Marantz Model 50 Integrated Amplifier – Preview
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Bringing up the rear, so as to speak, Marantz has also released the matching Model 50 integrated amplifier at the same time as the CD 50n CD/network player. This Model 50 is an all-analogue design, with a high-current output Class A/B amplifier that provides 70 watts per channel into 8 ohms, and features the familiar fully discrete HDAM (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module) technology.
The Model 50 takes its design inspiration from the proven Model 40n platform. It comes with a high quality MM phono input so should be attractive to vinyl enthusiasts and also features a “substantial toroidal power supply and carefully laid out internal signal path topography designed to minimize impedance losses.” Front panel controls include; input and speaker selection, bass, treble, balance and volume. With the front panel low noise OLED display, that can be dimmed, displaying level, input and status.
Alongside the MM input there are a total of five other unbalanced stereo RCA line-level inputs, plus one unbalanced stereo RCA line-level power amp input. Audio outputs include; unbalanced stereo RCA line-level pre-out and record out plus, for that extra bass, an unbalanced mono RCA subwoofer output. Speaker A/B connectivity is provided on four pairs of cinch connectors that can be used for speaker bi-wiring, with personal headphone listening available on the front panel 1/4″ jack.
Control and setup is available using the front panel controls, the supplied RC003PMND remote control and the low noise OLED display. Additional control, to/from other Marantz products, is available using the D-Bus connections.
Features At A Glance:
- No digital audio circuitry simplifies use and reduces audible interference
- 70 watts per channel and Current Feedback Class A/B amplification maximizes speaker capability
- A full suite of inputs and outputs for your sources, subwoofer, and even an extra power amplifier
- Unique HDAM SA-3 discrete amplifier circuitry outperforms ICs used in competing amplifiers
- Hear details in your vinyl records like never before using the Marantz Musical Phono EQ gain stage
- Iconic Marantz porthole display is used for setup and to easily see your volume level
- Meticulously crafted and robustly built, MODEL 50 design and style matches the most musical sound
Partial Specifications:
- Channels: 2 Current Feedback Topology
- Power Output (8 / 4 Ω): 70W / 100W RMS
- Frequency Response: 5Hz–100kHz
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.02 %
- Damping Factor: 100
- Input Sensitivity: MM 1.4mV / 47 kΩ
- Signal to Noise Ratio: MM 87 dB
- Input Sensitivity: High level 185 mV / 16 kΩ
- Signal to Noise Ratio: High level 116 dB (2V input)
- Input Sensitivity: Power Amp Direct In 1.5V / 15 kΩ
- Signal to Noise Ratio: Power Amp Direct In 125 dB
- Audio inputs: 6
- Phono Input: MM
- Phono EQ: Marantz Musical
- Audio outputs (Rec): 1
- Pre-out and subwoofer outputs
- Speaker connections: A / B
- Headphone out – front panel
- Balance control
- Treble control: ± 10 dB at 15 kHz
- Bass control: ± 10 dB at 50 Hz
- HDAM version: SA2, SA3
- Toroidal power transformer with linear drive power supply
- High grade customized audio components and symmetric PCB Layout
- Low Noise OLED display
- Source Direct
- Power Amp direct
- Auto Power off
- Remote Control RC003PMND
- D-Bus
- System Remote Function
- Maximum Dimensions (W × D × H) 442 × 431 × 130 mm
- Weight 14.2 kg
MSRP (black or silver):
- US: $1,800.00
- UK: £1,600.00
- EU: €1,800.00
For more information visit the UK Marantz or US Marantz web sites.
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