Marantz - 2216 BL Solid state stereo receiver

Marantz Model 2216BL – Vintage Stereophonic Receiver (ca. 1978)
Works properly.
Some user marks on the front side, but this is not really bothersome.
With beautiful clear blue lighting!

Bring your hi-fi system to life with this classic Marantz 2216BL receiver — a gem from the late 1970s, loved by vintage audio enthusiasts for its warm, musical sound character and authentic analog experience. This model combines beautiful retro style with solid performance and makes an excellent match for turntables, tape decks, and compact speakers.


This neat Marantz 2216BL is part of the famous 'We Sound Better' series from the transitional years of the 1970s to the 1980s. It features the iconic gyro-touch tuning and a classic analog tuner section with FM, MW, and LW ranges. The receiver offers simple yet high-quality connectivity: a phono input for your turntable (MM), auxiliary and tape inputs, plus two speaker connections to connect multiple speakers.

The 2216BL is known for its clear, musical sound and is ideal for music lovers who enjoy vinyl, radio, and a warm analog sound. Thanks to its compact size and classic design, it fits perfectly into any vintage hi-fi interior.

Technical Specifications

Feature Specification
Type Stereophonic Receiver
Model 2216BL
Production year approximately 1978
Output power: 2 × 16 watts RMS at 8 Ω
Frequency range 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Total harmonic distortion ~0.15%
Damping factor approx. 30
Input sensitivity 2.7 mV (Phono), 180 mV (Line)
Signal-to-noise ratio 74 dB (Phono), 85 dB (Line)
Output level (line) ~180 mV
Golf range FM, MW, LW
Connectivity: Phono (MM), Aux, 2× Tape
Speaker impedance 8 Ω minimum
Dimensions (W×H×D) approx. 440 × 137 × 293 mm
Weight approx. 9 kg
Features: analog tuner, gyro-touch tuning wheel, tone controls.

Why this model is special

Classic Marantz sound with warm analog qualities and musical presentation.
Retro design with characteristic blue tuner lighting.
Compatible with turntables thanks to built-in RIAA phono preamp.
Ideal for small to medium spaces and speakers with high efficiency.
Desired among collectors and vintage audio fans.