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Top erhaltener CD Player mit Fernbedienung und Bedienungsanleitung. Optisch und technisch eine Augenweide. Das berüchtigte Zahnrad für die Lade und der Riemen sind nagelneu. Gerne ausprobieren und begutachten. Versand ist möglich.
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At €120 for excellent condition, this Marantz CD-52 MKII is a strong deal, sitting well below the typical used market where similar units regularly list between €170 and €180. While a predecessor model (the non-MKII CD-52) sometimes appears around €125, the MKII variant commands higher value due to its refined build, making this €120 listing an attractive bargain for a well-preserved piece.
The CD-52 MKII is a respected late-’90sMarantz player known for its smooth, musical sound and robust mechanical design, often favored for its warm tonality that complements both classic and modern recordings. When found in excellent condition with original accessories, it represents a reliable, high-value entry into vintage Marantz CD playback without the reliability headaches of later, more complex designs. This listing is a genuine buying opportunity for enthusiasts seeking quality at a fair 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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