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c.1960 Marantz 7 Preamplifier And 8 Power Amplifier.Excellent Overall Condition (See All Photos).The 7 Comes With The Original Optional Wood Cabinet That Retains Its Original Natural Finish. The Cabinet Has A Few Small Marks, But Is In Excellent Condition And Is Very Clean And Presentable (Top, Bottom, And Sides Are Shown In The Listing Photos).The 8 Has A Few Small Spots Of Finish Blems, But is Also In Excellent Original Condition And Very Presentable. It Does Not Have A Tube Cage.These Amps Were Purchased From The Wife Of The Original Owner And Were Remarkably Untouched From Original When We Got Them.The 7 Is Completely Original With No Modifications Except The Selenium Rectifier Was Replaced To Insure Trouble Free Operation Into The Future. The Original Selenium Rectifier Was Kept And Is Included. The Tubes Are The Original 6 Telefunken 12AX7 Tubes And They Operate Perfectly.The Volume Pot On The 7 Is Slightly Scratchy But Still Operates Well And The Unit Sounds Incredible With Zero Coloration, Almost Holographic Imaging, And Wonderful Clear Grain-Free Midrange. Without Trying To Sound Too Flowery, There’s A Reason Why These Amps Are Legendary, With Some Regarding The Tube Marantz 7 As The Best Preamplifier Ever Produced…The 8 Has Original Electronics Except For A Recap To Ensure It Remains Problem-Free For Many Years. It Works Flawlessly With Clear, Full Signal And Feels Powerful Well Beyond Its Rated 30 Watts Per Channel. The Massive Transformers Are Rock-Solid And The Unit Weighs A Sturdy 56 lbs. The 8’s Rare Original British Mullard/RCA Black Plate XF2 Double Getter EL-34 Power Tubes Work Perfectly And Test Strong (And Finding An Excellent Quartet Of These If You Can Will Cost Up To $2000 Or More). The 6BH6 Tubes Are U.S. Made Zeniths And The 6CG7’s Are U.S. Zenith And RCA. As Nice A Marantz Pair As We Have Seen, These Amps Will Probably Still Be Working Well Long After We Are Gone…Local Pickup Is Preferred But We Will Ship These In Two Separate Boxes.Message Us With Questions Here Or Our FineVintageGuitars.com Site.
At US$8,995, this Marantz Model 6-G speaker listing is aggressively overpriced, sitting far above the 75th percentile of US$3,824 and nearly triple the median of US$1,631 from recent comparable listings. While these vintage bookshelf speakers originally cost around US$150–170 in 1972 (¥44,900), they typically fetch only US$200–700 in good working condition, with some sellers noting even US$200 for units in better shape than average finds. The asking price is not a bargain; it’s a clear mismatch with the market.
The Model 6-Gs are respected for their compact size and warm, natural midrange typical of early Marantz Imperial series, making them a fun addition for small rooms or desktop setups. However, at this price, buyers should expect pristine original-owner condition, intact grilles, and possibly matching stands or original packaging—none of which are confirmed here. Unless the listing includes rare extras or museum-grade preservation, this is not a worthwhile buy; a fair deal would be closer to US$200–400.
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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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