New Marantz Model 30


Wow--I'm not even in the market for a SS integrated but this thing looks great aesthetically and feature-wise.  Has anyone heard and operated the unit?  It might be perfect for a bar I'm refurbishing. 
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I think the SACD 30n looks really interesting. 
Marantz MMM dac technology (DSD upconvert) like Ruby and SA-10 plus built in streamer. Transport unit in-house developed so should be supported long time with rug getting pulled. 
As to the plastic comment, most of the reviews say it is aluminum not plastic 
Yes, I suppose we cannot litigate the quality issue over Audiogon.  I have some experience, albeit I'm not an expert, building tube amps.  The innards of the 30 look very good. I would never expect them to look like the Ruby.  

I also think it's great to see Marantz making this product.  I think it helps HIFI.  
Also, from a review:
"Because of the design choices, the cabinets have become totally different than we are used to from the PM line. Just like the SACD 30N, the Model 30 has a symmetrical design with a kind of reworked front on both sides: they added some sort of structure to it. On those worked pieces shines the well known led strip. White this time. It looks cool. However, there is a bit of an odd design-choice: these ‘façades’ look like metal, but unfortunately it is not. It is plastic."
From marantz.com (note “aluminum panels”):

Highlights of the Model 30
  • Tuned by Marantz Sound Master
  • HDAM discrete preamp includes hand-selected parts
  • 100W x2 into 8 ohms, 200W x2 into 4 ohms
  • Premium phono EQ simplifies signal path
  • Phono input compatible with MM and MC cartridges with selectable MC input impedance
  • Built to last: chassis consists of thick, non-magnetic aluminum panels and rigid steel top
  • Sturdy machined-brass CD and phono input terminals, high-purity nickel-plated speaker terminals
  • Stunning new look


Also see discussion Steve Hoffman forums where a dealer with a unit in his hands confirms front is aluminum