If you're not into streaming and need the extra power for 4 ohm speakers the model 30 is a better choice . the only streaming i do is from youtube ,which is free so i added an external bluetooth device to the 30. it works in an acceptable fashion it with unbalanced volume in the right speaker . this can be adjusted with the marantz balance control to make for a slightly better experience . i mostly use CDs for my source . the sound is very very clear with a surprisingly good soundstage with lots of separation . the amp is not as three dimensional as a tube amp but i'm liking it more and more .
Hi. Thanks for the heads up on the so-so DAC. Still, I will consider the unit, as I have loved Marantz marque amplifiers in years gone past. I'll wait to see your in-use review. Thanks again! Keep up the good work!
I've heard from another source that this amp has very good control of bass. This is one of the criteria I am currently looking for as my current amp runs out of juice at higher volume. I have a class AB amp with 60 watts into 8 ohms but the capacitors are rather small, and as such there is a lot of compression at higher volumes. The dynamics are fine at low to medium levels. I'm basically in the market for something with better dynamics at higher output and although I'm not opposed to class D, I would rather another AB class amp. Thanks for the upload!
Thanks for your first look - looking forward for the full review! I am really interested what you say about the sound then. Will 70 Watt will be enough for the LS50 Metas? And can you hook up another DAC on it?
Few questions if you can please answer: I have RT85 connected with Klipsch The Fives. I'm looking to upgrade my stereo system, and first I was thinking about Klipsch The Sevens, but I would like to listen to CDs too and also to be able to connect to the TV . 1. What you recommend to buy between Marantz Cinema 70 and Marantz 40n? which one has a better phono stage and works better with a CD player? Is the $1500 difference between them worth to go with 40n? I'm ok spending $2500 for the 40n if it makes more sense. (I'm not watching a lot of movies or playing games). 2. Is Marantz CD 60 the best match with 40n, or works ok with Cinema 70? 3. What bookshelf speakers you recommend up to $2000 ($2500) per pair? (I have a Klipsch Reference R-10SW 10" 300w Powered Subwoofer and I was hinking about Klipsch 600M II to match the subwoofer, but I'm ok spending more for better quality or better match with Marantz). 4. Can I replace (after 1000 hours) the 2 M Blue with the 2m Bronze cartridge on my RT 85? Thank you very much! Reply
What is the sound difference compared to the Model 30? Do they have the same signature? Are you going to make a video with the Model 40 + Focal Sopra NO1? Try putting the same songs you used in the Model 30 video. It will be good for a comparison.
Haven't heard it good enough. But the amp is totally different in topology. So Inestimate they sound different. You can't compare the old and new samples. The mic setup and acoustics are different.
@@TheAlphaAudio The Marantz Model 30 is very musical. Then if you can listen to him with the Dynaudio Evoke 30, Heritage, ATC SCM19 V2, Focal Kanta NO1, MA Gold 200 5G. Focal Sopra NO1 became very musical with the Marantz Moldel 30. I loved the video you guys posted at the time.
enjoy your reviews. you mention they use plastics, but the entire thing is aluminum and steel top, even the knobs are aluminum. You mean the plastic on the binding posts?
@@TheAlphaAudio wow. I thought it was metal. Ok:) I’m getting it in a few days and pairing with Definitive D17 towers. Hopefully it’s a match! Thanks for the great vids👍🏻🍺
Hello. Actual independent testing in a review! Great job! I have the 1000 Euro Marantz pm7000n which now seems to be the poor mans version of the 40n. Can the 40n be 2.5 times better than it?
Actually ...The 7000n measures pretty bad on the amplifier. I haven't measured the dac. But the Model 40 is a lot better on the amp side. It sounds better as well.
@@TheAlphaAudio can you explain the sound difference please? I'm about to get the 7000n for $2200nzd to drive kef q750 the 40n is $6000 nzd. Is it that much better? Thank you
@@rikosimmo The Model 40N is much cleaner en more controlled. Better bass (better control and definition), better, more friendly mids and more open treble. It's just a better amp overall.
Hey! So I am actually new to the hobby and I still trying to learn more about it!! Love your channel btw! I am wondering if there is anyway that I can bypass the DAC of the 40N without bypassing the preamp?
@@johnchan9032 Why post video's if you are not willing to answer questions? Yes: it takes time. But if questions are fair and reasonable... sure: we answer them.
@@TheAlphaAudio Thank you again! Yea.. so i am deciding between this or the PM12-SE as i already have a BluSound Node... not really sure what to choose therefore i am excited to watch the part 3 of this segment
I have this unit and absolutely love it. I had Cambridge EVO 150 prior and this 40n sounds far superior.
My speakers are Q Acoustics Concept 500s.
If you're not into streaming and need the extra power for 4 ohm speakers the model 30 is a better choice . the only streaming i do is from youtube ,which is free so i added an external bluetooth device to the 30. it works in an acceptable fashion it with unbalanced volume in the right speaker . this can be adjusted with the marantz balance control to make for a slightly better experience . i mostly use CDs for my source .
the sound is very very clear with a surprisingly good soundstage with lots of separation . the amp is not as three dimensional as a tube amp but i'm liking it more and more .
Hi. Thanks for the heads up on the so-so DAC. Still, I will consider the unit, as I have loved Marantz marque amplifiers in years gone past. I'll wait to see your in-use review. Thanks again! Keep up the good work!
Thanks!
Check the review for the complete story on the DAC. This first look doesn't tell the whole story.
@@SarcoZQ indeed. We had a call with the technician. Full review now online. And English version this weekend.
@@SarcoZQ Hi, thanks for the reply. I'll check it out.
@@TheAlphaAudio Hi! Thanks for the note. I'll be looking at the English version soon!
I've heard from another source that this amp has very good control of bass. This is one of the criteria I am currently looking for as my current amp runs out of juice at higher volume. I have a class AB amp with 60 watts into 8 ohms but the capacitors are rather small, and as such there is a lot of compression at higher volumes. The dynamics are fine at low to medium levels. I'm basically in the market for something with better dynamics at higher output and although I'm not opposed to class D, I would rather another AB class amp. Thanks for the upload!
Thanks for your first look - looking forward for the full review! I am really interested what you say about the sound then.
Will 70 Watt will be enough for the LS50 Metas?
And can you hook up another DAC on it?
70 Watt will be MORE than enough for the LS50's. And yes... another dac will help in this case ;-).
Can not wait for the full review. When will it be online
Would it be possible to use HDMI ARC on this amp to connect it to PC instead of TV?
What's background song / track ?
I liked the trumpet played in background.
The Rotel S14 for the same price seems like a much better choice for Streaming digital audio. Even the A14 mk2 for 1k less seems like a better deal
Few questions if you can please answer: I have RT85 connected with Klipsch The Fives. I'm looking to upgrade my stereo system, and first I was thinking about Klipsch The Sevens, but I would like to listen to CDs too and also to be able to connect to the TV . 1. What you recommend to buy between Marantz Cinema 70 and Marantz 40n? which one has a better phono stage and works better with a CD player? Is the $1500 difference between them worth to go with 40n? I'm ok spending $2500 for the 40n if it makes more sense. (I'm not watching a lot of movies or playing games). 2. Is Marantz CD 60 the best match with 40n, or works ok with Cinema 70? 3. What bookshelf speakers you recommend up to $2000 ($2500) per pair? (I have a Klipsch Reference R-10SW 10" 300w Powered Subwoofer and I was hinking about Klipsch 600M II to match the subwoofer, but I'm ok spending more for better quality or better match with Marantz). 4. Can I replace (after 1000 hours) the 2 M Blue with the 2m Bronze cartridge on my RT 85? Thank you very much!
Reply
That are a lot of questions. Please send in an email via our website: alpha-audio.net. that way the question will get to the right author.
How does the Marantz 40n work with a pair of Dynaudio Evoke 20 speakers?
Would you suggest that this amp can handle those speakers?
I have not tried it. But i estimate it will be fine.
@thealphaaudio How would Marantz Model 40n rate against Arcam SA30 recently reviewed in the channel. Your thoughts are appreciated. Thank you
Depends on the speaker and taste...
What is the sound difference compared to the Model 30? Do they have the same signature?
Are you going to make a video with the Model 40 + Focal Sopra NO1?
Try putting the same songs you used in the Model 30 video. It will be good for a comparison.
Haven't heard it good enough. But the amp is totally different in topology. So Inestimate they sound different.
You can't compare the old and new samples. The mic setup and acoustics are different.
@@TheAlphaAudio The Marantz Model 30 is very musical. Then if you can listen to him with the Dynaudio Evoke 30, Heritage, ATC SCM19 V2, Focal Kanta NO1, MA Gold 200 5G.
Focal Sopra NO1 became very musical with the Marantz Moldel 30. I loved the video you guys posted at the time.
@@TheAlphaAudio ruclips.net/video/K0YkKlEMe8w/видео.html
Knowing how this amp sounds there is no doubt that they the DAC implementation is perfect 🤩
@@TheAlphaAudio I've never heard a Class D like the Marantz Model 30. It's more musical than many Class ABs on the market.
background music is nice but too loud to hear you talk.
We noticed. Next one will be more balanced.
enjoy your reviews. you mention they use plastics, but the entire thing is aluminum and steel top, even the knobs are aluminum. You mean the plastic on the binding posts?
The front plate is not aluminum. Its some form of plastic. It's not a deal breaker though...
@@TheAlphaAudio wow. I thought it was metal. Ok:) I’m getting it in a few days and pairing with Definitive D17 towers. Hopefully it’s a match! Thanks for the great vids👍🏻🍺
It does not do everything. It does not have USB DAC to connect it to a PC.
Hi can you tell me if the 40n also has the firmware 2.1.920 like my pm7000n? thank you
I will check asap. It had the latest... That's all i know.
@@TheAlphaAudio Thank you very much! The latest firmware on Pm7000n it’s 2.1.920 I wait your answer
Is balanced input overrated? Not available at this price range
I think it's overrated, unless if your RCA connection is over 10 feet long. Balanced does have better noise rejection over longer runs.
Hello. Actual independent testing in a review! Great job! I have the 1000 Euro Marantz pm7000n which now seems to be the poor mans version of the 40n. Can the 40n be 2.5 times better than it?
Actually ...The 7000n measures pretty bad on the amplifier. I haven't measured the dac. But the Model 40 is a lot better on the amp side. It sounds better as well.
@@TheAlphaAudio Thank-you. Really appreciate you responding to the comment. Best of luck with your channel.
@@TheAlphaAudio can you explain the sound difference please? I'm about to get the 7000n for $2200nzd to drive kef q750 the 40n is $6000 nzd. Is it that much better? Thank you
Thanks for asking this question
@@rikosimmo The Model 40N is much cleaner en more controlled. Better bass (better control and definition), better, more friendly mids and more open treble. It's just a better amp overall.
You need to get rid of the background music it is hard to hear your voice
Hey! So I am actually new to the hobby and I still trying to learn more about it!! Love your channel btw!
I am wondering if there is anyway that I can bypass the DAC of the 40N without bypassing the preamp?
If you use the analog inputs, you don't use the internal dac.
@@TheAlphaAudio Thank you so much for your reply! You are the first RUclips that have actually replied my questions haha :P
@@johnchan9032 Why post video's if you are not willing to answer questions? Yes: it takes time. But if questions are fair and reasonable... sure: we answer them.
@@TheAlphaAudio Thank you again! Yea.. so i am deciding between this or the PM12-SE as i already have a BluSound Node... not really sure what to choose therefore i am excited to watch the part 3 of this segment
@@johnchan9032 review will be live soon. I think the pm12 is a better choice.
Wow you got this review wrong
And why is that?