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Hi guys, I was working on a Marantz 2385 and, while troubleshooting, I shorted out all the lights in the unit. I removed the dial bulbs and put in led's, but still no light. The unit is powered on and everything is working, minus the lights. Is it possible I shorted out something on PS00?

Hi Guys, I have experience with restoring many 2325's and now have a 2385 that's my personal unit. I need to troubleshoot the tape 2 input. I can't get any sound out of it. Tape 1 works perfectly. Tried Deoxit on tape 2 contacts, and no sound, totally silent. Taking this guy apart to...

Hi everyone, I’m having an issue with my Marantz SR5003 and could really use some help. A while ago, the amplifier started making a loud humming noise, so I stopped using it and left it unused for about 2 years. Recently, I decided to repair it and replaced the power amplifier...

Hi all. I installed a rooftop FM antenna and am starting to regularly record live FM music broadcasts received on a Marantz 112 tuner. I get a strong signal, but I'm also getting some sibilance ("essing") and occasional faint soft buzz-saw noise. I'm looking for advice on how I can approach...

It's been a while since I worked on a Marantz. Just fished this mid-1970s Marantz 1070. I own a 1060 and it's been restored as well. The 1060 is warmer, more tube-like. The 1070 is very clinical, very clear and such a wide dynamic range. The highs are very high and bass very low. Replaced the...

Hello! I'm trying to download the USB driver for my newly (second hand) acquired Marantz PM7005 integrated amp and the link on their website doesn't seem to work. I tried the internet archive and that didn't work either. Any idea where I could get it? I'm looking for the windows version. Thanks...

Howdy aficionados, I'm looking to upgrade from an old Rega system (Rega Brio clamshell, Rega Kyte speakers and Rega Planar 2). I tried the ELAC Debut B6.2 with the Rega Brio clamshell, and although they gave a tiny bit more bass extension compared to the Kytes, it still wasn't there quite yet...

I have a hiss or crackle or static on both channels (but not at the same time) when using the marantz 2270. I switched the cables left and right channel and the static appeared on both channels. (not simultaneously) The amp was recapped and serviced just recently because of this but the...

Hi guys, I wasn't sure which forum should I post this. My Marantz 2230 has a broken headphone housing. In case I don't replace it do I have any other option for using the headphone? e.g. headphone amp etc... Can I use the dubbing jacks as an alternative? Thanks.

I have a Marantz Model 2015 receiver that I had professionally serviced and recapped in 2022. I recently picked up a pair of Grundig Super HiFi Mini Box 330 4 ohm speakers. This receiver and speaker pairing produces an incredible sound (at least to my ears). I would like to know if running these...

I just recapped and calibrated this 2220b... found all the corrections, got the thing done, and when I fired it up, the 220 ohm wire wound resistor got hot and it blew the fuse. Still had the relay closing. Still had lights... so I went and did the calibration again and this time it all worked...

Hi, I am one of the lucky people to have a good working 2285BD, but during moving the holder for my AM antenna broke I've seen a few online and ordered one, accidentally from a Russian site and had to cancel my card. Does anyone know where I can find one? I live in Colombia, but can use a...

Does anyone know of or have a link on where to purchase the black shoulder washers that go behind the faceplates for the dubbing jacks and headphone jacks ? I cannot find them anywhere and dont have a digital caliper to measure them. They are found on the 2230, 2245, 2270 etc ! Thank you.

I recently came into possession of a vintage Marantz 2230 that seems to have an issue with left channel phono input. With normal setup, only the right speaker is outputting any sound. When I switch the RCA cables, same thing — only the right speaker plays anything. I have also used AUX to...

A friend of a friend is selling a few pieces of vintage Marantz gear that I have the chance to demo, and I'm hoping to get a sense from the community on what a fair price would be: - Marantz 32 amplifier - Marantz 33 pre-amplifier Cosmetically, the 33 looks clean, while the 32 has maybe $150...

I just replaced this entire chain with a single device: WiiM Ultra -> miniDSP Flex (digital output version w/DIRAC Live license) -> Topping E70 Velvet (feeding subwoofer) & RME ADI-2 DAC FS (feeding speakers) -> Topping B200 monobloc power amps In short, the made in Japan Marantz M1 (for those...

Hi everyone, I’m almost done with the restoration of a Marantz 2230. It sounds beautiful, I tried several things and finally found the combination that I like the most to my ears. When reassembling, I noticed that the volume pot feels a bit loose. I tightened the nut on the front panel, but...

Hey everyone, I hope you’re all doing well. I’m a bit hesitant about getting this Marantz 2385 amplifier. I’m still a fan of Sansui and Pioneer, so I’m unsure. Has anyone here tried this monster receiver? How does it sound, and what’s the usual price range? I found one for $1,500 in mint...

Hi all, I was wondering what you would consider a decent price on a set of model 9s. The most recent sales on eBay are all from a few years ago. I have the opportunity to buy a rebuilt to spec pair (rebuilt 3 years ago) for 12.5k. Is this too high? I feel like in the world of tube amps prices...

Moving this question off another thread where I was able to get some great help tracking down an issue on a 1030 P700 amp board that was producing sound on the left side only. Once I was able to get sound out of both channels, I replaced problem preamp transistors and recapped the power supply...

Hi guys, I'm pretty new to the hobby but I've had a lot of fun finding deals and fixing up stuff. Recently I came across a seller clearing some speakers out. One of which were these Marantz SP-1275s. A quick search brought up practically nothing except an old OfferUp listing. They're in...

I have had this wonderful old amplfiier for around 8 years. I got it completely factory, and somebody shorted out the lamp circuit. Easy fix luckily!! Worked great after clearing the short. The entire time I've owned the amp, it has had this strange behavior when I set it to 4x channel bridge...

Anyone have a recent 2230 parts list? I’m wanting to rebuild mine and any help to find the current recommended caps, transistors, diodes and other parts will be much appreciated!

I’m working on a Restoration for a Marantz 2500 and I’m basically at the finish line just finalizing calibrations. It came to my surprise that both channels show a very odd -14.9 V, YES volts not millivolts when going to set dc voltage. The unit plays and sounds incredible, but this worries me...

Anyone familiar with a Marantz 6200 or similar that uses this kind of auto-return mechanism? My auto-in and auto-return are both pretty far off. I can get each function somewhat close following the steps in the service manual, but then it makes the other function even worse. The manual...