Introducing! The Marantz Model 30 Integrated Amplifier!

[@MarantzOfficial]

It was a pleasure working with you Ron, thank you for helping us with this special project :)

[@ecamormex]

Take my money, please!

[@rlwings]

Best sounding amp I've ever owned. - Wow! So transparent, wide sound-stage, detailed, and powerful.

[@infn]

I find the black version looks gorgeous. Marantz finally getting a facelift in both product and marketing, by the look of it. It's all over the net.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yeah, they nailed the looks and design!

[@duranarts]

This is it. This might be the amplifier I’ve been searching for.

[@AVRoomService]

Excellent work Ron! My first Marantz was a 2010 when I was 12.

[@jonathanvanier]

Wow, simply beautiful! Love the blend of legacy and modern styling. I just happened to have set up my first real system over the summer with a Marantz 2216, and I can see myself with something like that a few years down the line.

[@smilesrs8516]

Nice job and congrats on being the first. I like the new classy & clean look. Can't wait to hear the reviews and hope they come with remotes.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Remotes included. Ill knock out a review down the road. Thanks for watching! I think shes a beauty!

[@smilesrs8516]

@@Newrecordday2013 I will like to see how you like the Marantz compares to your Schiit Freya setup. Keep up the great reviews

[@NicolaDiNisio]

Dear Ron, in your review I would like, if possible, that you compared this amplifier with the PM-12 SE and PM-KI Ruby. They all seem to be sharing the same design choices and even the specs seem the same. Apart from the looks, what does really differentiates those three amplifiers? And also their prices are more or less in line (slightly above 3K$ or 3K€)

[@ThaWildSide1]

Whoah! A Hypex NC500 at 3:55-4:00! Marantz is really stepping up to the NAD Masters game.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yup! NC500 modules for the amps was a smart choice imo.

[@DamionG1987]

But NAD sounds cold and flat. Hopefully these won't be the same.

[@ThaWildSide1]

Maybe it will be different since Marantz got their signature HDAM-SA3. Will probably wait for reviews and demo sessions to find out how it turns out.

[@darylloth3237]

Great introduction. I've had an 1150D since about 1979. Might be about time for an upgrade.

[@paznewis107]

Detailed review to follow I hope. Loving your work Ron. All the best from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Newrecordday2013]

Absolutely!

[@arnoldschloss9634]

A "refreshed" look doesn't equate to a "better" look. Just have Marantz bring back a product that looks like a Marantz 2600 receiver, with the same build quality - brushed aluminum faceplate, chrome knobs, flywheel tuning, etc., charge the current market price, and I'll be right over to buy one!

[@donaldteuber8588]

A few observations... Forward into the past. If it isn't broken .. don't fix it. The wisdom of simplicity, The luxury of efficiency.

[@ufarkingicehole]

Man... the shots and editing is top notch

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thank you!

[@piperdude1605]

Real glad to see that these components are not made in China.

[@aceofspades6667]

Just watched Sean's review at ZF on this also interested to hear your opinion as well... Specifically thoughts on the Phono stage quality, volume control, and if you use this to drive floor standers (e.g. Spatials). Excited to see your followup!

[@derekjarman1638]

That's a beautiful piece of equipment! And the cooper on the inside and the speaker outputs👍👍

[@trevorvantiel453]

Wow Ron. Very well done! Very professional sir. You did an absolutely beautiful job giving the Marantz model 30 pleanty of well deserved respect. And a nice warm golden hug back at ya! Thanks for what your doing sir. I love your reviews and I'm sure many feel the same way. All the best to you and the family. Stay well. Top shelf once again!

[@Newrecordday2013]

Hey thanks! I had fun working on that project!

[@siriosstar4789]

all of the things mentioned about sound quality are true about this amp . the only thing missing in the sound stage is 'depth' and or immersion of the listener. The sound stage is typical in that it is presented as a wall of sound in front of you . the other thing i don't like is there is little fullness at low volume which is how i like to play classical music . with rock/pop it doesn't matter because no one plays that style of music at low volume 😂

[@connorduke4619]

I've owned three Marantz integrated amps, the latest one being the brilliant Marantz PM-11 S2. And I do not believe the Model 30 matches it. Hopefully the next version will.

[@davidtull2388]

Maybe I missed it but I can’t find your review. Does that mean it wasn’t very good?

[@SeanMurphy74]

What a product unveil. That was better than the Tesla show unveiling the Cybertruck! Elon should reach out to you Ron honestly! Makes me want this amp!

[@infinitewindow164]

This or the technics SU-G700?

[@AudioElectronicsChicago]

Excellent review and great visual from inside and outside!

[@redstarwraith]

Seems like if they wanted to "reach into their past" they would have done something in the way of adding blue light illumination rather prominently on the front fascia, don't you think? That's the look that gave Marantz it's iconic, easily recognizable distinction!

[@Newrecordday2013]

I see what you mean about the blue, but I feel this still showcases that familiar look and design.

[@redstarwraith]

@@Newrecordday2013 I guess it depends upon how far into their past Marantz was reaching? Also, I suppose this sort of depends upon one's age? I'm 58, so when I think of bygone-era Marantz, I think 1970s.

[@Drackleyrva]

Wow! Some good news for a change!

[@Newrecordday2013]

I agree!

[@jeromewhitmill733]

Yeah baby! Make sure to give a full review of the phono stage please.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Will do!

[@markielinhart]

A perfect example of modern industrial detail. Elegant, simple and by the looks oh so functional 👏👏👏 Can’t wait for your performance reviews...

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thank you very much!

[@jeppemichaeljensen2684]

Top quality video. Wonderful to watch. Some of the old NRD vibe. Thanks

[@thomaswachter7782]

Nicely done, Ron. Beautiful.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Many thanks!

[@lynnlittle8671]

Beautiful!

[@DG-uw6wx]

I miss the blue LED's and bright red stereo lamp.

[@raymoore8435]

This paired with the Elac ub52 2.0 ?

[@amazoidal]

Looks a lot different inside than my 1971 Marantz 19.

[@anhy10ful]

It should have included the XLR connectors.

[@metal-adventures-joerg]

Are the knobs on the front made of plastic or metal?

[@dondrewecki1909]

No stereo/mono switch?

[@Unker_Spunkanathan]

My 1st marantz amp was pm55se...my only marantz too🤣

[@Ceko]

Hot damn these are beautiful

[@mikehuntington4440]

Very nice video and introduction to a new product. I actually don't like the looks of it. I prefer the styling of their other current models over this. But in the end, it could look like a big giant Dora head for all I care... As long as it sounds good.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Hahaha! Next up! The Special Edition Giant Dora Head Integrated Amplifier!

[@yuckysamson]

I think you meant the 1030. The 2230 was a receiver.

[@2023C8HTC]

Ron Have you reviewed the Marantz PM-10?

[@Newrecordday2013]

No, this is the first marantz gear I’ve had in house for a long time.

[@JohnSmith-zl8rz]

the chapagne color will be available in USA???????????

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yup!

[@jay12345ist]

How does this amp play with kef gear?

[@amazoidal]

Sean says avoid KEF with this amp. Too revealing.

[@jay12345ist]

@@amazoidal I saw that video. Sean seems to not favor the kef sound too much though, hence why I was wondering NRD's opinion

[@amazoidal]

For a Class D amp, this Model 30 is not that powerful. My Parasound 2350 has way more watts but the 30 may be cleaner. The KEFs are revealing. You'd have to try them. I have 4 ELAC B6.2 but I want the Tekton Double Impacts.

[@colinbenfield326]

Positive views on here but the Marantz Facebook group prefer the PM range design. Don’t care what it looks like I’d have one.

[@ashokadlakha6123]

Beautiful piece of music at the beginning of the video.. will be glad if someone can anyone identify it ??

[@LeonardoCaldasSoares]

This is ClassD?

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yes

[@richardmurphy9006]

O that's a beauty breathtaking it would definitely be getting touched glorious

[@net_news]

I don't like the design but It's an interesting product.

[@legrandmaitre7112]

"It has a balance knob, and here's the volume knob...." er thanks for the insight, very perceptive... I think. Hopefully Terry over on Pursuit Perfect can give us a proper review, like how does it sound! He'll even have it playing.

[@Newrecordday2013]

I wasn’t asked to do a review, I was asked to introduce it and cover the technical aspects. Thanks for the comment. I’ll review the stack pretty soon.

[@richardzedman1160]

ill pass its class D Havernt herd a class D that sounds as good as AB

[@skolvikings5263]

Things are changing, do you still pay your bills through the mail too?? LOL

[@richardzedman1160]

@@skolvikings5263 class D is heaps cheaper to make and uses less power that the only advantage over class A AB

[@brinch69]

@@skolvikings5263 Class D is a cold dead Amp Class A-AB is a varm and living Amp Class D is cheap to make, but asking price is higher

[@Newrecordday2013]

Eh, class D is a big umbrella to throw out the window without a conversation. These guys are using the NC500s which imo, are a brilliant choice as they are a chameleon. You can easily alter their voicing upstream which makes them very versatile.

[@skolvikings5263]

@@brinch69 Don't you want an amp neutral??

[@samb8996]

Can we assume that you were paid off to promote this product?

[@Newrecordday2013]

Nope, nothing was sponsored or paid.

[@JohnSmith-zl8rz]

Marantz rise the price $500 more, $3000 now, overpriced.

[@seanlacroix]

Class d. No thanks. I had a class d NAD and it sounded flat and lifeless. I love the marantz but I'll stick with class a/b

[@joeygonzo]

might as well build a kit for $200

[@JohnSmith-zl8rz]

this video not mention nothing about that, this video seems like a paid ad, thumbs down!

[@DH-og5yr]

You sound ignorant. And Afraid of change. If they make a good sounding unit that’s reliable, who cares? Good riddance when your generation “moves on”.

[@seanlacroix]

@@DH-og5yr what are you talking about. All I'm saying is that I haven't heard a class d amp I've like yet. Other than for my subwoofer. As for my generation I'm not even old bro.

[@madcrabber1113]

Very nice commercial.

[@arthurwatts1680]

I expect that this looks better in the flesh but for me any money spent on the phono stage would be a waste. I get the whole 'part of our heritage' thing but to do justice to that would mean tubes and minimal knobs on the front, at least imo.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thanks for the comment Arthur. Hope all is well.

[@Hector_Malot]

Plastic on the front panel of a $2000+ product is unacceptable.

[@Osuna..]

Y los coches qué valen 40.000 y son de plástico por dentro?

[@Hector_Malot]

@@Osuna.. Por el precio del kilo de un amplificador de 2.000 dólares, un coche de 40.000 dólares debería costar... ¡300.000 dólares! ¡Así que creo que pueden darse el lujo de poner botones de aluminio!

[@brinch69]

Class D no thanks

[@Newrecordday2013]

Eh - before you stick your nose up, have you heard the Ncore stuff? The NC500s are a chameleon and a great choice for voicing upstream.

[@morespinach9832]

Shit look. Simple clean brushed lines would be nice, like Yamaha S2100 or Hegel H190.

[@Njabuloseh]

Hmmm

[@abiedoodles]

Looks like Class D amp

[@Newrecordday2013]

It is Class D. Thanks!

[@mkfmkf55]

I lost respect for Marantz when it appears they canned Ken Ishiwata middle of last year, and he died a few months later. I have no first hand knowledge of what actually happened, but from the scant press releases it looked like a heartlessly brutal business move.

[@rustyshackleford6978]

You lost respect for a company based off your assumptions they did something which you cannot confirm as accurate?

[@burp5097]

@@rustyshackleford6978 Some people ! 'ave em eh !

[@mkfmkf55]

@@rustyshackleford6978 No assumptions. It was reported by David Price in Stereonet that Ken I was "let go" by Marantz. There was also a quote by Ken I himself reported in Stereophile about Ken I's disappointment that his long relationship with Marantz had ended. Disappointment meaning it wasn't mutually agreed upon.

[@NicolaDiNisio]

This is one more reason why I want Ron to contrast and compare this integrated amplifier with the PM-KI Ruby. They seem so similar in design and spec that it almost looks like they confirmed Ken's heritage.

[@EdBenji]

That's one ugly design...