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Marantz PM-15S1 Reference Series Stereo Interated Amplifier

by Tom Andry — September 09, 2005

Filed under: Miscellaneous

Like the PM-11S1 introduced last year, the PM-15S1 has at its core a massive toroidal amplifier, and features HDAM SAs (High Definition Amplifier Modules Super Audio) in the pre-amp output stage. For accurate tonal and image balance with virtually no distortion, the PM-15S1 features symmetrical circuitry, independent oversized heat sinks and hand-selected customized components. Ultrawide bandwidth circuitry provides a frequency response from 3 Hz - 150 kHz, with a remarkable greater-than-100dB channel separation. To further maximize audio performance, the PM-15S1 features a high-quality MM/MC phono pre-amp.

For the ultimate in flexibility, the PM-15S1 provides users with multiple listening modes, including stereo, bi-amp, and multi-channel operation. And to ensure optimum signal purity with no noise interference, the amplifier's newly designed display, featuring unique Marantz "Blue" backlighting, operates on its own independent power supply. Its rated 75 wpc into 8 ohms, 125 wpc into 4 ohms

The Marantz PM-15S1 Class A Stereo Amplifier will be available in October for a suggested retail price of $2099.00.

For more information, visit www.marantz.com .

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