What do you think of first when it comes to high performance luxury audio? Maybe the sleek turntable at the forefront of your sound system or the speakers that deliver the sound to your ears.
Both of those are reasonable answers but as any audiophile knows, those are but two components in a larger system. The true heart of the system comprises devices such as an amplifier or AV Receiver that connect it all; essential elements that mustn’t be overlooked. And that’s something Marantz knows very well.
Founded in 1953, the company’s pursuit for the most musical sound has seven decades of history behind it; from the first ‘Audio Consolette,’ to the Hi-Fis and Compact Discs of the 1980s and ‘90s; to the home entertainment of the 21st century. With that legacy comes an active and enthusiastic community of Marantz collectors. Original versions of the Model 9 amplifier, released in 1960 and famously customised by NASA in its Apollo Space Program – as well as many other Marantz pieces from the last 70 years, such as their Model 7, 8, and 10 – still command huge value to this day.
The temptation to capitalise on this nostalgic enthusiasm is strong. Marantz carefully curates and retains many of their legendary products in multiple product museums around the world. As such, the brand’s designers are thoroughly immersed in the Marantz heritage going back to the fifties, paying special attention to the hallmark attributes and qualities of these legacy products and elevating those details if they can be made relevant and transferable to the modern Marantz collector.
By opening up high-end music experience to new audiences with next-gen models, Marantz prove that the right investment into these essential elements can transform an ordinary listening experience into something extraordinary. This can be seen with new products like the STERO 70s -Channel Hi-Fi Receiver, which is designed to perform like a full-sized amplifier. It’s slim and distinguished design elevates any home and is matched by the signature warm, rich, and detailed sound that enthusiasts and luxury indulgers have come to expect from Marantz.
Discover more about Marantz’s pursuits for the most musical sound at Marantz.
