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Marantz 2238B stereophonic receiver in Very Good conditionGreat sounding, fully working receiver with only light cosmetic wear as listed below.Mid line Marantz from the silver face era with the gyro touch tuning wheel and the blue dial everyone recognizes. 38 watts per channel, three band tone controls, phono and aux inputs, a tape monitor loop, and two speaker pairs. Enough power for most vintage and modern speakers without taking over a room. The dial and meters light bright blue and all were replaced with blue LED. Serial number U1223885.Condition: Overall we rated this as Very Good. Light scratching on the black top cover, as seen in photos. Faint marks on the brushed aluminum face along the lower edge. Front panel silkscreen is crisp and complete. All knobs and switches are present and undamaged. Rear speaker terminals and jacks are clean with no corrosion. Case is straight with no dents and the corners are clean.Test Results: Fully tested and working. Powers up with the dial and both meters fully lit. Tunes and locks FM and AM with the tuning and signal meters tracking. All controls sweep clean with no scratchiness or dead spots. Phono, aux, and the tape monitor loop all pass signal. Both speaker pairs switch and pass signal. Headphone output works. Set up for easy demo with vinyl or CD in our hifi showroom at our shop in Milwaukee, WI.Details:AM FM stereo receiver, 38 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 48 into 4 ohmsThree band tone controls, bass, mid, and treblePhono, aux, and tape monitor inputsTwo speaker pairs, main and remote, on quick connect terminalsOptional WC-122 wood case not includedSerial number U1223885, Marantz, Chatsworth, California, produced in Japan, 1977 to 1979In the Milwaukee Area? Stop in our shop to inspect/demoSee our feedback and thank you for considering. All the gear we sell is packaged with great care for safe arrival in the condition advertised and backed up by our 14 day full refund policy in the event you are not happy for any reason.Local Pickup at our shop in Milwaukee, WIMilwaukee Vintage10220 W. Greenfield AveMilwaukee, WITues-Friday 11-6Saturday 11-3
With recent comparables centered at US$800 and the upper quartile at US$900, this US$900 ask lands right at the top of the usual range, so it reads as fair-to-ambitious rather than a bargain. It is not overpriced if the unit is exceptionally clean, fully serviced, or notably original, but at this level the condition has to justify the ceiling.
That still makes sense for a Marantz 2238B because these early-’70s receivers are loved for their warm, easygoing sound, strong phono section, and classic build quality. A tidy example with intact cosmetics, smooth controls, and proof of recent servicing can be a satisfying buy; if it is all-original and working properly, the premium is about paying for a desirable survivor rather than chasing a deal.
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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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