- Marantz has announced the launch of the Model 70 integrated amplifier and CD 70 CD player, with the Model 70 priced at €850 and not available in North America.
- The CD 70 will be available in North America for $750, with sales starting on August 15, 2026.
- Both models feature a new design with textured surfaces and Marantz's trademark circular 'porthole' on the Model 70.
- The Model 70 is a Class A/B amplifier delivering 50 watts per channel, featuring multiple internal upgrades for enhanced sound quality.
- European buyers can purchase the Model 70 for €850 or £749, while the CD 70 will be offered for $750 USD, $999 CAD, €600, or £499.
- Marantz promises that both models deliver its signature 'warm, detailed and deeply musical' sound.
Marantz has unveiled its new Model 70 Integrated Amplifier and CD 70 CD Player, which promise to deliver a stunning audio experience. The Model 70, priced at €850 and £749, will not be available in North America, leaving customers with only the CD 70, which retails for $750 and will be available starting August 15, 2026.24
The Model 70 features a 50-watt Class A/B amplifier with an upgraded power supply and larger transformer, enhancing dynamic expression and speaker control. It includes a high-performance DAC and supports Bluetooth connectivity, making it versatile for modern audio needs. The design incorporates Marantz's signature textured surfaces and a circular 'porthole' aesthetic, appealing to culture-driven consumers.
The CD 70, on the other hand, boasts the same DAC as the Model 70 and offers a USB input for external drives, along with a built-in headphone amplifier for private listening. Marantz emphasizes that both products are crafted to deliver their signature 'warm, detailed and deeply musical' sound, with optimizations to minimize noise and enhance musical detail.
Despite the absence of the Model 70 in North America, Marantz aims to cater to audiophiles with the CD 70, which is expected to attract attention for its quality and design. Both models will be available in black or silver-gold finishes, appealing to those who view audio as an integral part of their home environment.3
“The 50W Class A/B Model 70 includes an upgraded power supply, HDAM circuitry, and an ES Sabre DAC, plus HDMI ARC and adaptive Bluetooth, priced at €850/£749. The CD 70, available in North America from August 15, costs $750/£499/€600 and features a front USB input and headphone amplifier.”
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