Gorgeous new Marantz player - Blu-ray Forum

btf1980 · 05-08-2009, 03:39 PM

In all black.

http://www.avguide.com/blog/marantz-...%93-back-black

Beta Man · 05-08-2009, 04:02 PM

looks nice.....

I'll wait to see the U.S. pricing and availability though

Johnny Vinyl · 05-08-2009, 05:26 PM

Nice is too nice a word to describe these beauties...

Mind if I

all over your thread?

And to add...I

down to Mr. Ken Ishiwata once again The man is almost single-handledly responsible for the resurgence of this terrific brand name.

John

sinister184 · 05-08-2009, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

I'll wait to see the U.S. pricing and availability though

if you have to ask, its to much.

naturephoto1 · 05-08-2009, 07:30 PM

It looks nice. But, I have no interest, and I highly doubt that it will perform better than my present modified equipment.

Rich

Johnny Vinyl · 05-08-2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by naturephoto1

It looks nice. But, I have no interest, and I highly doubt that it will perform better than my present modified equipment.

Rich

Hey Rich,

Probably not, but I'll bet they still sound wonderful.

I was in an "open-by-appointment only" HT dealer here in my home town last week. The door was open, so I just walked in. Anyway, the guy was really pleasant and let me linger for a bit. I immediately noticed the Marantz Reference Line of equipment, along with several Martin Logan's. One of the rooms had a Marantz SC-11S1 Power amp, Marantz SM-11S1 Preamp, Marantz SA-11S2 SACD/CD player connected to some ML Spires (yes, Rich's new babies). I gotta tell you Rich, this system blew me away. I listened briefly to DSOTM and Jazz At The Pawnshop, after which I offered him my first-born.

. My only regret was that no Turntable was available. When I asked him he matter of factly told me that his customer base wasn't the type of clientele to mess with vinyl. They want upper-end gear and convenience. How sad really as they don't know what they are missing.

John

PS: How's the new TT rig? Still spinning feverishly?

naturephoto1 · 05-08-2009, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by John72953

Hey Rich,

Probably not, but I'll bet they still sound wonderful.

I was in an "open-by-appointment only" HT dealer here in my home town last week. The door was open, so I just walked in. Anyway, the guy was really pleasant and let me linger for a bit. I immediately noticed the Marantz Reference Line of equipment, along with several Martin Logan's. One of the rooms had a Marantz SC-11S1 Power amp, Marantz SM-11S1 Preamp, Marantz SA-11S2 SACD/CD player connected to some ML Spires (yes, Rich's new babies). I gotta tell you Rich, this system blew me away. I listened briefly to DSOTM and Jazz At The Pawnshop, after which I offered him my first-born.

. My only regret was that no Turntable was available. When I asked him he matter of factly told me that his customer base wasn't the type of clientele to mess with vinyl. They want upper-end gear and convenience. How sad really as they don't know what they are missing.

John

PS: How's the new TT rig? Still spinning feverishly?

Thanks for the info John. Marantz has been making real headway in returning to top quality as you know for the last 8 or so years as you know.

I don't want to make you jealous, but the Turntable is great at this point. I have to get comfortable with a good combination of cleaning methods to clean up my vinyl collection so that I can put it into use. The Turntable is a dream and pleasure to use. I have posted about it over at Audiogon and have spoken with Chris Brady of Teres a few times in the past week with questions. But, I feel so fortunate to have one of the best and best sounding and performing turntables in the state of Pennsylvania.

Rich

JJ · 05-08-2009, 10:19 PM

I have to say, I love the new aesthetic direction Marantz took with their XX03 receivers and now this player. But I must confess, only 500 units? That'll be a lot of dead presidents to fork over!

Beta Man · 05-08-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by JJxiv1215

I have to say, I love the new aesthetic direction Marantz took with their XX03 receivers and now this player. But I must confess, only 500 units? That'll be a lot of dead presidents to fork over!

Actually they were going for Euros at this point

you ready to upgrade that Elite yet JJ

btf1980 · 05-09-2009, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John72953

I was in an "open-by-appointment only" HT dealer here in my home town last week. The door was open, so I just walked in. Anyway, the guy was really pleasant and let me linger for a bit. I immediately noticed the Marantz Reference Line of equipment, along with several Martin Logan's. One of the rooms had a Marantz SC-11S1 Power amp, Marantz SM-11S1 Preamp, Marantz SA-11S2 SACD/CD player connected to some ML Spires (yes, Rich's new babies).

I have really been impressed with Marantz lately. I recently decided to "upgrade" my marantz SACD player to an Esoteric after an audition that I thought was very good. Mistake on my part. I made the one cardinal error of NOT auditioning it with my gear. The Esoteric while good, was simply too clinical and sterile sounding. I can't describe it, but it felt too clean if that makes sense. It was just different, not worse, but different. I preferred the fuller bodied sound of Marantz. I have decided to not sell the marantz player I had for sale, and instead trade in the esoteric player as it did not mate well with my gear at all.

Johnny Vinyl · 05-09-2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by btf1980

I have really been impressed with Marantz lately.

I'm not in a position to upgrade as of yet, still putting some cash together for my previously planned Marantz TT-15S1 Turntable, but if I were....I'd definately take a serious look at their Reference Line of products.

Having now personally auditioned them I am very impressed as well. It doesn't hurt that I like the aesthetics of the design as well, as they have that kind-of-retro look about them, which really appeals to me. The reviews I've read so far all point to a positive opinion, and that certainly bodes well for them.

John

richteer · 05-09-2009, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John72953

One of the rooms had a Marantz SC-11S1 Power amp, Marantz SM-11S1 Preamp, Marantz SA-11S2 SACD/CD player connected to some ML Spires (yes, Rich's new babies). I gotta tell you Rich, this system blew me away. I listened briefly to DSOTM and Jazz At The Pawnshop, after which I offered him my first-born.

You should hear what they (the Spires) do with a vinyl source!

Talking of which, do you have any plans to visit your familiy in Alberta soon? If so, we should try to plan a Kelowna rendezvous!

FreddieFerric · 05-10-2009, 03:50 PM

The player is up on the US website.

http://us.marantz.com/Products/2865.asp

Big Daddy · 05-11-2009, 02:15 AM

The Marantz player is a beautiful machine. I have owned many Marantz products (receiver, cassette player, turntable, CD player) over the years. I just bought the new Oppo BD/SACD/DVD-A player. I already own another three SACD/DVD-A players. Do I really need another gadget?

richteer · 05-11-2009, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Daddy

The Marantz player is a beautiful machine. I have owned many Marantz products (receiver, cassette player, turntable, CD player) over the years. I just bought the new Oppo BD/SACD/DVD-A player. I already own another three SACD/DVD-A players. Do I really need another gadget?

One can never have too many gadgets! :-)

bigred7078 · 05-13-2009, 05:15 AM

i'm very excited about this, thanks for posting

Definately sexy gear...

But you would think a product of this caliber would at least have balanced connections..

Halcro 1 · 05-13-2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by naturephoto1

It looks nice. But, I have no interest, and I highly doubt that it will perform better than my present modified equipment.

Rich

How do you know ??? Pretty arrogant comment INMHO

btf1980 · 05-13-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Halcro 1

How do you know ??? Pretty arrogant comment INMHO

After the Upgrade Company gets their hands on it, it will slay giants and crush your enemies. You will see them driven before you, while you hear the lamentations of their women.

You heard it here first.

Halcro 1 · 05-13-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by btf1980

After the Upgrade Company gets their hands on it, it will slay giants and crush your enemies. You will see them driven before you, while you hear the lamentations of their women.

You heard it here first.

Yes but you started the thread Gorgous Marantz player ... well Its gorgous ....Sonics were not part of the topic ... And well Denon is well kind of Ugly .... I dont care who modified it.. Still ugly .. Probally sounds good

naturephoto1 · 05-13-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Halcro 1

How do you know ??? Pretty arrogant comment INMHO

I didn't say that it couldn't, I said that I doubt it.

Rich

05-08-2009, 03:39 PM	#1
btf1980 Special Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jan 2007 Location:NYC Home Theater Gallery:97 Trading Score:14	Gorgeous new Marantz player In all black. http://www.avguide.com/blog/marantz-...%93-back-black

05-08-2009, 04:02 PM	#2
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	looks nice..... I'll wait to see the U.S. pricing and availability though Last edited by Beta Man; 05-08-2009 at 04:04 PM.

05-13-2009, 05:15 AM	#16
bigred7078 Special Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2009 Location:Charlotte, NC Home Theater Gallery:29 Blu-ray collection:55 Trading Score:1	i'm very excited about this, thanks for posting Definately sexy gear... But you would think a product of this caliber would at least have balanced connections.. Last edited by bigred7078; 05-13-2009 at 05:18 AM.

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Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	Nice is too nice a word to describe these beauties... Mind if I all over your thread? And to add...I down to Mr. Ken Ishiwata once again The man is almost single-handledly responsible for the resurgence of this terrific brand name. John

05-08-2009, 07:30 PM	#5
naturephoto1 Blu-ray Ninja Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Breinigsville, PA Home Theater Gallery:260 4K collection:21 Blu-ray collection:263	It looks nice. But, I have no interest, and I highly doubt that it will perform better than my present modified equipment. Rich

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JJ Blu-ray Count Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Miami, FL Home Theater Gallery:99 4K collection:619 Blu-ray collection:1293 DVD collection:31 Digital collection:5 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:203	I have to say, I love the new aesthetic direction Marantz took with their XX03 receivers and now this player. But I must confess, only 500 units? That'll be a lot of dead presidents to fork over!

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FreddieFerric Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Mar 2008 Location:NOLA Home Theater Gallery:146 4K collection:14 Blu-ray collection:238 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:1	The player is up on the US website. http://us.marantz.com/Products/2865.asp

05-11-2009, 02:15 AM	#14
Big Daddy Blu-ray Champion Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Southern California Home Theater Gallery:79 Blu-ray collection:122 Trading Score:1	The Marantz player is a beautiful machine. I have owned many Marantz products (receiver, cassette player, turntable, CD player) over the years. I just bought the new Oppo BD/SACD/DVD-A player. I already own another three SACD/DVD-A players. Do I really need another gadget?

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