Their new SA8003 CD/SACD player and PM8003 Integrated Amplifier, at $1999 each, will deliver ‘affordable high-end’ performance.

Every aspect of the design and construction of the PM8003 has been thoroughly investigated and tested for superb performance. Marantz have reshaped the PM8003’s power handling, delivering a new circuitry topology powered by a large, special toroidal transformer. This low impedance, wide-bandwidth power supply ensures a massive reserve of energy, to drive even difficult speakers with ease, despite the very conservative rating of 2×70-watts into 8 ohms. And, as vinyl is back, a moving magnet phono stage is also included.

The PM8003 uses audiophile-grade customised components and the new HDAMs (Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules) deliver realistic dynamic structure, tonal quality and stereo image.

The SA8003 represents uncompromised music reproduction from CD, SACD and even USB devices. With technology derived from Marantz’s acclaimed flagship Super Audio CD player, every aspect of the SA8003’s construction has been critically reviewed and developed to attain uncompromised quality. This design configuration translates into clear and powerful reproduction of even the most demanding
recorded musical performances.

The copper-plated chassis and rear panel reduce signal-degrading electromagnetic interference and offer the lowest impedance grounding to every spot of the player. Symmetric circuitries with top quality parts ensure pure audiophile hi-fi enjoyment. The new Zylon loading mechanism enables listeners fully to appreciate Super Audio CDs and provides perfect depth, dynamics, and sonic excellence. For your convenience it can even replay compressed audio formats such as MP3 and WMA to best effect. A USB front input completes this extraordinary player, which will bring many hours of unsurpassed listening.

Marantz also do a very high quality AM/FM Tuner in a similar finish, the ST15s1 ($1999) and a lower price option, the ST6003 Tuner ($599). The new ‘premium-look’ series of stereo components also includes the gorgeous-looking SR5023 Stereo Receiver ($999) with 2×80-watt power output and inbuilt tuner. Team this up with the matching CD5003 ($599) for a great ‘entry-level’ hi-fi setup.