Marantz 40n: Made in Japan

[@tonyvaldiconza3914]

Wow! Thanks Steve for featuring my Maggie stereo rig

[@labalo5]

Nice system! Fellow San Diegan here!

[@recordhead]

Clone Wars! Nice.

[@BruceCross]

Always nice to see speakers pulled out from the wall. So many "audiophiles" don't do that (or their wives don't let them).

[@ptg01]

@@BruceCross Lucky Tony !!! Very forgiving or understanding spouse !

[@glenncurry3041]

@@BruceCross As a Maggie 1.7i owner, you literally have no choice! Don't bother buying Maggies if you can not have them out in the room! I have to move mine out to listen because their location blocks the doors to the bedroom and garage! Not because of WAF.

[@LookSee]

Beautiful modern industrial design loaded with features and the current to drive the LRS, sounds like a winner.

[@Audiorevue]

Well you know Steve the PM 8006 also from Marantz is made in Japan as well and I have one and it's one of my favorite hi-fi pieces I've ever bought.

[@kirkaparty4143]

I read that the 40n has the same amp section as the PM8006.

[@sjsadler8061]

I have this too - And It is special..

[@ProffAndy]

@@kirkaparty4143 The 40N amp stage has several upgrades over the PM8006 design.

[@berkut6313]

The “Power amp in” comes handy when you have a separate AV receiver and want to beef-up your mains L/R using pre-amp output and/or use a single set of speakers. Since AVR don’t always sound so good, you don’t compromise your music experience in 2 channel audio…and ease up on AVR power for the center and surrounds….

[@classiccoupe666]

I also have the PM8006 and I'm very happy with it. Bought it "apart from it's sound quality" because it is absent of any digital input, which I don't need or use.

[@cameronkrause4712]

I really enjoyed this review. This little amp sounds like it might be a hit. Steve's description of the DAC section reminds me of the DAC section in my Denon pma 1600ne which has a very sweet sound, but is not as detailed as some of the DACS coming out of China. However, the sweet sound is addictive and I can listen to it for hours. Digital has come a long ways.

[@ptg01]

Topping ???

[@babagandu]

I'm using ND8006 with PMA-1600NE in analog mode

[@babagandu]

@@ptg01 China junk maybe Mytex better

[@ptg01]

@@babagandu Not sure what you mean.... Everything coming out of China is junk ? If so, I beg to differ...

[@babagandu]

@@ptg01 cool good for you 👍🏻👍🏻

[@indrakumarc73]

Nice review, I purchased silver gold model and it is perfect for my setup, front center panel is Aluminum….

[@m6j159]

Hi Steve...you always deserve the like button. Another great video. Will try the podcast as well. Thank you...keep em coming.👍👍👍

[@seand67]

Great review. Love your background wall designs as well

[@cjay2]

Steve, regarding that David Bowie album, I obtained the CD and, as I always do these days, immediately ripped and opened the tracks onto my audio editor (Audition 3.01), and found that ALL of the tracks were highly compressed into clipping. The entire album plays at the same volume level throughout and is fatiguing to listen to. I then went onto youtube, and found all of the tracks available on the David Bowie channel, and downloaded them in 256k mp3, and opened them up in my editor. I found those tracks NOT clipping, but still more than considerably compressed. It's a real shame that 98% of all music released since the mid-90's has been ruined by this corporate-mandated mastering compression that not only takes away the excitement and dynamic range of music, but also introduces clipping distortion. Anyone can digitize any CD or vinyl and see for themselves what's going on with the recording. That's why original vinyl releases before digital always sound more alive and exciting, and the same for all older CD releases, before the mid-90s. Fortunately there are some CD releases after the 90s that were not subjected to this treatment, and that preserve the sound of the music as well as red-book allows.

[@daikuone]

What we as audio enthusiasts need to do is to talk about the new albums that aren't compressed and spread the word, so more of us know about great recordings. They just aren't made by established artisits generally.

[@deanwhiteley3065]

Hi Steve. I really enjoy your reviews but I do think this one missed the mark a little. I think with a product like this this you need to talk about all the features in a little more in depth IMHO. Like I said enjoy what you do. Please keep up the great work 👍😊

[@DjBunito]

Can i use a Marantz Model 40n and a Marantz Cinema 40 together to have the best of two worlds? I planning on doing a 5.2.4 setup for movie watching but i want to power the front two speakers to the Model 40n for max stereo quality. Is this a good idea or just a waste of money?

[@arnoldschloss9634]

Hey Steve - Send this unit back to Marantz, and tell them to send you a brand new Marantz 2270, from 1975. Connect that to your Cornwall IV's!!

[@martinkatz7639]

Interesting but you wouldn’t have all the built-in digital capabilities. You could also have a worthless AM/FM radio.

[@dicktater9637]

@@martinkatz7639 Lost your sense of humor Martin?

[@martinkatz7639]

@@dicktater9637 😂😂🤣😆I guess not. Ha ha ha ha

[@keithmoriyama5421]

When I was a kid "Made in Japan" was a dirty word synonymous with junk. Today... wow, It's made in Japan!

[@leonsam12]

Have you ever reviewed the Marantz PM8006 ?? Also made in Japan I believe , what are your thoughts on that ??

[@chahyadirusli5219]

Love the shirt matches the quilt.

[@spunkthecombo]

It's got great knobs! I've missed knobs for years.

[@jammanist]

Big question I have Steve is how do you compare the new Marantz to the Outlaw Receiver sound wise?

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

It’s been probably five years since I heard the outlaw in my system, so I really can’t say. I am amazed by reviewer’s who have that capacity to mentally compare products over years or decades

[@jusjash]

I am looking forward to Outlaw 2160mkii review

[@danmar007]

I like Marantz design and your wall.

[@kirkaparty4143]

Wonder how it sounds with BUchardt S400ii. That would be a typical matching

[@TheMirolab]

Forced to choose, it's weird that Marantz gave 40n an "Amp In" rather than a "Pre Out". A typical upgrade path is to graduate to a more powerful amp, which is impossible with this integrated. That would be a deal breaker for me if I was in the market for one.

[@굿잡-n1p]

리시버연결

[@nexus-surgeon]

Can I use banana audio connectors With this model? Or I should buy spades?

[@indrakumarc73]

I have tried spade connectors but Nakamichi 24k Gold Beryllium Copper banana connectors are easy to plug in and are suitable for 40n in my opinion….

[@nexus-surgeon]

@@indrakumarc73 thanks

[@MrDaveaccord]

Love Marantz products. I have a ten year old CD player that works flawless.

[@martindevon3204]

Yep I've got a 23 year old cd17 that works perfectly

[@kenhiett5266]

I'm having a hard time deciding between this and the Technics SU-GX70. I would pull the trigger on the Technics rn if it had more watts per channel. I'm buying it for a relatively small room, but I've always purchased amps with an abundance of power. I like to have that grip on the lower end and the option of using it in a larger room if I ever wanted to. It probably sounds like I'm answering my own question, but the Technics is the better watt to watt integrated (imo), and it's less money. Anything you think would help me make this decision would be appreciated.

[@rabit818]

Turning Japanese, integrated amp and turntable. Is there a Japanese speaker for this combination? This an aspirational amp for most of us. I have a vintage Marantz 5250B which I adore.

[@Suaveone1]

It’s the shirt snd we love it 🙂👍

[@denoefkes]

Hi Steve, I was wondering if the combination of the amp with the Buchardt S400 mk2 could be a match? Would it, at least technically be OK? Thanks! Love your enthousiasm!

[@ronchambers3713]

It looks very nice for a marantz

[@scottchegg1209]

Hi Steve, from Wales UK, do you remember the marantz pm4a, 15 watts pure class a, or switchable 60 watt ab mode?

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Wow, I don’t recall that one!

[@1922peter]

I do, and given it’s current somewhat mythical status, it surprisingly got a slightly lukewarm review initially, iirc. From KK in Hifi News I think.

[@scottchegg1209]

@@1922peter I had 1 of 15 available in the UK. It was lovely.

[@rompstar]

An idea for maybe a future video: you should talk about how some equipment keeps its value and some not / for example: I have a Denon AVR-4810CI / this was originally a $3000 piece of equipment, it's for movies, but can be used for 2-channel and it sounds pretty damn good also! I picked it up at the thrift store for $100 and that's what they seem to go for $100 - $300 range.. depends if you find one with the remote or not... it's a 10+-year-old piece of equipment, but it lost like 97% of its value / on the Other hand I recently bought a used: Primare I20 from Sweden for $350, but they go for $1299 new - dedicated 2-channel audiophile amp and also about 10 years old and, well I did get a good deal, but these sell for about $500 to $600 used, maybe more - it lost a fraction of its original value compared to the other Brand, maybe 50% or 40% - depending on the deal you get... / I mean there is a big difference in lost value between these Brands... as just one example... more serious dedicated equipment seems to keep its value and these integrated amps do not, be warned! Now I can't say anything about this Marantz, made in Japan, probably more on the limited series, but who knows, looks pretty awesome too!

[@ptg01]

Interesting topic for sure... as a significant majority of audio equipment will lose its value rapidly... just like driving a brand new car off the dealer lot !!! This hobby is indeed an expense, not a good financial investment ! But the ROI is mostly 'satisfaction', 'happiness' etc. :)

[@rompstar]

@@ptg01 yes True that / but some equipment will lose value much more rapidly than others, that's just 1 example out of many :) Used cars are now going up in value, lol / A Car I bought 6 years ago used, is worth more used today, lol

[@ptg01]

@@rompstar Very good point regarding used car values today.. but I think that is just an aberration caused primarily by global supply chain challenges but who knows what the future brings ???

[@rompstar]

@@ptg01 it's going to be like this for a while, things have changed, started because of Covid19, but now other things are happening, global trade routes are being changed and rerouted.

[@ptg01]

@@rompstar You are probably right... New World Order I suppose...

[@GhostTheAssassin]

How would you compare this a Hegel H190?

[@pennfootball71]

It slices it dices it makes japanese music

[@albertomarino242]

Just curious steve why cant Marantz build it here …

[@dennisheadley4408]

Steve--What effect do you think the acquisition of Sound United may have on involved brands like Marantz?

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

I have no idea, but sound United was no great shakes! It’s all just commodities

[@ptg01]

@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac I had to deal with Sound United and they are probably one of the most challenging companies I've ever dealt with. No accountability, deceiving marketing practices. But I am confused why a 'medical equipment' type of company would acquire Sound United.

[@riddicklancing4817]

@@ptg01 monopoly

[@ptg01]

@@riddicklancing4817 Consumer electronics is, for all practical purposes, a commodity, as it is so easily substitutable with other products....

[@brianmefford630]

This looks like a morbidly stripped down version of their base models at 2.5 times the price?

[@jogmas12]

Wait a minute! My Nagaoka mm cartridge is made in Japan and cost me only $129

[@hypnotechno]

cinema 50 is half the price. Is the 40 worth it:/?

[@magnificentmusicusa]

Thanks Steve for this review! Few questions if you can please answer: I have RT85 connected with Klipsch The Fives. I'm looking to upgrade my stereo system, and first I was thinking about Klipsch The Sevens, but I would like to listen to CDs too and also to be able to connect to the TV . 1. What you recommend to buy between Marantz Cinema 70 and Marantz 40n? which one has a better phono stage and works better with a CD player? Is the $1500 difference between them worth to go with 40n? I'm ok spending $2500 for the 40n if it makes more sense. (I'm not watching a lot of movies or playing games). 2. Is Marantz CD 60 the best match with 40n, or works ok with Cinema 70? 3. What bookshelf speakers you recommend up to $2000 ($2500) per pair? (I have a Klipsch Reference R-10SW 10" 300w Powered Subwoofer and I was hinking about Klipsch 600M II to match the subwoofer, but I'm ok spending more for better quality or better match with Marantz). 4. Can I replace (after 1000 hours) the 2 M Blue with the 2m Bronze cartridge on my RT 85? Thank you very much! Reply

[@JohnSmith-zl8rz]

I don't understand the difference between this and 30n

[@fhaquuu]

30 is class D. Also only analogue inputs. 40n has network among digital /dac built in. Also full class A/B and less powerful..

[@davignonmemarc3000]

A class D amplifier ?

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Class a B

[@themetatron0000]

Elvis costhello trying to be wapper on boonote, eh

[@Michael-xz1nk]

Sounds like a Made In Japan “cheater product”. Looks like a partnership between Marantz and Brooklyn Mytek. Definitely not cup of tea. I would go for the Naim Super Nait 3 for double the price…

[@dougdavis8986]

Very nice looking

[@alberto3028]

Pura palabrería y humo.

[@romainmarchese9935]

C’est une arnaque, quoique très bien fait , il est simplement un pm8006 avec une carte pour le streaming, quel bordel ça doit être à l’intérieur !!!!

[@fhaquuu]

How do you know this, it’s completely different topology and full class a/b. Also many reviewers comment on the sound is much better than the old PM series units that can be sterile and more “flat”

[@mustbeblueraininAfrika]

...🙄🧐lippbeart...these shirt,s...😏😎you are Stoner...

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Thanks, but never a stoner!

[@prabinpaudel5572]

4 seconds ago.. 😂

[@youmad7037]

4 seconds ago... you kidnapped another child

[@riddicklancing4817]

@@youmad7037 haha love the dark humor, but seriously looking at this Prabin past comments he’s either a very broken individual or he legitimately think he’s a good person, non the less he also just spats out nonsense banter.

[@georgepark423]

Really main in Japan?

[@paulm944]

Another great review, thank you Steve. For my money I would prefer a Rogue Sphinx and the Denafrips Ares, but many people do love these all-in-one solutions.

[@DougMen1]

I listened to the Model 30 and the Model 40n, both on Alpha Audio's YT channel, and they used the same 3 songs and their reference Focal Sopra 1 speakers, and, to my ears, the 40 sounded fuller and more natural, and more three dimensional and just more real, and the 30 sounded thinner, flatter, and more two dimensional. I think class D still has a way to go to compete with class AB, if it ever can.

[@V1ralB1ack]

Class D has that characteristic sound. It competes... it's got power and dynamics but it carries that unrealistic digital high resolution sound signature. It's like tubes. They will always have great midrange and a uniquely big soundstage to its solid state counterpart. Why? it's in the design. The effort it would take to make a tube amp sound like a solid state is soo costly it'd be cheaper to just buy a solid state. Same applies with class d. It's strengths are its small size and efficiency (low heat). It is what it is.

[@mmmbbq]

It would have been really cool of you could decode DSD through that HDMI port. Why this is only available through an AVR is dumbfounding. Also, it's great they did, and you pointed out, put in a great built in phono stage. Honestly, I have a bunch of Receivers, integrates, and preamps with awesome phono amps built in, all as good or, in many cases, better than, the Mani. I finally ended up selling my Mani when people were paying stupid prices for them the last couple months. I just never needed to use it.

[@paulpavlou9294]

Nice interview Steve, congratulations on the much improved image quality in your videos. Whatever you have done is working

[@spellacy29]

'I didn't go there.' C'mon Steve, I love your show but it's 2022. Streaming is here to stay and anyone spending that much money would want to know how it sounds. 🙂

[@scottyo64]

It's 2022, where have you been? 😆

[@micpoc4597]

@@scottyo64 It's been 2022 for MONTHS! 😆

[@spellacy29]

It's 2022? Really? Already? ☺

[@mikevalentinas6766]

not everyone. at least not me.

[@musiclassica]

Streaming is overrated.

[@john26262]

Hi Steve. Thank you for the review. I am old enough to remember when made in Japan was considered low quality. Then things turned around and made in Japan was considered high quality. But I'm wondering nowadays if made in Japan is really any better quality than made in China or made in Viet Nam or any number of other places. But this looks like a good integrated amp but at that price point I would prefer an amp that doesn't have all of those built-in bells and whistles such as a built-in streamer.

[@babagandu]

Sure is ... search for Denon Shirakawa plant there is a tour video China junk

[@inonothing09]

At what point in history has Japanese manufacturing been considered low quality ?

[@michaelriner1181]

@@inonothing09 50`s and early 60`s

[@user-bc6ok1yh4s]

@@inonothing09 The immediate post WW2 period.

[@Ineedtotakeabreak]

@@inonothing09 1950’s

[@gilbertwashburn7095]

Hey that thing looks cool looks well made I bet it sounds great I'll have to check that out I don't really need another amp but you know how that is I already got more than 200 pieces of stereo equipment that you know you know how it is

[@gregkerbel1730]

I've had Marantz gear touch my system many times since the 70's. And they all added a specific color to the music. It's very listenable and can cover many source flaws. I currently have a Marantz ND8606 Network player, and I'm sure that this units DAC is based on the 8606 DAC it is very analog sounding but it does have a fixed set of filters hence the unique color. I have a PrimaLuna Tube DAC for my music listening but I still prefer the Marantz for watching movies.

[@stimpy1226]

Excellent review. I think a fabulous well thought out system of the day!

[@rickc661]

So, compare the $1000. highly rated Outlaw rec. - 110w conservative mid '70's rated , multi RCA /digital inputs , adjust Phone, adjustable Sub out , looks great......

[@dicktater9637]

Steve did comment on that in a Reply to a guy who asked if the 40n is an upgrade to his Outlaw, Steve said NO. I was pleasantly surprised Steve saw that comment and more surprised he replied, kinda cool.

[@robertbyington7715]

The problem with Mirantz is they have some of the worst customer service in the industry; sorry when I spend big $ and have a problem it shouldn’t take a week for somebody to get back to me. If you buy a piece of equipment from PS Audio and you have a problem you can speak with the owner Scott or his dad.

[@PetrKrenzelok]

I have a Denon AVR and would like to get some amp for the fronts. How would you compare Denon pma-1700ne with the Marantz 40n?

[@jogmas12]

Usually a built in phono preamp in an integrated amp is an afterthought by the manufacturer.

[@NeverTalkToCops1]

Vinyl nostalgia. How quaint.

[@dicktater9637]

@@NeverTalkToCops1 my 17 year old son and his friends buy new and used vinyl and have fun with it, the same as I did at that age. We have good components, so the sound is very good. Why does that bother you?

[@jeffkalina7727]

Time to add an award/prize for different viewer systems. You decide criteria. Vendors supply prizes. A framed, signed picture of you ?

[@seymourclearly]

"Knob feel, silky smooth japanese receivers' !! As we say this side of the pond-"oh er missus"

[@joesugarman1355]

So why can't they make knobs turn as silky smooth today as they did in the '70s?

[@bobb.9917]

I have a Marantz SACD 30n (w/internal Burr/Brown DAC) and a Denafrips Pontus II. When I switch back&forth between the DACs I agree with your assessment completely, regarding the 40n and The Ares. It’s GREAT to have the choice ..and both are good…just very different!

[@ptg01]

Did you try the Model30 amp that is meant to pair with the SACD30n ? How does it compare to Model40 amp ? I have the SACD30n and I love it. But I am feeding an all tube SET amp.

[@tweakerman]

Nice amp steve, and another excellent video👍

[@CarlVanDoren61]

Another joke review, 🙄

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Well I guess you enjoy them, you keep coming back! Every click is precious

[@CarlVanDoren61]

@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Only magnepan reviews, always down play power requirements. Review good stuff like Coda 16.0

[@simonzinc-trumpetharris852]

Knob feel...phnar...phnar...phnarr!

[@martinkatz7639]

You have a little ribbon speakers from magnapan. I thought you had those when they first came out to review. Did you buy them or are you just re-reviewing them?

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

No, I did not buy them. They were used by other reviewers for a couple of years, and they’re back here for use on another project.

[@bjwal6]

External phono and DAC comparisons is EXTREMELY welcome - thank you so much

[@alonsotoledo4304]

Hi Steve, nice review! Do you think would be a good match with KEFls50 meta plus a sub?

[@andreaweafer3246]

Hi Steve , I have same question. Purchased Kef meta February. Running on my 35 year Onkyo A - 8190 . Have some coin saved now, Canadian. Previous NAD fan . My next add on - yes and if so what would be a comparable amp at this price . Note- analog nut . Thanks , I value your thinking on my next BIG upgrade .

[@therndabt]

Nice shirt

[@scottchegg1209]

Dyptyque panels from France look interesting Steve

[@dicktater9637]

Steve has mentioned most of those panels are from GIK Acoustics in Atlanta but I may be seeing different ones than you.. Steve mentioned GIK so I bought some, the wife and kids love them so I took the plunge. GIK was great to work with.

[@williamdirks5805]

Marantz's *extremely* poor tone controls are the reason I keep refusing to buy a Marantz amp -- even though, in other respects, I would LOVE to buy this one. Marantz chooses to boost a very narrow peak at 50 Hz in the bass and at 15 kHz in the treble. The result is that all you hear is some extra hiss in the treble and some hard thumping way down low. It doesn't allow you alter the tone in a musically satisfying way. BOO Marantz. To see what I'm talking about, look at the tone control measurements in the Stereophile review of the 40n.

[@JadeTheWolf1982]

What would be your preference for the phono section for a high output MC cartridge like the Denon 110? Rouge Sphinx or the Model 40?

[@ParagMathurmd]

Without preamp out, I would never consider this. No way to upgrade. And, no...I've never used an external power amp.

[@tulsibhaduri6227]

I have marantz pm 5005 amplifier and dedicated cd player in Kolkata , India which I want to sale for marantz 40 n what price I can expect ?

[@arthurwatts1680]

I bought a Marantz SACD player back in 2014 for roughly 2K USD and no part of that case felt 'plasticky' - I realize that's less important than the amp's performance but it's not encouraging. For the sake of keeping the beancounters happy, I can't help feeling that this is a false economy.

[@pistopitpit]

Hi. Would this amplifier display/indicate bitrate of received file? Thanks.

[@pistopit7142]

IT does nto have USB DAC. Thankfully my PC has optical to bypass this problem.

[@El_white_horse]

Do you think will be a good match with the sonus faber lumina II 4 ohms 30-150 watts ?

[@aceofspades6667]

Thoughts on this vs Hegel h190 vs anthem STR integrated? Pairing with Maggie 1.7i

[@derkchurk5879]

They need to just make a fully analog power amplifier without the new modern design scheme and get back to their roots.

[@jasonthul]

How would this amp pair with a set of Heresy 4s? This is one of the amps on my short list.

[@jonathanmcvennon4108]

Hi Steve super thanks. Expansive cover for an amplifier which has helped me to refine my own understanding of what I'm looking for. That's what we're here for yes? But Black Star man! What an album emotionally charged, YES! I know you're not a music reviewer (or are you?). This is one of my favourites compressed or not.

[@gregarioussolitudinist5695]

I would rather have three NR 1200's for that amount of Scratch. One for each room.

[@TheMirolab]

Yeah.. hearing the over-compression on Bowie's record made me want to die too......

[@billobermeyer4216]

Show the item you are talking about....while your talking !!!

[@pickyaudiophile]

Sadly, there is no power amplifier within their "n" range of components. This one here but as a straight power amp would have been my pick.

[@SarcoZQ]

Got mine for 3 weeks, playing rather well with my 805d4's.

[@paulomontero12]

Maybe the shirt your wearing is the difference?

[@DigitalPhilosophers]

Made in China is great too and it gets even better

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

And less expensive!

[@youmad7037]

Yikes

[@ptg01]

It is truly amazing what Chinese audio offers today ! Check out Cayin, Line Magnetic, Topping, Denafrips etc... The build quality is just amazing and the price/performance proposition is hard to beat.

[@DigitalPhilosophers]

@@ptg01 Exactly! There are so many fantastic products made in China

[@ptg01]

@@DigitalPhilosophers So true.. yet there are those that will boycott them due country of origin. Oh well... I am no supporter of the regime but these hifi manufacturers there are cottage industries and I highly doubt if it is even in the radar of the communist party (unlike Huawei, Alibaba, Tencent etc) . Interesting times we live in !!!

[@briandesjarlais5660]

My god steve why did you choose that shirt ? Of all days !! Lol

[@christinearmington]

Mentions the Pass in passing. 😆🤦‍♀️😎

[@Terry12345]

Hey Steve, do you think this would be a huge upgrade going from an Outlaw Audio rr2160 mk2 in sound quality? I'm driving a pair of Kef R3's in a 12X16 room.

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

No, the Outlaw is excellent.

[@Terry12345]

@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Thanks. You just saved me $2500. I'm heading over to Patrion to become your newest member 😉

[@Audiorevue]

I've had the outlaw and while I thought it was good sound for the money to me it kind of sounded monotonal. Like you didn't get a sense of the timbre as well as the color of music as much as other amps I've heard. I recently purchased a Marantz PM 8006 which is very similar to the new model 40 and it is quite literally a night and day difference.

[@ptg01]

@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac High praise indeed !!! I need to check out Outlaw...

[@elbebe1000]

@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Thank you Steve, I was waiting for this answer

[@Foxtrot1967]

Steve, can you start a channel teaching us how to shop for shirts

[@donaldallison]

The viewer is like me an Audiophile and cyclist.

[@homerjones3291]

Wait a minute - you got a “G”? When did that happen?

[@ingenfestbrems]

A board over the heat sink, not really optimal for components

[@wielentschoten575]

Is there a vintage Marantz that is comparible with this new one?

[@IDann1]

You’ve got to have that knob feel 😬🤪🧐

[@heifetz14]

no knob jokes if you please.