for, and it’s a solid match for anyone wanting a dependable, musical CD spinner rather than a flashy spec sheet machine. At this price, the appeal is strongest if it’s a clean, original-owner unit with the remote, manual, and verified laser performance; otherwise, I’d want more room in the price.
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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