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Marantz PM8005 Current Feedback Integrated Amplifier – Pristine Audiop - $1,000 (alameda)
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For the discerning audiophile seeking exceptional musicality, precision, and robust drive capability, this Marantz PM8005 integrated amplifier is available for acquisition. Famed for bridging effortless power with refined tonal accuracy, this piece is an anchor for any high-resolution analog or digital system.
Acoustic & Circuit Architecture
Highlights:
Discrete Current Feedback Topology: Engineered with Marantz’s proprietary HDAM-SA3 modules, replacing conventional op-amps to ensure ultra-low distortion, wide bandwidth, and an expansive, three-dimensional soundstage.
High-Current Power Reserve: Built around a massive, double-shielded toroidal power transformer and high-current Schottky barrier diodes. It delivers a conservative 70W RMS per channel into 8 ohms, doubling down to 100W RMS per channel into 4 ohms with high dynamic headroom to effortless command demanding loudspeaker loads.
Pure Signal Integrity: Features a dedicated Source Direct mode that bypasses tone and balance circuits for the shortest, cleanest signal path from input to your speakers.
Vinyl Ready: Includes a high-grade discrete Moving Magnet (MM) phono stage for pure analog turntable playback.
System Flexibility: Equipped with Power Amp Direct inputs to seamlessly integrate into a home theater setup or use as a standalone power amplifier, plus bi-wire capable Marantz SPKT-1 speaker terminals (A/B switching).
Specifications & Verification:
Power Output: 70W (8 ohms) / 100W (4 ohms)
Frequency Response: 5 Hz – 100 kHz (\pm 3 dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.02%
Chassis Design: Heavy-duty anti-resonance triple-layer bottom plate for vibration isolation.
Power Requirements: 120V ~ 60Hz, 220W
Serial Number: 15001630001750
Condition:
Meticulously maintained, flawless sonic operation, and pristine physical presentation. Truly a benchmark performer in its class.