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Svart Marantz model 50 säljes. Jättefin analog stereoförstärkare i utmärkt skick, allt fungerar som det ska. Kartong och tillhörande fjärrkontroll finns. Upphämtning på plats i Nykvarn. Går givetvis att testa på plats med ett par B&W-högtalare. Fler bilder kan skickas om så önskas.

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Compared with the obvious alternative of buying used around the median kr11,612, this at kr15,500 is ambitious, sitting well above the 75th percentile kr12,435. It is not a bargain-priced listing, so I’d only lean in if the seller can justify the premium with exceptional condition, full packaging, or recent purchase with very light use.

That said, this is a well-liked integrated with a clean, modern Marantz voicing: smooth, composed, and easy to live with, while still giving enough drive for sensible speakers. If it’s truly tidy and complete, the upside is owning a current model with minimal buyer risk versus older gear. At this price, I’d want clear photos, proof of ownership, and confirmation that all inputs, controls, and remote work properly.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Marantz

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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