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Anyone own the Marantz PM8004 Integrated Amplifier and have any thoughts on it?
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It seems like a pretty nice unit with a lot of features... good looking too.
From their brochure:
PM8004 Integrated Amplifier w/ Power Amp Direct
The new PM8004 Integrated Amplifier from Marantz combines the power and finesse that audiophiles demand with smart, timely features designed for how we listen today. In response to requests from Home Theater aficionados, the PM8004 features Power Amp Direct, a dedicated input that allows the PM8004 to integrate seamlessly with AV Receivers and, at the touch of a button, take control of the main left and right loudspeakers for an old-school, pure analog listening experience; truly the best of both worlds. iPod users will appreciate TriTone, a special 3-band tone circuit that is precision-tuned to help recover the loss of precious detail that can result from digital compression.
The core of the PM8004 is signature Marantz with discrete circuit topologies dominating the design. A linear power supply features a double-shielded Torroidal transformer with massive current capability. Critical supply lines to the output stages have been shortened for improved current delivery and, as a result, response to musical peaks as been accelerated. Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module (HDAM) preamp stages deliver maximum speed and transparency along with exceptional channel-to-channel symmetry for exceptional image stability. Polypropylene capacitors are utilized in critical circuit elements to preserve the delicate balance of low, mid and high frequencies, their values selected through many hours of listening tests.
The PM8004 merges nearly 60 years of audio engineering expertise with the needs of present-day music lovers in a stylish, easy to use component that fully embraces the Marantz traditions of superior sound quality and elegant design.
It seems like a pretty nice unit with a lot of features... good looking too.
From their brochure:
PM8004 Integrated Amplifier w/ Power Amp Direct
The new PM8004 Integrated Amplifier from Marantz combines the power and finesse that audiophiles demand with smart, timely features designed for how we listen today. In response to requests from Home Theater aficionados, the PM8004 features Power Amp Direct, a dedicated input that allows the PM8004 to integrate seamlessly with AV Receivers and, at the touch of a button, take control of the main left and right loudspeakers for an old-school, pure analog listening experience; truly the best of both worlds. iPod users will appreciate TriTone, a special 3-band tone circuit that is precision-tuned to help recover the loss of precious detail that can result from digital compression.
The core of the PM8004 is signature Marantz with discrete circuit topologies dominating the design. A linear power supply features a double-shielded Torroidal transformer with massive current capability. Critical supply lines to the output stages have been shortened for improved current delivery and, as a result, response to musical peaks as been accelerated. Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module (HDAM) preamp stages deliver maximum speed and transparency along with exceptional channel-to-channel symmetry for exceptional image stability. Polypropylene capacitors are utilized in critical circuit elements to preserve the delicate balance of low, mid and high frequencies, their values selected through many hours of listening tests.
The PM8004 merges nearly 60 years of audio engineering expertise with the needs of present-day music lovers in a stylish, easy to use component that fully embraces the Marantz traditions of superior sound quality and elegant design.
- 100W/ch (4 ohms), 70W(8 ohms) RMS Power (20Hz-20kHz)
- “Current Feedback” topology for power amp and volume amp
- Marantz HDAM®-SA3 circuit
- Shortest signal path, High Instantaneous Peak Current design
- New Tri Tone Control (Bass/Mid/Treble)
- “Constant Current Feedback” circuit for MM Phono Equalizer
- Marantz Custom Speaker Terminals
- Speaker A/B switching
- Double shielded Torroidal Power Transformer
- Triple Layered chassis
- 3 analog L/R Inputs, 2 recorder In/Out
- Power Amp Direct In for a use as a power amplifier
- Pre Out jacks
- Marantz D-Bus(RC-5) Remote In/Out
- Source Direct mode
- Detachable Power Cord (IEC320 2pin type)
