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    Fixing a broken tonearm on a Marantz TT-6000

    Hey everyone, I own 2 marantz TT6000 one works great, some switches don’t work, other one, everything works! Great condition, EXCEPT, the straight style tonearm is broken where the counterweight is located. Would there be a suitable replacement, or an easy fix to this issue? I’ve read epoxy, but...
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    Thinking of upgrading integrated amp

    I recently got a pair of Kef R3 speakers. I have had the same integrated amp for more than 30 years - the Yamaha AX500U. Can you tell me if you think the Marantz PM8006 would offer a significant improvement? I want an integrated amp that includes "tape in" and "tape out" connections (or...
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    Ken Ishiwata leaves Marantz

    After 41 years as part of the Executive team at Marantz, parent company Sound United have announced that legendary designer Ken Ishiwata will leave the company in May 2019. The contract between Marantz and Ken Ishiwata had expired, with the statement reading "both parties have agreed that from...
  4. John57

    Audio Research CD9 vs Marantz SA10 - are there alternatives?

    Recently on a visit to Melbourne’s Carlton Audio I had the pleasure of listening to the Marantz SA10 and Audio Research CD9. There was a revelation when switching from the Marantz to the Audio Research. The phrase ‘lifting the veil’ applies. I was very surprised. Equally by the obvious coloring...
  5. John57

    Positioning the new Reference SACD SA10 from Marantz

    I am very keen to know what you make of the latest reference SACD DAC Player from Marantz SA10. Where do you see this unit fits from technology and results in relation to the best such players or separates. Is it just another good mid range unit or does it reach greater heights?
  6. John57

    New Technology - Ken Ishiwata

    I wonder if you agree with Ken Ishiwata as he describes his new SACD player as having unique new technology he says surpasses his expectations. https://youtu.be/E_rVelm6l-E

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