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Marantz High-End Models (1970s-2024)
Most expensive models selling for $700+ in today's market
1970s "Silver Face" Era
FM Tuner
1963–1973
$2,000 – $4,000
Legendary FM tuner considered one of the best ever made. Fully restored units command premium prices due to exceptional FM reception and build quality.
Stereo Receiver
1975–1977
$3,000 – $7,000+
The ultimate collectible Marantz receiver. Massive 250-watt integrated unit with preamp, tuner, and power amplifier. Extremely rare and sought after by collectors.
Stereo Receiver
1976–1980
$4,000 – $10,000+
King of all Marantz receivers. 300-watt powerhouse with dual power supplies. The most expensive and sought-after vintage model. Only produced for a few years.
Stereo Receiver
1974–1977
$1,500 – $2,800
Highly sought-after for its warm, classic Marantz sound. 150-watt receiver known for exceptional audio quality. One of the most popular collector models.
Stereo Receiver
1978–1980
$1,800 – $3,000
185-watt receiver representing the peak of Marantz silver face design. Known for clean power output and reliable performance.
Stereo Receiver
1978–1980
$1,200 – $2,000
130-watt receiver known for its clean, powerful sound. Part of the final generation of silver face receivers before design changes.
Marantz-Model 2250B
Stereo Receiver
1978–1980
$900 – $1,700
105-watt receiver considered a sweet spot for many collectors. Excellent balance of power and affordability in the vintage market.
Separate Components
1971–1974
$1,200 – $2,500
Classic separate component system offering superior performance to integrated receivers. Often sold as a matched pair.
1980s-1990s High-End Separates
CD Transport & Digital Converter
1993–1995
$5,000 – $8,000+
Legendary "CD Player in a KI-Pearl case." Considered one of the best CD transports ever made. Separate transport and DAC units for maximum performance.
CD Player
1986–1995
$1,000 – $2,500
Flagship CD players from the heyday of CD audio. KI (Ken Ishiwata) signature versions command significant premium due to special tuning and components.
SC-7S1 / SM-7S1 Pre/Power Amp
Separate Amplifiers
1997–1999
$2,500 – $4,000+
Japanese-market "Reference Series" separates. SM-7S1 power amp features iconic massive power meters. Built to reference standards.
PM-95 KI Integrated Amp
Integrated Amplifier
Mid-1990s
$1,200 – $2,000
High-end integrated amplifier with Ken Ishiwata signature tuning. Represents peak 1990s Marantz engineering with premium components.
PM-80 KI Integrated Amp
Integrated Amplifier
1990s
$700 – $1,200
Well-regarded integrated amplifier with KI signature edition. Offers excellent value in the used market with premium tuning.
2000s-2010s Reference Series
SA-7S1 SACD Player
SACD/CD Player
2003–2007
$1,800 – $3,000
First generation of the Reference Series SACD players. Built like a tank with exceptional sound quality and construction.
SA-11S2/S3 SACD Players
SACD/CD Player
2009–2017
$1,500 – $3,000
Second and third generation of the highly regarded SA-11 series. Excellent build quality and reference-level SACD playback.
PM-11S2/S3 Integrated Amps
Integrated Amplifier
2009–2017
$2,000 – $3,500
High-end Class AB integrated amplifiers. Considered some of the best integrated amps of their era with 140W per channel.
PM-KI Pearl Lite Integrated Amp
Integrated Amplifier
2010–2014
$900 – $1,500
Limited edition Ken Ishiwata signature model commemorating his years with Marantz. Special tuning and premium components.
TT-15S1 Turntable
Turntable
2014–2021
$1,000 – $2,000
High-end Clearaudio-designed turntable. Features premium tonearm and exceptional build quality for analog playback.
2020s-Present Flagship Models
SA-10 SACD Player
SACD Player/Streamer
2017–Present
$6,000 – $8,000
Current flagship SACD player. Exceptional build quality and reference-level sound. Plays SACD, CD, and high-resolution digital files.
SA-7S3 SACD Player
SACD Player
2024
$4,500 – $6,500
Newest flagship SACD player replacing the SA-10 in some markets. Latest technology with premium construction.
PM-10 Integrated Amp (S1/S2)
Integrated Amplifier
2016–Present
$5,000 – $7,500
Flagship Class D integrated amplifier. Second generation (S2) features improved performance with 200W per channel.
Model 30 Integrated Amp
Integrated Amplifier
2020–Present
$3,000 – $4,000
Modern "Model" line reviving classic aesthetics with modern technology. 100W per channel with premium components.
SACD 30n Player/Streamer
SACD Player/Network Streamer
2020–Present
$3,000 – $4,000
Combines SACD playback with high-end network streaming capabilities. Supports all major streaming services and formats.
