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Marantz PM5 Integrated Amplifier (Solid State) Beautiful sounding integrated. 20 watts class A, switchable to 80 watts class AB. In my entirely uneducated (and self serving opinion), you’re unlikely to find a better sounding amp for the money 😄 Pickup Palmview. I do not currently have speakers for testing. If you’re local, I’m happy to bring it round for you to hook up 🤙 Condition: Very Good Payment Method: EFT Region/State: (QLD) Queensland/Australia By Schmerly 0 Comments AUD $750 Date: August 15, 2025Aug 15
At A$750, this Marantz PM-5 is a strong deal, sitting well below the median of A$822 and comfortably under the 75th percentile of A$1,341 from our recent AUD comparable listings. While new units are long gone (originally listed at 100,000 ¥ in 1980, roughly A$3,000+ adjusted), the used market for this vintage Esotec series rarely dips this low for a “very good” unit, making it an excellent buying opportunity rather than just a fair price.
The PM-5 is well-regarded for its rare dual-mode operation, switching between pure Class A (20W/ch) for warm, detailed sound at lower volumes and Class AB (80W/ch) for power when needed. Its ultra-low THD of 0.015% and wide 5 Hz–100 kHz frequency response deliver the clarity and depth that define this era of Marantz. Since the listing notes “very good” condition and includes no red flags, and the price is below the 25th percentile of A$576 only if you find one in lesser condition, this is a genuine bargain for a robust, versatile vintage integrated.
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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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