Vintage Marantz Stereo Receiver Review - See The New Lamps!!

[@solice8844]

I bought a Marantz 2270 along with a set of JBL L100s back in 1974 for my college graduation and still have them today. Last month I added a pair of ESS AMT 1A floor speakers from back in the same era. I believe these 2 types of speakers are among the best ever made.

[@williamjverhagen]

Great job. Thanks for doing it the right way. Most just play the unit and expect our cellphone speakers to magically sound like a set of JBL l100s. Great job. Peace.

[@ericochoa4034]

Beautiful it really has that timeless design that never gets old!

[@runningdeer2111]

It’s really beautiful. Love the colors. I wish I knew about refurbishing wonderful vintage stereos and speakers. Truly a dying art. They are irreplaceable!

[@gattigail]

Thanks for stopping by !!!

[@CenzoL]

I own one of these and have had it for near 35 years .. still works a treat

[@gattigail]

+V Lz (VerdiL) Yep! Great vintage stereo! Thank you!

[@geradebowden1463]

I love the looks and build quality of the vintage stereo components . I recently had a Tandberg tr2040 restored and couldn't be happier. The technician who did the work was also impressed with the build quality of the unit.

[@gattigail]

+gerade bowden Yes...I love vintage audio too! I used to have a Teac A3440 mint. I regret selling it now. Thanks for stopping by! Best regards

[@kinster02]

I always loved Marantz stereo equipment.

[@gattigail]

me too !!!

[@blackwaterdogs4256]

Back in The Stereo Wars of the 1970s, just about all of the manufacturers produced some truly beautiful designs ! I don`t think I will ever sell my Pioneer SX-1250....

[@pauldavies8638]

I will never sell my pioneer stack either so happy with it, the heart of it all is a pioneer sa 9100 it's so punchy.

[@russellking9762]

DON'T..!

[@SpectreOZ]

I'm a big fan of coloured backlighting and the blue looks awesome on this receiver you did a really good job, if you ever find an LED illuminates in too narrow a field you can always use an abrasive and remove the clear surface to create a more even distribution.

[@jimihendrix1575]

Beautiful Marantz! I just installed LED's in my 2252B also. They look wonderful! No more of that damaging heat that might damage or melt my old girl.

[@gattigail]

jimi hendrix Thanks very much! I also had a 2252B. Nice receiver. Yep...looks like LEDs are the way to go to preserve those plastic shrouds.

[@neilspector9221]

Nice work! I have a Kenwood 5400 in pristine shape that I got for 10 bucks at an estate sale along with a nice pair of Advent speakers. The lights are perfect and very little scratchiness in the pots which I cleaned with CRC. If I ever find a Marantz at an estate sale, I will not hesitate for 1.5 seconds.

[@gattigail]

Great score on the Kenwood!! Thanks for checking out my videos !!

[@copout1405]

I have a Technics system that I bought new in 1977. I wanted to start using it again in a sun-room and so wired it all up, etc. etc. It all works but nothing has ever been done to it. So the tape deck needs new belts, the tuner is scratchy, the amp is scratchy and the equalizer is okay. I started looking on eBay for answers. Instead of trying to refurbish the old Technics I started off by buying a couple of Axiom speakers for a fair price. Nice. Then I found a refurbished Marantz SD1000 tape deck. Very nice. Then a couple weeks after that I found a Marantz 2238B for a fair price that is drop dead gorgeous! I have never heard music through any equipment that is so enchanting as this. I am in heaven now encapsulated in my sun-room. EBay has provided the marketplace for this.

[@gattigail]

Great story. Love hearing them. Get some DeOxit and clean some of those switches. Enjoy your stereos and music !!!

[@stevenikazy2943]

Nice work and beautiful mod. Hope you are still enjoying it. I have this one's little brother, a working 2216b.

[@zz-np2sr]

Back when receivers were spec'ed correctly,built like tanks and looked badass!Compare to the blackface plastic shite the markets have been flooded with for years now.Give me knurled knobs and brushed aluminum thank you!

[@gattigail]

Yeah !!!! Thank you !!

[@walterwhite121]

i gave mine to my Mother. I forgot all about this. Nice video.

[@gattigail]

+Harpo M Thanks very much

[@AudioElectronicsChicago]

Beauty for sure

[@dieterrommerskirchen8990]

Wow, this is a dream! Great work, it looks really wonderful.

[@gattigail]

+Dieter Rommerskirchen Thanks very much !!!

[@bobdobalina2931]

That is gorgeous, it may not be original but it's actually made it better looking than when it left the factory. A sensible and very well executed upgrade.

[@gattigail]

Thanks so much !!!! I actually changed the LEDs to warm white.....maybe I'll show it in another video.

[@SamB-fv6su]

Well presented video I am back into vintage stereos and I love the old Marantz

[@gattigail]

Thank you !!!

[@Techrewinds]

amazing marantz found one at goodwill for only $20 bucks in rough shape but still a good buy

[@gattigail]

A Great buy !! Enjoy it. Thanks for stopping by !!

[@bluesharp59]

Nice set up and that"s when they made stuff to last back then.

[@1000-WATTS]

The best of Marantz. I think the Marantz 2225 was the best and most beautiful (without that exaggeration of buttons) model already developed until today. Its sound is soft and pleasant. It makes a perfect set with the Marantz 5220 Tape Deck and the Marantz 6100 Turntable. I have this set with a pair of Akai speakers from 1972. All in superb condition.

[@gattigail]

Cool!! Your system sounds nice! Love Marantz! Thanks for viewing !!

[@davewilkirson2320]

I have 3 classic receivers. A Kenwood KR-9600, Marantz 2650 B, and Pioneer SX-1250. I purchased the KR-9600 in May 1977 from Illinois Audio. It costs $486.00. Two weeks pay for me back in those days. The Marantz and Pioneer were given to me in the early 2000's. The owner was taking them to the dump. He didn't want the stuff. I had room in my house and got that stuff free along with Marantz EQs, a Dolby noise rejection unit and several other pieces. Also I bought a Sony ES DAT unit (ES87) and 2 Sony TA-80 amps while in Japan at AAFES. It all still works. I'll keep it I guess.

[@gattigail]

@Dave...Hi. Thanks for sharing your excellent story. When I was a kid I bought a few small things from Illinois Audio. I remember their small ads in Stereo Review. I would circle their number on the Reader Service Card and get their Xerox'd catalog in the mail. I ordered Pioneer headphones and a Shure M91ED from them. All your receivers are awesome. I like the Kenwood KR-9600. I once had the smaller KR-7600 and i loved it. I cant believe the owner of the Marantz and Pioneer was going to the dump with those.....but then again...back in 2000 most people prolly didnt realize the value. Anyways...I enjoy these stories.....Thanks !!!

[@gattigail]

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[@G8GT364CI]

I have a Marantz 2385 with 185 WRMS per channel that I use with double Large Advents (220 WRMS per channel into 4 ohms), love it.

[@gattigail]

+Bob Wow!! The 2385!!! Now that's a nice Marantz receiver! I once had a pair of the Large Advents. Real wood and a heavy speaker. Nice!!

[@shawnshirtridge8740]

I still have my 2238b from 1977. I STILL have not found a modern receiver that sounds as good as it that doesn’t cost a arm and a leg

[@gattigail]

Very true !! Thanks for commenting !!

[@1j007zm]

I also have a 2265B, and I still have my first 2220B, I got them both back then (1978 & 80) I prefer the original lights, back then I use to love to get stoned and turn off the lights and rock out with the beautiful blue lights of my Marantz receivers, and they would blend in very nicely with the Christmas tree, during the holidays. p.s. they both still rock!

[@gattigail]

Cool story.... Thanks for sharing

[@andrew-xr1de]

Love the Marantz older 2200 series line of receivers. I started with the 2220 and now I have the 2230. These are very close to a tube sound! Other mid 70's and 80's receivers never sounded as good as the 2200 series marantz amplifiers. I also love the tone controls, the new stuff are crap! Recordings are different, TT's are different and the cartridges and preamps and speakers and your room are all different and will change the sound quality, so you will need tone controls. So you audiophiles can stop the tube rolling and cable rolling and carrtridge rolling. Wakeup!

[@ArcadeDude44]

I'm loving the vintage Marantz gear! I'm looking to get a 2270 myself!

[@gattigail]

Wow...nice!!

[@fedsinnorth-dakota9810]

Looks amazing but Call me crazy but I really prefer incandescent lights

[@gattigail]

Actually...me too

[@lizkrinsky5209]

Me too

[@michaelbernhardt389]

You did a really nice job looks great

[@gattigail]

Michael Bernhardt Thanks so much !!!

[@dosomething8712]

I think those 5 dislikes where clicked by mistake. Beautiful work.

[@gattigail]

+DoSomething Thank you....thank you !

[@shaun9107]

One day who knows ? built to last , love to hear one

[@gattigail]

Yep...built to last...all original and still sounds nice...thank goodness. Thanks for stopping by !!

[@0Nebula0]

Looks fricken great...I'm changing a few of mine

[@gattigail]

Make sure you get the newer Warm White LEDs if you want the original look .

[@larryshaver3568]

Beautiful

[@gattigail]

Thanks !!!!

[@johnj3577]

That's gorgeous, I'd have one to just look at it lol

[@harrymuhammad9835]

Yes, they're decorative.

[@bladzmetube5589]

Hi Guy's , Just finished changing 90 % of all caps,solders ,voltage settings and upgrade , washed ,dioxed .clened , all electric and in's and out's , etc , I asked my techs , What else could we do to make this beautiful Beast New and original , lol He told me , to be honest with you , only the Leds he said ... lol i have four 250 watts very good speakers and i can't past 2 on the volume so much it has a scary quick Punch lol .. I'm am super thrilled , I've been waiting a long time for this moment ,I knew that this was one of the one's to get , But Never thought to be that blown away loll The sound is deep and clear at the same time ,, i have 5 great amps , but this boy kill's 'em all by a mile ,, Sorry for my ENTHUSIASM , but i'm literally flabbergasted loll Please marantz , we love them , their look's are one Great , etc , Forget the totally black Gendra , Come back to your root's . We like because of your Unique style and sound . Keep the good work :) , ps .. just bought the cd6006 . Listening to blues on cd's never sounded better before ,,,Lovin' every minute of it :) ,See ya ...

[@uncleduey6105]

The best receivers ever just enough lighting for making out back in the day. U no

[@gattigail]

Ha...true...true.....this is true

[@raksh9]

Now that's a wonderful vision. The soft glow of the Marantz illuminating the outlines of skin and limbs as music gently plays.

[@russellking9762]

Amen to that brother...!

[@patrek.g_minato2208]

A great Vintage Marantz 2265B, a one of better receivers that was made, i have a pair of this, models 2240 and 2252B, i learn to refurbish and mantain , recap and change lamps for led kits. nice and clear your speech, your english is very nice and affordabe , included people that this language isn't your first and native expression. Best regards from Santiago Chile

[@gattigail]

Thank you for your kind and interesting comments. I wish you the best and enjoy your Marantz receivers !!!

[@youtwothirtyfive]

I recently rebuilt a 2238B and found that Marantz was a little sneaky and knew how to cut costs without affecting perception of quality: The aluminum knobs and buttons are not solid aluminum, they are thin shells with plastic inside, though they are quite convincing. Also, the gyro-touch tuning wheel isn't solid aluminum either! It's an aluminum shell covering a solid chunk of pot metal.

[@gattigail]

Yes...I have noticed that too about the knobs. I've realized it pretty common on vintage stereos from that timeline.

[@MichelleY1959]

I had a Marantz 2252B very close to yours and it was fabulous...

[@gattigail]

2252B....I actually had that one just before the 2265B I have now. Very similar and yes both fabulous. Thanks for stopping by !!!

[@adanvaldcontreras4283]

Looks great 👍

[@gattigail]

Thanks !!!

[@ItsaRomethingeveryday]

I like the illumination, to be honest , I would really like to have seen a before n after look, either way great job here, left a like on this video!!!

[@gattigail]

Thanks so much Rome !!!

[@renealmeida7972]

Una belleza para todos los audiofilos.....nunca mas los haran asi...esto es colirio!para la vista...

[@80s_Boombox_Collector]

Looking good!

[@Jaybee352]

stunning piece of kit, very envious. I will keep my eye out for one of these on eBay. regards,

[@gattigail]

Thank you.....best regards!

[@timschutte8310]

, I'm totally jealous, I used to have a vintage Pioneer receiver back in the 1970s.

[@YoutubeChannel-ct8fo]

You just need to use the 200mA lamps. The thing is almost 50 years old. The plastic is melted from people putting anything they got their hands on over the years. I've seen 6.3 300mA and larger installed. Bigger lamps more heat, melted plastic. My 2285B plastic melting has stopped with 200mA lamps. And it looks like factory again! I got them off eBay from a user called Tech_HiFi.

[@jeremywhittler8591]

A great tip. I picked up a flagship Sony japanese market pre I am going to apply this to. That would also make my VU meters less distracting for critical listening.

[@Badassvidsz]

Although in the comments section people didn't like your new lamps i have to tell you that i like them nice color choice this blue is so beautifull :-)

[@Badassvidsz]

2nd time here and gladlly i see more positive comments for this beauty :-)

[@Royalbigness]

Man. Has anyone told you that you sound just like Ray Liotta's character on Good fellas ?? WOW !

[@gattigail]

Yes...I have heard that comment before...lol Thanks for checking out my video !!!

[@MindBodySoulOk]

I like the LED lights. I appreciate having the original lights but I plan on replacing them with the option of selling as original. ordered these so hope they look good on my 2226b

[@gattigail]

Now that ive found "off-white" LEDs, I have recently replaced the lamps with these kind. I find the off-white LEDs a closer match to the original incandescent .

[@timschutte8310]

, that has to be the most beautiful receiver I've ever seen

[@gattigail]

I'm glad you enjoyed my Marantz video!! Thanks very much!! It was a lot of work replacing the dial defuser velum, but it came out nice. I have since changed the bright white LEDs to soft white LEDs which became available later on. So its a little more natural now. Thanks !

[@timschutte8310]

gattigail , I absolutely love the stereo equipment of the 70s & 80s. I had so much of it during my years growing up in the 60s & 70s. They truly don't make equipment like this anymore no matter what the cost !!!!!!! just like cars& trucks !!!!!!! It is an absolute work of art and I really mean that!!! I could just spend hours looking at it !!! I know that may seem a bit funny but if your my age ( 52 ) then you can understand what I'm saying. I would even trade and or buy a stereo receiver like this even a pioneer. I have a Harmon/Karden 4.1 stereo receiver now that puts out 120 watts RMS PER 4 CHANNELS with a subwoofer output but as good as it is and expensive $450.00 I would trade it in a second and even some cash for a work of art like the one you have. It's the kind of thing that a person should put in their living will, for real to make sure it has a good home with someone that will Charis, respect, and take care of it forever !! For God's sake don't let go of it unless you would consider selling it for some reason. A stereo receiver like that, a good quality phono, and some good ole fashioned Cerwin Vegas with 12 inch woofers, now that is the absolute epitome of Music enjoyment !!!!!!!!!?!!!!!!!!!😁😎 take care my friend and please keep up the good work, I'm gonna watch this video again and again and drop a little before I go to bed, lol. God bless !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@timschutte8310]

gattigail , p.s., does it have a tape monitor because I have a vintage ADC EQUILIZER SPECTRUM ANALYZER that I run thru my Harmon/Karden "Tape Loop ", it's another reason why I selected my particular stereo receiver besides the quality and " High Current AMP design, it's the closest thing now a days that I could find as far as equipment but certainly not Aesthetics or the way it looks for sure because the older stuff wins hands down.

[@gattigail]

Ahhh Yes !! The memories of the HiFi stereos of the 70s and 80s. I also love the whole experience. There's nothing like it.

[@gattigail]

Yes...it has a tape monitor. You should view my other vintage stereo videos on my channel !! Thanks so much !!

[@craneoperator4]

I would have went with a different color of dial pointer bulb like red..yellow or even green as it was hard to see what station you were at on the dial

[@enkedo]

such a nice receiver!!

[@gattigail]

Thanks !!

[@CenzoL]

I have one since new. Cherished.

[@gattigail]

Nice !! ✔️

[@theequaliser8026]

Looks cool

[@claudiosalvatore754]

ho-ly-shit that's nice man..i wish i had one like these again.. i once owned a amplifier model 1070, less music power than this beauty here, but the sound was really good so ii have a little impression of the great sound you will experience using this baby...!

[@andrewcrain5461]

I have the 2270 but I only use it as a preamp I use the pre out puts to drive my adcom 555 mk2 amp the Frequency response from the marantz is awesome that's what makes a marantz a marantz nice peace

[@gattigail]

Nice receiver....that 2270 !!

[@todddeloplaine2452]

SUPER UNIT I LOVE VINTAGE RECEIVER STHEY ARE THE BEST I HAVE A YAMAHA RX-V592 AND IT PLAY S GREAT

[@gattigail]

+todd deloplaine Very cool!! Thanks for viewing!!

[@tashee8772]

Great work. I wonder if they make the lamps so they have that warm glow like original incandescent lights. I’m partial to those myself. Got my late grandmother’s Onkyo from the late 70’s and want to restore it as close to original as possible.

[@gattigail]

Thanks!! I actually recently replaced the Bright White LEDs lamps that you see in the video with newer Warm White LEDs. They are a bit better but still not like incandescent. The ones you see in the video are bright white. That's all they had about 7 years ago. Now they have Warm White. A bit of an improvement.

[@tashee8772]

gattigail yeah, I’m really partial to the warm glow of incandescent light too. LED just feels like it burns the eyes at timeS. In time...hopefully.

[@AaronFayMD]

Excellent video and beautiful restoration. Do you think the Maranz SR-2000 receiver is worth restoring? Thanks for the advice.

[@gattigail]

The SR-2000 was made after the height of the "better" Marantz models of the 60s-70s. Its a cool looking receiver. Its up to you....if you like it, go for it. Thanks for stopping by !! Good luck and enjoy

[@Toyotaofelcajon]

Thanks for the video.

[@gattigail]

+Toyota of El Cajon Thanks for viewing !!!

[@captozone]

McIntosh kicked ass in 78/9 then and still does today!

[@gattigail]

I agree. You should check out my McIntosh Videos too.... kzbin.info/aero/PLjFzGX1iLoquEGE_nNf8ljRc2iijN54hc

[@socksumi]

I like this look but wish Marantz had stayed with the Aqua blue on black display they originally had.

[@gattigail]

I prefer the original Marantz Aqua Blue also.

[@MattHayesVinyl]

A thing of beauty

[@gattigail]

Thanks !!

[@Redragonfieldofgreen]

I have a Model 1550 Marantz Tuner Amplifier with Sansui S 930c speakers and it kicks ass.So when i listen to any 70"s hard rock so do my neighbours !

[@gattigail]

+Redragonfieldof green Haha....Enjoy !!!!

[@Redragonfieldofgreen]

gattigail For sure so will my neighbours.

[@bladzmetube5589]

HAVE IT , LOVE IT ,, :)

[@gattigail]

Love mine too !!!👍😃

[@stillastillsfan]

Is it still possible to get the original aqua blue / Mediterranean blue incandescent lamps?

[@gattigail]

I know exactly the lamps you are referring to. Those lamps were died with the clear blue coating your speaking about at the factory. They were in my receiver but as they burned out I replaced them. I have not seen them made available anywhere

[@midnightmover2329]

Hi,I have about $1200 spare.What would you go for? I like Rock mostly,some soul and jazz.Its just so hard to decide which one to hunt for.

[@johnferreira1149]

have a 4400 and love it

[@gattigail]

John Ferreira Wow...Now that's an awesome receiver !!!

[@johnferreira1149]

picked it up in 75 with 500 watt amp and 4 warfdale E90.my parents flipped when i blew out the window.

[@Amiraisfluffy]

the 4400 quad was,is the best!!

[@ademircastellani9936]

+Brittany Alexandra bom

[@ademircastellani9936]

+Ademir Castellani me liga pra mim chama no meu zap zap 44 997522121

[@azaadkv3658]

Very nice, good great peace.

[@gattigail]

Thanks very much !!

[@marilouhall1061]

Wow, what a lovely amplifier,, these are now getting very expensive!!

[@gattigail]

Indeed !!! Thanks !!

[@mikejohnson360]

I still have mine

[@gattigail]

Never sell it !! Enjoy and thanks for watching my channel !!

[@josealbertoreyesquevedo2589]

Excelencia en audio y estética. 👍

[@velonino2691]

Where do you find the replacement bulbs?

[@gattigail]

I just look randomly on ebay

[@sclogse1]

Talk tone mode. Seems to be for a turntable. (I hear differences in it when I play my turntable and change these settings. IN sounds the best)And thanks for this. I just plugged my (same) amp in, which has sat in my closet for about 8 years. Never played it till today, however, only using a headphone..(AKG K701Ref) Hope the amp works on the speakers, but looks like I'll need to find some kind of adapter to change the ends of my banana plug cords back to RCA. Weird that it seems to have no problems related to caps. (Yet) I thought I would need a voltage regular ....Have a feeling that when I recharge up my dormant Ipods and plug them in I'll find out what this baby can do. Control knobs don't have any noise..What do you do about dust maintainence?

[@gattigail]

Mine still sounds great with my Dynaco A-25 speakers (1970's) and its never ever been serviced. All original parts inside. Get some speakers for your Marantz and enjoy!! As for dust....I keep a nice towel on the top cover when not in use . Thanks !!! 1

[@DrNoahBoddy004]

Ignore completely the total garbage spewed by the nay-sayers! Those LEDs look absolutely fabulous! You've done a remarkable job.

[@gattigail]

Thanks so much. Appreciate your comment. I have since replaced with newer Off White LEDs. Looks a little better.

[@DrNoahBoddy004]

Anyone who appreciates fine equipment should ALWAYS care for it like the way you have done.

[@gattigail]

Thanks....I try...lol

[@stephandang2385]

dear sir where did you buy replacement lights ? Thanks

[@gattigail]

Go to ebay. There are many, many sellers of LEDs for vintage Hi-Fi. Thank you !!

[@lankydude]

Looks Cool!

[@gattigail]

Thanks for stopping by !!

[@coyote5.02]

Was this cool blue or dark blue led lights.

[@gattigail]

They were actually plain Bright White LED....first generation. Way too bright and white in my opinion. I have since changed them to "Off White" LEDs. Much more subdued and not as shocking as the Bright White....closer to incandescent....but not quite.

[@Waynestvchannel]

those recievers are powerful,. i remember i had pioneer,. almost looks the same,..

[@rud8051]

what would be a good purchase price? You never mentioned the price you paid..

[@gattigail]

In 2001 I paid $300 for it. I see now it goes for $2000 and up. Incredible.

[@Walker.greg369]

Nice work, not original, but looks great. It will be sad when Analog FM is no longer Broadcasting (over the air), in favor of Bandwidth centric HD FM or QAM Formats. I have a 2265 and when that day comes it will just be and amplifier. Hope it is later than sooner.

[@gattigail]

I hope later then sooner too. Thanks !! Actually I recently changed the original LEDs I installed about 8 years ago to Soft White LEDs....not quite as harsh as the original LEDs when the first came out...Bright White...so its a little bit better now.

[@thomasbrooks8401]

I have the 2285 model. It could use some new lamps. I've cleaned the switches with TV tuner cleaner but still have some scratchiness in the audio when I wiggle switches.. Any suggestions on curing that?

[@gattigail]

Hi. That 2285 you have is an excellent receiver. Buy the electronics spray cleaner called Deoxit. They also make a spray with a little lube in it called Deoxit Fader-Lube. I use both. That's the cleaner that all the audio enthusiasts and most technicians use. Its supposed to be one of the best contact cleaners and lube. After you get the Deoxit sprayed into the tiny holes of the pots, switches etc , rotate and actuate many times to penetrate. You may have to apply more than once if it is a very dirty pot/switch. Hope this helps.

[@thomasbrooks8401]

Thanks. I'll look for some of that. - Tom

[@markswinford354]

How are the new lamps holding out?

[@gattigail]

I had actually replaced the LEDs in this video with the "warm white" LEDs which are a big improvement....but still not as natural as incandescent. The LEDs in the video are too striking / intense in my opinion.

[@wlnmn7217]

Don't agree on the LEDs, prefer the original lights and color. But beautiful resto on an excellent unit. Think this was 2 down from the top... 2500, 2285b, 2265b... but I could be off on that. Nice job.

[@gattigail]

I agree with you. I really dont like the LEDs either. Too sterile. No warmth. Not original. Thanks for stopping by !!

[@stellanti]

I assume you used the "cool blue" LEDs rather than the "white" LEDs... is that correct? Other than the 7 bulbs, were there any others that you changed to LED?

[@gattigail]

Actually I used "white" LEDs. that have a yellow lens. Obviously not yellow enough to give it the incandescent look. I only replaced the dial and meter lamps.

[@wakjob961]

Is there an LED that looks like the old amber/incandescent bulbs?

[@gattigail]

I wish there was. These are yellow LEDs....but still not amber enough to look incandescent.

[@adventurer3645]

There are RGB LEDs that can produce any color in the spectrum.

[@andromedawind]

Good old golden days of Hi-Fi.

[@gattigail]

Indeed !!!!

[@FrightfulAccountant]

Well it is about the same blue of the Pioneer fluoroscan line now. I think it looks great, but I bet some Marantz fans will call it blasphemy :p

[@gattigail]

Ha...your right on both comments.

[@zachschevelle]

What does a descent Marantz receiver cost? I know it can vary based on model. I would love to pick up a vintage unit, but don't know where to start. Also, how hard is it to add bluetooth for modern connections?

[@gattigail]

I don't have Bluetooth so I'm not sure how you would hook it up to a vintage receiver. I do however use the Google Chromecast Audio with my vintage integrated amps for internet radio. You can start looking for vintage audio on your local Craigslist, Ebay, garage sales etc. Check out the vintage audio forum "audiokarma". Lots and lots of information there! Have fun and thanks!!

[@tennisbunny1]

I have a model 4270 receiver marantz why is the sound faint

[@gattigail]

Nice unit.....May need servicing and cleaning .

[@oskarisaalasti3719]

Wich one should i buy 2265b or 2250b?

[@gattigail]

Both are nice...but I'm leaning towards the 2250b as a nicer made receiver. I have both.

[@deadweight6090]

Jamming vintage bro.

[@gattigail]

Thanks Man !!!

[@michaelphillippi4676]

I like what u have done with the led lights. I would have used green rather than blue just personal tastes. Blue degrades your night vision, red and green do not. Not a big deal.

[@keithkuhn9365]

WOW GREAT= I THINK I MAY HAVE HAD THAT MODEL YEARS BACK FOR SURE 70s

[@gattigail]

KEITH KUHN They don't build them like that anymore!! Thanks!!

[@marcinandrzej9024]

Very Good marantz

[@AndieBlack13]

I had one of the 2285B, the model just above this, cheap $, appx, 1990...a 2220, new in 1977, among several other vintage gear over the years.......When I had my 2220, I went to a showroom & saw these versions, 1978?......Perhaps the easiest mistake with these is putting them into the incorrect wood case...the WC 22 is not the correct case, it will fit, but the correct case I believe is the WC 122...two side panels, and the top panel ...the top panel is flush with the edge of the faceplate...not the "wrap-around" old style case.

[@StevenEspaniola]

Just picked up a mint Marantz 2226B for $150!!!

[@gattigail]

Wow...Excellent price! Garage Sale...Estate Sale ?

[@StevenEspaniola]

gattigail no on ebay... just needed new bulbs and a little cleaning. No scratches. Even had the original owners manual!

[@gattigail]

Score !!!!!!!!! I like Marantz!! Built really well !! Enjoy !!!!

[@StevenEspaniola]

gattigail yeah, my first one...very stoked! This one replaced an SAE R3C and before that an NAD amp

[@StevenEspaniola]

gattigail how much do you think these are worth?

[@j.stribling2565]

The new look is fine... why does everything have to stay exactly the same? If you wanted to color match vintage bulbs and intensity, you certainly could, but is it really worth it?

[@gattigail]

It looks cool with LEDs. Different perhaps. For me, I prefer the original look as much as possible. It kinda reminds me of that original era in my life when those stereos were so cool and everybody in high school was into it.

[@j.stribling2565]

gattigail Yeah, I’m kind of a purist too. People are so critical these days. Sure, it looks different than original, but sometimes that can be cool too. Just ask any hot rod enthusiast.

[@Mainer1945]

YEP on the Hot Rods.