About The Marantz Model 50 Stereo Amplifier
The Marantz Model 50 Integrated Amplifier is a testament to the enduring appeal of pure analogue stereo excellence. With 70 watts per channel and Marantz's signature Current Feedback Class A/B amplification technology, it maximizes speaker capability, delivering a warm, rich, and spacious sound that audiophiles crave. The absence of digital audio circuitry simplifies operation and eliminates the risk of audible interference, ensuring a truly immersive listening experience.
One of the standout features of the Marantz Model 50 is its versatile suite of inputs and outputs. It accommodates various audio sources and even includes a Power-Amp-Direct input, making integration into an AV setup a breeze. What sets it apart from the competition is the unique HDAM-SA3 discrete amplifier circuitry, which outperforms integrated circuits used in other amplifiers, revealing intricate details in your vinyl records through the Marantz Musical Phono EQ gain stage.
Incorporating a powerful and precise Class A/B amplifier, the Model 50 can effortlessly drive even the most challenging loudspeakers, while maintaining clarity and revealing previously hidden audio nuances. With six analogue inputs and an integrated MM phono stage for your turntable, it welcomes a wide range of audio sources, all while maintaining analogue purity and simplicity.
The Model 50 isn't just about power, it's also about flexibility. Its stereo preamp outputs open up endless possibilities for expanding your audio setup, whether you want to add a subwoofer, enhance your home theatre experience, or create multiple listening zones.
The iconic Marantz porthole display adds a touch of elegance to the setup, allowing for easy navigation of inputs and volume control. Crafted meticulously and built robustly, the Model 50's design and style match the musicality it produces, striking a perfect balance between timeless aesthetics and modern sound. This amplifier is the result of over 70 years of evolution, bringing together the best of analogue audio tradition with modern design cues that make it a timeless and exceptional piece of audio equipment.
A Closer Look
The Marantz Model 50 is the ideal integrated amplifier. With 70 watts per channel of unique Marantz current- feedback power and HDAM SA-3 circuitry, this amplifier drives loudspeakers with total control.
Powerful & Precise Class A/B Amplifier: Even difficult to drive loudspeakers will sound effortless with the high-current, dual-device amplifier in the Model 50.
Six Analogue Inputs: With a collection of available analogue inputs, Model 50 can accept audio from a myriad of source components and includes upgraded connectors for CD and Phono.
Moving Magnet Phono: The built-in MM phono stage works with your turntable to amplify the nuance and tone in your records using a new circuit without distortion-inducing coupling capacitors.
Stereo Preamp Out: Model 50's stereo preamp outputs add valuable flexibility to your audio system setup. Connect a subwoofer, add channels to your home theatre, or multiply listening zones—the possibilities are endless.
Powerful Yet Precise: With a precisely engineered Class A/B amplifier, Model 50 will drive your loudspeakers with authority yet reveal details you never knew existed.
Analogue Purity & Simplicity: Analogue is paramount in the design of the Model 50. The decision to exclude digital audio ensures completely intuitive operation and eliminates the risk of interference from complex digital circuitry.
Exquisite Style: Marantz designed the Model 50 to be thoroughly modern, yet timeless. Hallmark aesthetic cues like symmetry, warmth, and tactile satisfaction push the boundaries of audio equipment design inspired by icons of the past.
Our Take
Exuding the restrained elegance all modern Marantz products possess, the Model 50 uses good old fashioned Class A/B (phew) amplification technology combined with their unique HDAM-SA3 discrete amplifier circuitry to achieve a purity of sound that you really should hear. The Model 50 puts out a solid 70 Watts into 8 Ohms and will drive 4 Ohms comfortably which means most speakers are going to partner well with it.
Marantz has chosen to make this an all analogue affair, no 'let's include the kitchen sink' built-in DAC here, which we think is a good thing. Do one thing, and do it right. If you need all that digital stuff then look no further than the matching Marantz CD 50n which includes the 'kitchen sink' and a few other digital niceties you may not have thought of.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Analogue Stereo Integrated Amplifier
- 70 watts per channel and Current Feedback Class A/B amplification maximizes speaker capability
- No digital audio circuitry simplifies use and reduces audible interference
- A full suite of inputs and outputs for your sources, subwoofer, and even a Power-Amp-Direct input for easy integration in an AV setup
- Unique HDAM-SA3 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 input and your volume level
- Meticulously crafted and robustly built, Model 50 design and style matches the most musical sound
Technical
- Power Output
- 70W + 70W (8 Ohms)
- 100W + 100W (4 Ohms)
- Frequency Response: 5 Hz–100 kHz
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.02 %
- Damping Factor: 100
- MM Input Sensitivity: 1.4 mV / 47 kΩ
- MM Signal to Noise Ratio: 87 dB
- High Level Input Sensitivity: 185 mV / 16 kΩ
- High Level Signal to Noise Ratio: 116 dB (2 V input)
- Power Amp Direct In - Input Sensitivity: 1.5 V / 15 kΩ
- Power Amp Direct In - Signal to Noise Ratio: 125 dB
- Treble Control: ± 10 dB at 15 kHz
- Bass Control: ± 10 dB at 50 Hz
Connections
- 6 Stereo Audio Inputs
- Phono MM Input
- Stereo Preamp Output
- Mono Subwoofer Output
- Stereo Recorder Fixed Output
- Power Amp Direct In
- Gold Plated RCA Sockets
- A/B Speaker Outputs
- Marantz Original SPKT-1+ Binding Post Speaker Terminals
- 35mm Headphone Output
General
- Metal Front Panel
- System Remote Control: RC003PMND
- HDAM versions SA3 & SA2
- Toroidal Power Transformer
- Triple Layer Bottom Plate
- Source Direct
- Power Consumption: 220W
- Standby Consumption: 0.3W
- Auto Power Off
- Removable Power Cable: Upgrade to a Premium Power Cable for better performance
- Available Finishes: Black or Silver/Gold
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 442 x 130 x 431mm
- Weight: 14.2 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 5 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.