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Marantz 8802A AV Processor Marantz 8802A Audio Video Processor Condition: As new. Features: High-performance 11.2-channel processor, perfect for setups up to 7.2.4. Excels in both movies and music, delivering brilliant sound quality. Highlights: Reliable and rock-solid operation, including flawless HDMI CEC controls. Independent dual subwoofer output management. Includes original shipping box and accessories. If you're looking for a processor that handles everything exceptionally without requiring more than a 7.2.4 system, this is the ideal choice! Only selling due to an upgrade to an Anth
This is a seller’s market for high-end Marantz preamps right now, and the A$2,600 asking price for this “like_new” Marantz 8802A is ambitious compared to the typical used AUD market. Based on three recent comparable AUD listings, the median is A$2,352, with the 75th percentile at A$2,454; this listing sits well above that, exceeding the 75th percentile by about A$148, so it’s not a bargain but rather a premium ask for a unit claiming near-new condition.
That extra cost could be worthwhile if the condition is genuinely pristine and includes original accessories or a clean ownership history, since the 8802A (often the AV8802A preamp) is highly regarded for its Dolby Atmos processing, 13.2-channel flexibility, and robust build. It excels as a centerpiece for large home theater or multi-room hi-fi setups, and a like-new unit in rare original-owner condition can be a smart buy if you’re avoiding the wear and uncertainty of older examples. Just verify the actual model (AV8802A vs. 8802A) and confirm what’s included before committing at this 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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