Marantz 6100, 6200

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When looking at this series from Marantz can we say the 6100 is a good turntable or do we need to look at the higher models like the 62 and 63? I have always liked these but do not know their history. I would like to purchase a 6100 but have no idea what goes well for a cart or if the TT is something to pursue.
Thanks guys...

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The Marantz 6100 is an excellent turntable. Belt driven. The 6200 is direct drive and servo controlled. The 6100 has auto-return. Cartridges like the Audio-Technica AT 95e, 110e, and 120e are excellent on one. The user manual for it is available at www.vinylengine.com (you need to register before you can download it).
 
I know the 6100 is belt. I also know it's a great turntable.

I know squat about the 6200.

The 6300 is direct drive and also a great turntable.

So, to answer your question, the 6100 is no slouch, and in fact a fantastic TT.
 
Nice to hear this - thanks

I love the appearance and being a Marantz it's very nice. Just was not sure what to expect overall. I like belt drive units and have really enjoyed seeing these whenever a pic comes up. I don't need another TT but really want this one.
 
Is there something about the vintage Marantz TTs that drives their relatively high (and in some cases, just plain high) prices, or is it just a "Marantz tax"?
 
Thanks for the pics

Here they are. Man that 6300 is so pretty. The wrap around bezel is gorgeous. I still think I want to stay with Belt drive on this one who knows I may even like it!

This seems like a turntable that someone could learn to love over time. Whith the right cartridge it could be a treasure! I hope I am not settleing for a 6100 when its obvious they really went all out on the higher models! :music:
 
I have a one owner original 6100 and it`s a great little TT. Belt drive and can fit a lot of great carts. The 6300 and 6350 are also great TT`s direct drive and were the top of the Marantz line. I am just weird and like a belt drive. All 3 of my other TT`s are belt drive, Empire 598 II, AR ES-1 in my avatar and Pioneer PL-514. The 6100 will nicely take carts from $50-$350 MM or MC I have an At440MLa on mine and it sounds very good.
 
I stand corrected. The 6200 is indeed belt driven. I own a nice 6100. Paid $5 for it at a pawnshop. Nice condition with all parts intact and an Empire 2000E cartridge installed. I bought it with the idea that I was going to flip it. It needed a belt and the motor pulley adjusted correctly for 45 RPM to work correctly. It performs so well I decided to keep it and installed a new Audio-Technica AT 95e. I may break down and install a 440 MLa on it in a few more months.
 
the 6100 is a quiet running and elegant table. I would not consider a 6100 any "compromise".

The direct drives cost more to manufacture, and with at least other Japanese builders, there's no cogging of the motor and if engineered well no problems with noise. Some of the quietest tables I've used are direct drives- and even made the "quietest" tested in Stereophile back in the day.

Concern has been voiced over direct drive "cogging" but it's an exaggerated cla for the most part, though I imagine some lesser or early models may (or may not) suffer from this.

Belt can introduce wow and flutter themselves, but let's face it- once again an over-hyped claim, and most likely an issue with cheaper kit.


Any of these tables- a 6100, 6200, or 6300 will be great performers and offer no-compromise performance.

Me? Partial to quality direct drives. But as testament from a good friend who owns a 6100, it's whisper-quiet and a fantastic performer.
 
thedelihaus said:
Concern has been voiced over direct drive "cogging" but it's an exaggerated cla for the most part, though I imagine some lesser or early models may (or may not) suffer from this.
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I'm still waiting for someone to point to a specific model that exhibited cogging.
 
hakaplan said:
I'm still waiting for someone to point to a specific model that exhibited cogging.
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My guess would be either very early primitive DDs or reallly cheap ones.

Actually, my guess is it's a false or maligned and incorrect statement.


I have a few early 70's pre-quartz DD TTs and do not experience any. And later brushless, slotless motors are completely devoid of such behavior.
 
Folks,

I am very sensitive to pitch. Any speed variation drives me nuts. The 6100 holds speed steady and true. The tonearm is excellent. It's good enough for me to use as a main turntable every day. Some much more expensive turntables can't get that honor. That should be enough to recommend one. You should consider one for your own use in your system.
 
Sam Cogley said:
Is there something about the vintage Marantz TTs that drives their relatively high (and in some cases, just plain high) prices, or is it just a "Marantz tax"?
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They were made to last a long time, maybe a lifetime. I took a peek inside and they used high quality electronics. the inside didn't have that mass produced assembly line look. If you find these for sale more than likely the owners took great care of them.
 
l have a 6200....But, I would Love a 6300, but it's Hard to Justify the $$$ for just the Gorgeous Looks of It..Other than that, the Strobe & Pitch Knobs are what make these worth never having to Wonder if It's Spinning too Fast or Slow...
 
FinalVinyl said:
They were made to last a long time, maybe a lifetime. I took a peek inside and they used high quality electronics. the inside didn't have that mass produced assembly line look. If you find these for sale more than likely the owners took great care of them.
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Wasn't the 6xx0 series built by CEC?
 
Sam,

The 6100 and 6200 are definitely CEC made. Very well made at that. Very high quality construction. In my book equal to or better than the early 1970's similar Pioneer belt drive turntables which I love.
 
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