Fully Refurbished - Marantz PM7000 Vintage Amplifier

Produced from 1998 to 2003, Amplifier of the tear 2000-2001 (EISA), the Marantz PM7000, is renowned for its rich, warm, and neutral sound, remains a reliable and musically engaging vintage integrated amplifier, notable for its solid build, detailed midrange, and legacy status among audiophiles. This unit is sold by its remote control. It has been completed revised and is sold with a 3 month warranty.

Fabriqué de 1998 à 2003, le Marantz PM7000, élu « Amplificateur de l'année 2000-2001 » (EISA), est réputé pour sa sonorité riche, chaleureuse et neutre. Il reste un amplificateur intégré vintage fiable et musicalement captivant, qui se distingue par sa construction robuste, ses médiums détaillés et son statut de référence parmi les audiophiles. Cet appareil est vendu avec sa télécommande. Il a été entièrement révisé et est vendu avec une garantie de 3 mois.  

Prodotto dal 1998 al 2003, vincitore del premio “Amplificatore dell'anno 2000-2001” (EISA), il Marantz PM7000 è rinomato per il suo suono ricco, caldo e neutro e rimane un amplificatore integrato vintage affidabile e musicalmente coinvolgente, che si distingue per la sua solida struttura, la gamma media dettagliata e il suo status di modello di riferimento tra gli audiofili. Questo apparecchio viene venduto con il telecomando. È stato completamente revisionato e viene venduto con una garanzia di 3 mesi.  

Overview and Build Quality

The Marantz PM7000, produced between the late 1990s and early 2000s, was designed as a high-quality integrated amplifier, offering 95 watts per channel into 8 ohms and capable of driving most speakers effectively. It features a solid metal chassis weighing around 12.3-12.8 kg, a clean aluminum front panel with rounded edges, and a highly functional yet straightforward remote control. The amplifier includes seven source inputs, including a phono MM input, tape monitoring, and speaker selection for A/B outputs.

Internally, the PM7000 is well-organized, employing HDAM (High-Definition Amplifier Modules) for voltage gain, discrete transistor final stages (2SA1941/2SC5198) for robust power output, and high-quality components like large capacitors and precision resistors.

Sound Quality

The PM7000 is praised for a balanced combination of warmth and neutrality. Reviews highlight its ability to render music vividly, giving a sense of space and life to recordings. Its macrodynamic are generally pleasant, producing clean bass and detailed mids with a relaxed treble.

• Midrange and Vocals: Notes come through with clarity and richness, contributing to an intimate soundstage for jazz, classical, and vocal music
• Bass: While controlled and defined, the PM7000’s bass is described as slightly cold, but it maintains clarity even at higher volumes
• Highs: The treble is smooth without harshness, though it is more relaxed compared to some contemporaries like Harman/Kardon HK630
• Macrodynamic: The amplifier thrives when driven harder, enhancing ambiance, depth, and spatial perspective without distortion

The Marantz PM7000 remains a highly respected vintage amplifier. It provides a reliable, musically engaging performance with a warm-neutral sound signature and a robust build. It is particularly suited for those appreciating detailed midrange, smooth highs, and real musical presence in a slightly classic analog tonal style. While it may show limitations in extreme macrodynamic or oversized orchestral passages, its overall performance makes it an enduring choice for vintage hi-fi enthusiasts.

Specifications

• Power output: 95 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
• Frequency response: 10Hz to 50kHz
• Total harmonic distortion: 0.03%
• Damping factor: 130
• Input sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)
• Signal to noise ratio: 85dB (MM), 109dB (line)
• Channel separation: 70dB (line)
• Dimensions: 440 x 159 x 370.5mm
• Weight: 12.3kg