Marantz - PM700 Solid state integrated amplifier

Marantz PM700 — Vintage integrated amplifier, musicality and robustness
Marantz PM700 integrated amplifier in excellent condition — warm, dynamic sound, controlled and with full connectivity. Ideal for audiophiles seeking natural reproduction and a precise soundstage.
General description
Condition: like new, sold with handmade wooden box.
Reason for sale: switch to another setup / simplification of the chain.
The PM700 is a Marantz integrated known for its musicality: rich mids, tight bass and excellent tonal coherence that enhances voices and acoustic instruments. It combines solid design with electronics aimed at fidelity rather than coloration.
Key technical specifications
Nominal power: 70 W per channel into 8 Ω (FTC).
Frequency response: about 10 Hz – 60 kHz (very wide frequency response).
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): ~0.03% (at moderate power).
Damping factor: ≈ 110 (bass control).
Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF-A): Phono MC ~78 dB; Phono MM ~88 dB; Line inputs ~93 dB.
Inputs/outputs: at least 2 phono inputs (MM/MC depending on version), multiple line inputs, tape/rec outputs, A/B speaker outputs, pre-out/rec-out depending on version.
Size/weight: about 416 × 146 × 330 mm; weight ~ 10 kg.
Sound rendering: warm, natural timbres, excellent presence of voices; ideal for jazz, acoustic, vocals and classic rock.
Bass control: the high damping factor ensures tight, well-articulated bass, suitable for mid‑sensitivity speakers.
Integrated phono: phono input (MM/MC depending on version) performs well for vinyl turntables — a good choice for vinyl collectors wanting a simple setup.
Speaker compatibility: works very well with bookshelf and floorstanding speakers with 86–92 dB sensitivity; for more demanding speakers, check the minimum impedance and power handling.
Listening advice: let the unit warm up for 10–20 minutes so the output stage reaches its optimal stability; prefer quality cables and a clean grounding for the phono.
Included content: Marantz PM700 amplifier; power cable; handmade wooden box. Tests performed: all functions tested (volume, balance, selector, phono, speaker outputs); no excessive hum or cutouts.
Maintenance performed: internal cleaning and connection checks; capacitors not replaced as they are in very good condition.
Overall condition: very good — clean front panel, smooth potentiometers, intact display.
shipping: carefully packed