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Trying to decide on which Marantz...

Rudefilms

Rudefilms

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Long time listener, first time caller. I am looking for a Marantz amp/receiver to make a new setup with my dad's old Denon DP-60L. The turntable has been in storage since his passing years ago and I'm getting it back this week. I have a friend selling a Marantz 2235 B (for $300) and another friend selling a Marantz 1060 (for $250). This set up is solely for listening to records, not the radio, or a tape deck... nothing else! Both have been serviced and in perfect working order, the 1060 has the wood case, the 2235 B does not. Here is what I (think I) know. The 1060 has a phono preamp built in, it's 30 watts per, and something about it not being as safe for your speakers since the capacitors are coupled (whatever the hell that means) ?? The Marantz 2235 B is very common, 35 watts per, has a lot of features I don't need, and for some reason is not as highly regarded as the 2230... WHICH ONE SHOULD I GET?!?! WHICH ONE IS THE BETTER BANG FOR THE BUCK! ANY REASON TO AVOID EITHER MODEL? Hugs and Kisses... Johnny
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IMO both are nice pieces, and if they are in good working condition, either would be a safe bet.
It sounds like you don't want the tuner so you can save a few bucks and go for the 1060.
 
1060 is one sweet sounding amp, has a very good phono stage, wood case is a plus and it gets my vote

marantz- 8b -18 - 1060 - 2230 -2245 - 2270 - 2275 -2285b -2325
 
Yup, the 1060. A nice phono stage, decent preamp stage and a not too shabby cap coupled amp to boot. And if you want more power just add a power amp.
 
The wood case, in great condition, is worth at least $100 and adds a lot to the look (if you keep it) or can be used to further offset the cost (should you decide to sell the case). Plus the 1060 is easy to recap and work on, so to me, the 1060 is also the clear choice.
 
1060 all day for me but if you are into flipping/reselling I bet the 2235 with all it's lamps would be easier to move.
 
if you really do not want the tuner for AM/FM then the 1060 all the way.

The 1060 is a sweet spot and very desirable among Marantz collectors. Same basic amp as what is in the 2230. Easy and less $ to recap/restore (assuming no hidden problems).

The wood case on the 1060 is icing on the cake.
 
Lavane said:
Yup, the 1060. A nice phono stage, decent preamp stage and a not too shabby cap coupled amp to boot. And if you want more power just add a power amp.
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Any suggestions for a powered amp to use? There is a set of MA700 Monoblocks on Craigslist right now. Any opinions on those?
 
Rudefilms said:
Any suggestions for a powered amp to use? There is a set of MA700 Monoblocks on Craigslist right now. Any opinions on those?
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they were made as part of a surround set up....no idea how they would sound in a 2 channel music set up...if price is right grab em...if they don't work out just sell them and move on...
 
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