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Magical Marantz 22## receivers

Why is it generally accepted that caps in a vintage speaker crossover should be replaced but some how these mid-fi (at best) 70’s vintage receivers seem to get better (and more expensive) with no maintenance. I would love to see someone bench test one of these beauties with the “tube like” sound.
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jc4659
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I owned a Marantz 2230 and it was nice.  I liked the flywheel tuner the best.  But when I replaced it with a NAD 3140 my large Advents really came to life.  It was no contest.

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michaelgreenaudio
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Hi Kosst

Sorry that I gave the wrong impression. Now that I look back on the OP, I realize he was talking about the Marantz 22..s. The units that I get in are the entry level Pioneer, Technics and such. Very light weight and low mass. For example I work alot with the Pioneer sx-3400. It's a very simple unit to tune and sounds amazing. Of course I'm using my speakers which are extremely easy to drive.

Yep, I don't use the big stuff, as you pointed out, way to complicated.

I apologize for not being more clear.

Michael Green

www.michaelgreenaudio.net

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kalali
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"...And yes they get much better with age."

Seriously? Difficult to substantiate since most don't remember how they sounded when new. I've owned an SX-980 since new and still can't remember...(I do have a good excuse..)
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