Marantz deliver on the sound

Advantages: Great looks, expansive open and detailed
Disadvantages: Lacks a little bite, not ideal for loud volumes

...There are a number of high quality amplifiers at the moment within the budget range and Marantz certainly figures prominently in this group. As with all of these amplifiers, they each seem to provide their own characteristic or sonic signature. In the case of Marantz, I usually consider them to be very open throughout the mid range and delivering a crisp clean bass or "snap" to the music. Therefore it was of a great interest to me to finally hear this particular amplifier which has been so highly praised in many publications. When you see this amplifier, it looks expensive, it has a curvy attractive design which certainly belies it's price tag. It is clear that there has been a great emphasis on aesthetics to allow this to stand up in this very competitive market and it certainly gets top marks for that. Secondly a welcome addition...

grandchamp 12.09.2009 · Read review
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Review of Marantz PM 6002

Marantz PM66-SE

Advantages: Features, durability, looks and abilities as a Dolby 2.0 Receiver
Disadvantages: Poor control over demanding music, weak midrange and a general lack of muscles.

...This is an ok amp. Nothing more, nothing less. It plays neutral with a coloring a bit towards the warm side (typical Marantz). It is has all the features needed for an amp today (Thumbs up for the 'Source Direct' switch!), looks good and is easy to use. The problem with this amp is, unfortunately, it's ability to present music. Even though it has no "screaming" weaknesses, it has no apparent strengths neither. It becomes a bit boring too me. Midrange is the weakest side of this amp. When given songs where theres a lot going on in the midrange (Soilwork - Follow The Hollow, Pink FLoyd - The Dark Side of The Moon), it gets messy. It also lacks the open "top" to give Tool - Vicarious or Dire Straits -The Man's Too Strong the snappy sound it deserves. Also the bottom tends to get a bit "wool-like". Almost as it looses controls when...

RuneArnesen 30.05.2007 (31.05.2007) · Read review
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Review of Marantz PM 66 SE

marantz pm7200 experience

Advantages: Loads of different features 90 watt per channel
Disadvantages: size weigth and over heating

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cksmith75 04.09.2005 · Read review
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Review of Marantz PM 7200

A great sounding amp at a budget price

Advantages: A1 sound for the money, good price, great build, good looks
Disadvantages: Very little - perhaps underpowered a tad

...Introduction................................. I owned a Marantz PM66se until fairly recently, upgrading to a much more powerful NAD c370. Whilst the NAD is obviously more powerful, it lacks some of the subtly and musicality of the Marantz amp. The Marantz has all the features most people will ever need, and you can now pick one up for a bargain price. IT even looks good (in my opinion - although I am a fan of the 'Marantz look'). Features....................................... The following features are of note: - It has a phono input for a record player - There are 3 line sources and a further 2 tape loops (you can use these as line inputs anyway) - The amp puts out a claimed 50 watts per channel RMS - There is a 'source direct' button to bypass the balance and tape monitor controls - The amp comes with a comprehensive...

AlecHodgson 28.07.2005 · Read review
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Review of Marantz PM 66 SE

Enchanting amp for a fairytale price

Advantages: Amazingly clear sound (especially so in Class A), well built
Disadvantages: Very heavy, maybe not visually to some peoples tastes, can get hot in Class A

...As anyone with a hi-fi separates system knows, whatever equipment you have can never be good enough. As soon as one piece of kit is purchased, another starts to look outdated or outclassed. Having recently purchased a Marantz Signature amp to complement Mission Floorstanders, my Pioneer amps were beginning look and feel somewhat old. I had been so pleased with the Marantz CD player (a CD-63 mkII KI), and have previously owned Marantz amplifiers, that the decision to buy the PM7200 KI was fairly straightforward. It has been widely proclaimed one of the best dual class amps in the sub-£1000 price bracket, and as someone with not a lot of spare money, this was a welcome relief! Obviously a dual class amp for around £400 is quite a rarity, let along a Signature Marantz edition. Reading up on the amp in various magazines and websites...

helencooke01 21.02.2005 · Read review
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Review of Marantz PM7200KI

Use it or you will pay

Advantages: Simple but good
Disadvantages: none

...your input device (CD player, mini disc, tape deck, turntable etc..) and then drives the speakers to produce that lovely sound. Without an amplifier there is no music, so it is an important component in any system in fact it is the beating heart of music listening. The Marantz. This Amp cost me £140, its retail price is £230, but I got a deal from Richer Sounds, for a couple of reasons (see Richer Sounds review). This is the Amp, I finally got after my previous midi (integrated) system went phut. I did not want to spend a fortune, but wanted something of decent quality. Now with an amplifier, you should not look for lovely gimmicks and gadgets, it needs to do its very simple job well. If it has gadgets and lots of weird buttons, these will normally detract from its basic function. The Marantz has no gadgets, it is a simple...

KingHerrod 25.03.2001 · Read review
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Review of Marantz PM 6010 OSE

Volvo 440 1.7 automatic

Advantages: Performs well, very reliable, comfortable, practical, roomy
Disadvantages: Not as well built as some Volvos

...Nearly 7 years ago I bought a nice Volvo 440 1.7 automatic from a fireman who was selling it for something bigger to accommodate his ever growing family. I saw the car for sale in the local press and went to have a look at it. I was very pleased with the car, it had a lot of creature comforts you would expect (central locking, electric front windows, electric sunroof, power assisted steering and a height adjustable front seet - which is very important if, like me, you have short legs !). Driving the car was a pleasure - very comfortable, and although the car is quite low to the ground this was not a problem as you could raise the drivers seat. The car handled very well and because these Volvos are quite light, it was very nippy too. I was also pleased with the insurance costs too. I cannot recall the exact figure but I do know...

Buenosdias 20.11.2003 (13.12.2003) · Read review
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Review of Volvo 440

Marantz cd5400 experience uncovered

Advantages: Uncover brilliant level of detail solid build
Disadvantages: Some features seem useless

...I have had this cd player for close to a year now and i can confidentally say it still works exactley the same from the day i purchased it, which compared to some of its rivals wheer the laser goes weak or the motors go slugish the marantz cd5400 truly has a high quality build to it. If your a marantz fan then you should already have trust in what they can produce and to me the marantz cd5400 is the back bone to a nice high quality system. It is not the best cd player around but for the money I can gurantee you will find it very hard to fin a cd player more impressive then the marantz cd5400. When i first listened to my cd5400 i was that impressed by the acoustical detail it uncoverd i actully had to go down stairs and steal my moms mozart collection just to see how great it was. The only draw backs to this cd player is...

cksmith75 04.09.2005 · Read review
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Review of Marantz CD5400

Cobra 440 SZ - Forgiving, Accurate and Long!

Advantages: Large Clubhead, Huge "Sweet Zone", Very Forgiving, Long
Disadvantages: Make sure you don't buy the "unlimited" version

...I purchased this driver about 18 months ago when it was reasonably new to the market and have being impressed with it ever since. It is attractive to look at and inspires confidence at address with a large clubhead and great design. Cobra have forged a name for themselves in the driver and fairway woods market in recent times and are widely renowned as a great club for length and forgivness: the 440 SZ is no exception. Although it is not the most recent in the Cobra series having being overtaken by newer models such as the "Speed" drivers and the new LD models, the 440 SZ is still a fantastic club and well worth a look at a much lower price than the most recent of additions. The club is available at around £100 and can be found for around £60/£70 on eBay having originally retailed at £249. Without a doubt the most outstanding...

roberto900 17.07.2007 · Read review
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Review of Cobra SZ 440 Conforming Driver

WF440,

Advantages: big drum, fast spin
Disadvantages: few

...Excellent machine, a true godsend after my clapped out old w/dryer died a week ago. No time for tears. Its replacement, the WF440 now has pride of place in its stead. This machine has a 6kg drum, meaning that you can get just that bit extra in. I spent a good few days comparing all the different models, and although this one comes in at around £300, I am glad that I spent the extra. A standard size to squeeze into the usual space, The spin speed was another key selling feature, as you can adjust on an easy to use dial - no spin at all for the most delicate of items or 1400 rpm at the upper end of the scale - mine sits on 1400 rpm as it reduces the time spent drying the clothes. I was impressed by this feature. Another dial to select which wash you want (standard really) but gives the temperatures as a guide which is great...

CriticNic 21.10.2004 · Read review
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Review of Hotpoint WF440P