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Marantz releases AV8003 processor and MM8003 amplifier separates in the US
Good things come to those who wait, and Marantz has finally released its AV8003 processor and MM8003 amp combo to the US market. The good news is that any sort of pricing mix-up with the Canadian release has been resolved: the AV8003 and MM8003 list at $2,599 and $2,399, respectively. The bad news is that we still can't afford to get into this gear. But if you can, by all means let us know how the well-matched pair is doing in your setup. With the four-in/two-out HDMI 1.3 arrangement, 1080p upscaling, support for Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD MA and Audyssey tweaks pushing out eight channels of 140-Watt audio, we imagine you'll be smiling.
Marantz to deliver new AV8003 processor and MM8003 amplifier next month, at least to Canada
The Marantz US website shows the AV8003 processor and accompanying MM8003 amplifier as "coming soon," but word is that these two will show up in June, at least for Canadian customers. We've already seen that Marantz has started its rollout in markets outside the US, but we've got to think that the appearance of these models in Canada presages imminent US availability. Don't be alarmed about the prices in the read link, which we assume are for the Canadian market. The US Marantz website still shows prices as $2600 and $2400 for the AV8003 and MM8003, respectively; still too rich for our blood, but we'll keep our fingers crossed that the teasing will end for those of you fortunate enough to consider this gear.[Via TVSnob]
Marantz showing off high-end SACD players, amplifiers and more
Though we're not exactly sure if Marantz will be a wholly owned subsidiary of D&M Holdings for much longer, the boutique brand is still planning to strut its stuff at the upcoming Audio Karma Fest in Michigan. Reportedly, the outfit will be showcasing a number of luxurious components from its Reference Series, include the $3,199 SC-11S1 preamplifier, $4,199 SM-11S1 power amplifier, $3,699 SA-11S2 SACD player and the all new $2,599.99 AV8003 Networking AV Preamp / Processor. For those lacking the requisite scratch, the slightly less magnificent SA8001 SACD player ($899.99) and PM7001 integrated amp ($599.99) will also be around. Word has it that all of the items will be demonstrated on Snell loudspeakers, which all in all should deliver a fairly blissful experience.
Hands-on with Marantz's new AV8003 and MM8003 processor / amp pair
If the idea of a receiver is just too lowbrow for you, Marantz is introducing their new AV8003 and MM8003 processor / amplifier pair. It's a nice couple: HDMI 1.3a (four in, two out), Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD MA, DeepColor and Audyssey to get things dialed in; the amp kicks out eight channels at 150-Watts. Both available Q2 2008, prices to be determined.%Gallery-13234%
