Axxe55
Retiretgtshit stirrer
Marantz went through a lot of changes over the decades.
The original Sol Marantz equipment (tube) from the 50's and early 60's was audiophile quality. Had a power amp and pre amp, but unfortunately had to sell them in hard financial times.
Somewhere along the line (70's?) Marantz sold the name and the equipment was cheap. I think since someone has revived the Marantz name as top end again.
Interesting to see LP's coming back. Gave some LP's to a friends granddaughter (HS aged). She was thrilled to have some of the old classic rock on vinyl.
I had my Marantz system in the late 1970's. It was perfect for a young guy on a budget who wanted an impressive "looking" and loud system to show off!