The Marantz 8B is one of those legendary tube amplifiers that reminds you why vintage American hi-fi still holds such a grip on audiophiles decades later. Beautifully recapped and restored, this example delivers that unmistakable combination of warmth, texture, and effortless musical flow that made the 8B an icon in the first place. Vocals feel rich and present, instruments carry real body and dimensionality, and there’s a sweetness to the presentation that modern gear still chases. Cosmetically, it presents wonderfully overall, with just a small nickel-sized discoloration on one transformer cover—an honest reminder that this piece has lived a life while still being ready for many more years of listening. Timeless, soulful, and increasingly difficult to find in properly restored condition.
*Does not include the tube cage
- Production
- 1962-1966
- Condition
- 9.5/10
- Serial No.
- 8-6157
- Orig. MSRP
- $285
- Restoration
• Replaced rectifier diode
• Replaced 4 electrolytic capacitors
• Added filter capacitor in main power supply
• Replaced 8 coupling capacitors
• Reset bias for minimum THD
• Cleaned and lubricated all controls
• All functions test to factory spec
- Factory Specs
Power output: 30 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.1%
Damping factor: 20
Input sensitivity: 1.3V
Signal to noise ratio: 90dB
Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω
Valve complement: 2 x 6BH6, 2 x 6CG7, 4 x EL34
Dimensions: 13.5 x 7.25 x 10.5 inches
Weight: 55lbs
- Designer
- Sidney Smith
- The History of Marantz
- More than any other person, Saul Marantz defined premium home entertainment. Driven by his passion for music and his accomplishments as a classical guitarist – accomplishments that led to a close friendship with Andres Segovia – he was never satisfied with the “hi fi” equipment of his day. So he built better; first in...
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- Packing
- Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra. We also take great care to protect the tubes. When sensible, we will pack the tubes to prevent any movement. Other times, we'll individually wrap the tubes and mark their corresponding socket to preserve the bias. You can be confident that your piece will be snug as a bug in a rug.
- Shipping
- This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $125, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
- Stock No.
- 9493892366557
The Marantz 8B is one of those legendary tube amplifiers that reminds you why vintage American hi-fi still holds such a grip on audiophiles decades later. Beautifully recapped and restored, this example delivers that unmistakable combination of warmth, texture, and effortless musical flow that made the 8B an icon in the first place. Vocals feel rich and present, instruments carry real body and dimensionality, and there’s a sweetness to the presentation that modern gear still chases. Cosmetically, it presents wonderfully overall, with just a small nickel-sized discoloration on one transformer cover—an honest reminder that this piece has lived a life while still being ready for many more years of listening. Timeless, soulful, and increasingly difficult to find in properly restored condition.
*Does not include the tube cage
Production
1962-1966
Condition
9.5/10
Serial No.
8-6157
Orig. MSRP
$285
Restoration
• Replaced rectifier diode
• Replaced 4 electrolytic capacitors
• Added filter capacitor in main power supply
• Replaced 8 coupling capacitors
• Reset bias for minimum THD
• Cleaned and lubricated all controls
• All functions test to factory spec
Factory Specs
Power output: 30 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.1%
Damping factor: 20
Input sensitivity: 1.3V
Signal to noise ratio: 90dB
Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω
Valve complement: 2 x 6BH6, 2 x 6CG7, 4 x EL34
Dimensions: 13.5 x 7.25 x 10.5 inches
Weight: 55lbs
Designer
Sidney Smith
The History of Marantz
More than any other person, Saul Marantz defined premium home entertainment. Driven by his passion for music and his accomplishments as a classical guitarist – accomplishments that led to a close friendship with Andres Segovia – he was never satisfied with the “hi fi” equipment of his day. So he built better; first in...
[ Read More ]
Packing
Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra. We also take great care to protect the tubes. When sensible, we will pack the tubes to prevent any movement. Other times, we'll individually wrap the tubes and mark their corresponding socket to preserve the bias. You can be confident that your piece will be snug as a bug in a rug.
Shipping
This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $125, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
Stock No.
9493892366557
