Marantz PM5004 (Black)

Integrated amplifier

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Billed as an entry-level amp, Marantz's PM5004 is affordable, yet still constructed of the finest discrete components. Sound oxymoronic? Hardly. Marantz doesn't cut corners, they merely separate the wheat from the chaff. What you get in the end is a high performance integrated amp constructed from a minimalist viewpoint: no tuner, no schmancy processors, just pure, unadulterated audio for your favorite stereo audio sources.

Where tradition excels

There are a few select companies out there that accept nothing short of perfection. Marantz is one of those companies. Each Marantz component is precision crafted from the ground up. Each is meant to perform its job without error. Without prejudice to form over function. The form comes from the function. And, true to its function, the PM5004 integrated amplifier produces pure audio that exceeds even the most demanding aficionado's needs — even if the aficionado is just getting started in high fidelity.

High performance features, affordable price

Just because the PM5400 is billed as an entry-level amp doesn't mean it's cheaply constructed. With a high-quality audio design and high-quality parts, including minimized signal path, and a large power circuit for dynamic music reproduction, the PM5400 puts out serious sound. You will also enjoy full tone control, loudness control, and two sets of speaker output terminals for either A/B speaker setups or for bi-wiring. The PM5004 proves to be the perfect amp for a purist setup or as an affordable second amp for your guest room, game room, or garage.

HiFi never goes out of style

In a world of multi-channel surround sound, it's easy to forget that the simplicity of high fidelity stereo is still legit. One thing is for sure about Marantz, they haven't forgotten about the 2-channel purists. So, if you're here because you want to invest in the best 2-channel stereo equipment out there, you won't be disappointed. The PM5004 employs a CD high-speed current feedback amplifier that's constructed with discrete components, which reproduces a natural sound space. In addition, they included a phono equalizer amplifier (compatible with phono MM cartridges) so you can enjoy your burgeoning LP collection.

Room for the whole house

For the ultimate in custom install flexibility, three built-in remote control command sets enable as many as three PM5004s to be used in a single system. A separate IR flasher input and detachable AC cord allow easy placement in a cabinet or rack, too. A hand held remote control is included.

External dependability

While the design and construction of the PM5004's internal components ensures high-fidelity audio performance, the same can be said of this power amp's external chassis design. Constructed of triple-layered bottom chassis and die-cast frame, the PM5004 delivers maximum isolation from external vibration as well as from electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference. Additionally, audiophile-grade, gold-plated speaker outputs deliver secure, highly conductive connections for your chosen speaker wire. And, last but not least, the aluminum control knobs and aluminum and reinforced resin front panel make for a durable, yet understatedly attractive appearance.

Comparison Specifications

Output power: 45W per channel (4 ohms) / 35W per channel (8 ohms) / 0.02% THD
RMS power: 20Hz - 20kHz
Input impedance: Phono 2.2mV/47kohms / CD, tuner, DVD, recorder 200mV/20kohms
Inputs: 3 left, right analog inputs / 2 recorder inputs / 1 left, right phono input
Outputs: 2 recorder outputs / 1 headphones jack (front panel)
Speaker terminals: A left, right speaker outputs / B left, right speaker outputs
Speaker impedance: A only, 4 -16 ohms / B only, 4 - 16 ohms / A and B, 8 - 16 ohms
Frequency response: 10Hz - 50kHz +0dB, -1dB
Control adjustment: Bass ±10dB / treble ±10dB / balance
Remote control: Included