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CD Players
A bit of
a mine field? Different samples from the same manufacturer
get different reviews, why? It's both subjective and good
engineering. Here at Sound Hi Fi we have our own
professional Leader LE1854 Jitter Meter and we test each
individual unit. We have never yet rejected a
Marantz CD
Player!
Sound Hi Fi are
proud to be one of only 21 Marantz Premium Dealers in the
UK and only one of 7 Marantz Legendary Dealers in the UK!.
We only supply
fresh Marantz UK stock. No imports here! You get the
full Marantz UK warrantee.
Marantz SA-7S1
CD & SACD
Some have said this
is the best CD player in the world, who are we to disagree?
The SA-7S1 Super Audio CD player launches integration in to new
heights of stunning, reference-quality excellence. Perfect
harmony with the other sections of this integrated player is
ensured by our highly advanced digital filter techniques, which
use Marantz’s own filter characteristic. The result is the most
detailed and dynamic reproduction ever heard. In addition, and
unique to Marantz, is our full separation of digital and
analogue sections, this not only separates the digital and
analogue power supplies but separates them at ground level as
well - thanks to the new GMR (Giant Magneto Resistor) technology
- totally avoiding any influence of digital on the sensitive
analogue whatsoever. Further options are external clock input
and digital phase inverting. And because the whole unit is as
‘solid as a rock’, with a metal tray disc mechanism,
copper-shielded chassis, high-grade power supply and
best-in-class components, this player represents absolute
uncompromising quality, designed, engineered and created for the
uncompromising ear.
Retail price £5100.00 Summer sale price £4,999.00 Ex dem unit £4,495.00 We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values. We will personally deliver and install at no extra charge.
3 year Marantz UK warrantee
In
stock now.........
Fir the ultimate add the high stability clock
click here to see it
• Click on any of the reviews below to read them in full
Review from Hi Fi Choice
Review from Hi Fi Choice Collection
Review from
What Hi Fi
Review from
Hi Fi+
Review from The Absolute Sound
Review from The Gramophone
Review from Positive Feedback
Technical description from
Positive Feedback
Hi Fi World SA7 and CC1 clock
CC1 Master Clock
We all know that you can simply put a low cost crystal clock
into a budget CD player and make it better. But how do you
improve on a £5K to £20K CD player? In Japan there are external
clocks, not just clocks, but low phase noise clocks, they are
£8,000 each! Bizarrely it was in Japan that we discovered this
£2K clock that is made in Europe! Although originally designed
for mastering studios, it performs equally well in your own
home. Simply plug into the back of any compatible CD player and
switch it on. Click here
to read more.
Marantz SA-11S2
CD & SACD
Today’s digital
circuitry is capable of truly remarkable renditions of the
clarity and emotional content of music. Nowhere is this more
clearly seen then in the latest SA-CD player of Marantz. The
SA-11S2 SA-CD player has a unsurpassed rhythmic intensity and a
quality of dynamics and pace more usually associated with the
recording studio. The new DAC in combination with exclusive by
Marantz developed digital filtering provide stunning SA-CD and
Audio CD stereo playback. A multitude of sound enhancements make
this player a must for every audiophiles and true music lovers.
The S2 version features the same high quality metal CD tray from
the SA-7S1.
• Click on any of the reviews below to read them in full
Review from Hi Fi News S1 version
Review from Hi Fi World "
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Review from Hi Fi Choice "
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Review from
The Absolute Sound
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Review from Hi Fi
Choice
Collection
3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Retail price £3,299.90 Our price £2,999.00 We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
Marantz SA-KI
Pearl
CD & SACD
When you first
encounter the new KI Pearls, the first thing you notice are
their unique ‘Silk Pearl’ finishing. The first of its kind for
Marantz. But it’s the magic that Ken Ishiwata has created inside
the box that really gets the pulse racing. He has built-in
everything possible to ensure that the music is reproduced
exactly as the original artist and recording engineer intended.
Underneath the Pearl SACD player’s 5mm aluminium cover is a
XYRON Disc Tray with Precision Super Audio CD Drive. There’s
also the latest Toroidal transformer. And, the Marantz-exclusive
HDAM SA2 circuitry. Together they work sublimely with all the
other carefully selected components to deliver precision
highspeed signal handling over the widest possible frequency
range. As with amplifiers, you cannot judge a CD player by
analysing its specifications. You need to listen. And that is
what Ken Ishiwata has done in designing this unsurpassed KI
Pearl SACD player. That’s why he built in a ‘bulletproof’,
vibration-damped cabinet, a rock-solid power supply with
Toroidal transformer, and unsurpassed CD mechanism. It all
sounds easy, but only with a long experience in product design
and an intimate understanding of music reproduction is it
possible to create a product like this player. And you have to
hear it to believe us. In short, KI Pearls are true objects of
beauty in every sense.
Review from Hi Fi News
Every registered owner get a fantastic 30th Anniversary book and
a Super Audio CD
5 year Marantz UK warrantee
We have the first KI Pearls in the UK £2,495.00
available now! (we will match any other UK deal)
Marantz SA-15S2
CD & SACD
The SA-15S2 carries
the Reference Series tradition another step forward. Drawing on
past experience as well as on the latest advances in circuit
design and mechanical engineering, this single disc SA-CD/CD
player brings a fine focus to both nuance and crescendo. From
classical to classic rock – as well as everything in between –
you’ll hear it all.
Your path to excellence begins with a new power supply designed
around a large, double shielded toroid transformer to make sure
that the SA-15S2’s internal environment was free on magnetic
interference and noise as possible.
We included a new disc mechanism with a Xyron disc tray.
Although you might not consider the disc tray important, it is
the first – and very critical – mechanical link between your
favorite discs and the rest of the player. Xyron is a
composition of rigid-rod chain molecules of
poly(p-phenyene-2,6-benzobisoxazole) or PBO. (Now you know why
we call it Xyron!) Its high tensile strength and modulus of
elasticity helps isolate the disc from the micro-vibrations
inherent in any drive mechanism. Thus, Xyron lets the digital
circuitry process a more accurate data stream, which, in turn,
translate directly into more coherent and pleasing sound.
Advanced Cirrus Logic digital processors go far beyond
conventional digital filters and D/A converters. Optimized for
both PCM and DSD data streams (from CDs and SA-CDs
respectively), this 24-bit/192 kHz-capable IC combines both
multi-bit and Delta-Sigma architectures and supports all audio
interface standards. For the SA-15S2, Marantz engineers took
advantage of novel control capabilities to let you select
digital filter characteristics that complement both your music
selections and your tastes. Of course, the SA-15S2 gives you a
choice of analog or digital outputs. You can either enjoy one of
the finest analog sections available today or use the outboard
processor of your choice. If you opt for the digital outputs,
you can select either the gold-plated coaxial or high-isolation
optical connectors.
• Marantz Champagne finish
• Marantz Custom SACDM-10 disc mechanism
• SA-CD(Stereo),CD,CD-R/RW(MP3/WMA/CD-DA) playback
• Selectable digital filter
• Cirrus Logic D/A – CS4398
• Original HDAM-SA2 circuits
• Large toroidal transformer – double shielded
• Optical/gold coax digital outputs
• Optical digital input for DAC mode (up to 96kHz)
• Zero impedance copper ground plate – High S/N & L/R separation
• Discrete high current headphone amp/output
• Machined brass analog output terminals
• Digital out off mode for pure playback
• Low noise LCD display
• Detachable power cord
3 year Marantz UK warrantee
Retail price £1699.90 Our Price £1,599.00 We will match any other price and
give truly exceptional part exchange values.
Marantz SA8003
CD & SACD
The
SA8003 represents uncompromised music reproduction from CD,
SA-CD and even USB devices. With technology derived from
Marantz’s acclaimed flagship Super Audio CD player, every aspect
of the SA8003’s construction has been
critically reviewed and
developed by us to attain uncompromised quality. This design
configuration translates into clear and powerful reproduction of
even the most demanding recorded musical performances. The
copper-plated chassis and rear panel reduce signal-degrading
electromagnetic interference and offers lowest impedance
grounding to every spot of the player. Every aspect of Marantz’s
extensive knowledge and expertise has been used in perfecting
the symmetric circuitries with top-quality parts, ensuring pure
audiophile hi-fi enjoyment. The new Zylon loading mechanism
enables listeners fully to appreciate Super Audio CDs and
provides the perfect depth, dynamics, and sonic excellence
you’ve come to expect from this exquisite Super Audio CD player.
It can even replay compressed audio formats such as MP3 and WMA
in the same high-fidelity quality. A USB front input completes
this extraordinary player, which will bring many hours of
unsurpassed listening.
• Purist
reproduction that expresses the true essence and full emotion of
music
• New solid reference-standard chassis
• New ZYLON loading mechanism for Super Audio CDs (stereo), CDs,
CD-R/RW, MP3 and WMA file replay
• USB interface for audio playback
• Audiophile-grade selected customised audio components for best
balanced audio
• Audiophile D/A conversion by the CS4398
• Symmetric discrete circuit architecture with Marantz HDAM SA-2
• Display Off function to minimise high-frequency noise
interference
• High-quality headphone amplifier with fast current buffer
output
• Toroidal transformer for instantaneously current delivery
capability
• Copper-plated chassis and back panel for lowest impedance
grounding
• Rigid dual-layer chassis construction eliminates virtually any
mechanical vibration
• Dedicated power supplies for system blocks to A/Void any
interference on audio signal
• Zero impedance matching joint for line outputs guarantees same
grounding level
• Gold-plated outputs for best connectivity
• Detachable power cord
On demonstration in Dartmouth Devon
• Click here
for the review
Retail price £849.90 £749.00
We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
In
stock now.........
Marantz SA7003
CD & SACD
The stereo Super Audio CD and CD player SA7003 underlines
Marantz’s heritage of high-quality two-channel audio
reproduction. For playback that captures musical nuance and
reproduces a wide sound stage – with no extra, or missing,
information – Marantz has applied its extensive expertise in
making faster, low-noise and lower impedance symmetric circuits
with high-quality parts. The loading mechanism is made of a new
material called ZYLON, the high rigidity of which improves
resonance and reduces vibration, contributing to unparalleled
audio sound quality (Reduced Mechanical Inter Modulation
Distortions). This enables you to listen to Super Audio CDs
providing sonic excellence you’ve come to expect from this Super
Audio CD player. It can even replay compressed audio formats
such as MP3 and WMA in high-fidelity quality. A high-quality
headphone amplifier and gold-plated outputs complete this
beautiful player. The SA7003 expresses the Marantz dedication to
the purest reproduction of musical emotion!
• New ZYLON loading
mechanism able to replay Super Audio CDs (stereo), CDs, CD-R/RW,
MP3 and WMA files
• New solid reference standard chassis
• Audiophile D/A conversion by the CS4398
• Marantz’ Current Feedback Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Modules
(HDAM-SA2)
• Symmetric discrete circuit architecture
• Customised audio components for best balanced audio
• Dedicated power supply circuits for system blocks
• Gold-plated outputs for best connectivity
• High-quality headphone amplifier
• Display off function to minimise high-frequency noise
interference
• Detachable power cord
• Dedicated remote and Marantz D-Bus
On demonstration in Dartmouth Devon
Retail price £619.90 £549.00
We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
In
stock now.........
Marantz CD6003
CD
You might expect an excellent CD player which sound quality,
dynamic range and clear detail reproduction will give anything a
music lover is out for, and you would be right! The solid
chassis is strengthened by an additional metal bottom plate
reducing unwanted vibration and makes the CD6003 a real “Heavy
Weight Fighter”. The centrally installed mechanism is compatible
with CDDA, CD-R/RW discs as well as MP3 and WMA files. The USB
input derived from the SA8003 features iPod digital connection.
The stable oversized power supply is feeding the digital and
analogue circuitry of the player, where the high quality CS4398
is converting the digital signal into an analogue one which will
be pushed by the Marantz own small signal amplifier called
HDAM-SA2 and passes further customized and well chosen
components to its way to the gold plated cinch outputs. Together
the PM6003 it is a match made in heaven for the music lover who
wants nothing but the best performance for an attractive price.
• Pure high quality CD-Player with MP3 and WMA playback
• CD-R/RW compatible
• HDAM-SA2 circuitry
• High quality D/A conversion (CS4398)
• Customized audio components
• CD-Text
• Pitch control, Quick replay
• iPod compatible USB input,
• 1x Coax and 1x optical digital out
• Headphone out
• Gold plated RCA outputs
• Dedicated remote
• Detachable AC cable
• Double layered bottom plate for extra stability
Read the What Hi fi 5 star review
£349.95 £299.00 Our price £279.95
We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
In
stock now......... silver and black
Marantz CD6002
CD
 CD6002 CD player is the latest new CD player from the Maranrtz
audio product development department. With
technologies derived from the highly acclaimed OSE CD player
Special series. Sound quality has dramatically improved after a
critically look at the circuit concept and to all components,
after which it is possible to determine where customization is
needed. At the end of this detailed process the power supply
lines are enforced and the audio circuitry is tremendously
tweaked up. Every change will be proved by a listening session.
This custom treatment gives a much more consistent response in
entire frequency range. Musical reproduction is characterized by
improved transparency and image, as well as tonal accuracy. What
Hi Fi gave it a glowing report!!
Retail Price £279.00
Our price £229.00 We will match any other price and give
truly exceptional part exchange values.
Click here to read
the review
Superseded by the CD6003 above.........
Prices correct at
01 June 2010 |
