Marantz CD 70 CD Player with High-Performance DAC and USB Playback

Rediscover your music collection with the Marantz CD 70 CD player, engineered to deliver detailed, natural, and exceptionally musical sound from CDs and high-resolution digital files. Its upgraded high-performance DAC, Marantz HDAM-SA2 circuitry, premium audio components, and carefully separated analog and digital power supplies reveal greater clarity, depth, and nuance in every recording. In addition to CD and CD-R/RW playback, the front-panel USB-A input supports high-resolution FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, and DSD files, giving modern music collectors a convenient way to enjoy both physical and digital libraries.

The CD 70 is built for focused listening, whether connected to a stereo amplifier through its gold-plated analog outputs, used as a digital transport through optical or coaxial output, or paired directly with headphones. Its fully discrete HDAM-SA2 headphone buffer includes adjustable volume and selectable gain, while selectable digital filters let listeners tailor CD playback to their preferences. A reinforced chassis, symmetrical circuit layout, metal front panel, detachable power cable, and timeless Marantz industrial design complete this refined high-fidelity CD player.

Specifications

• Product Type: High-performance CD player with DAC, USB-A playback, and dedicated headphone output
• Compatible Discs: CD and CD-R/RW
• SA-CD Compatibility: No
• Disc File Compatibility: WMA and MP3
• AAC Disc Compatibility: No
• CD-Text Support: No
• SA-CD Text Support: No
• ID3 Tag Support: Yes
• WMA Metadata Support: Yes
• AAC Metadata Support: Yes
• Data Disc DSD Compatibility: No
• Data Disc WAV Compatibility: No
• Data Disc ALAC Compatibility: No
• USB-A File Compatibility: FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, and DSD
• Front USB Audio Input: Yes
• Made for iPod: No
• Made for iPhone: No
• Digital-to-Analog Conversion: High-performance DAC with D/A conversion, digital filter, and noise-shaping circuitry
• DAC Master Clock Design: Yes
• Selectable Digital Filter: Yes for CD playback
• SA-CD Filter Selection: No
• DAC Mode Filter Selection: No
• HDAM Circuitry: Marantz HDAM and HDAM-SA2
• Power Transformer: Toroidal transformer
• EI Transformer: No
• Analog and Digital Power Supplies: Separate rectifier circuits
• High-Grade Audio Components: Yes
• Customized Components: Yes
• Circuit Layout: Symmetrical
• Chassis Reinforcement: Extra metal plate for increased rigidity
• Low-Pass Filter Stage: Included in the analog output signal path
• Output Buffer: Dedicated output buffer stage
• Digital Output Off: Yes
• Audio EX Mode: No
• Headphone Output: Yes
• Headphone Amplifier: Fully discrete design with HDAM-SA2 buffer circuitry
• Headphone Volume Control: Yes
• Headphone Gain: Selectable
• Standard Headphone Circuit: No
• Current-Feedback Headphone Circuit: No
• Analog Output: 2-channel RCA
• Gold-Plated RCA Connections: Yes
• Optical Digital Input: None
• Optical Digital Output: 1
• Coaxial Digital Input: None
• Coaxial Digital Output: 1
• D-Bus Remote Control Connection: Yes
• Program Play: Up to 25 CD tracks
• Repeat Playback: Yes
• Random Playback: Yes
• Display Type: VFD display
• Display Dimmer: Yes
• Display Off: Yes
• Frequency Response: 2 Hz to 20 kHz
• Dynamic Range: 100 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 110 dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.0016%
• Channel Separation: 98 dB
• Available Finish: Black
• Front Panel: Metal
• Remote Control: Marantz RC006PMCD
• Power Consumption: 32 watts
• Standby Power Consumption: 0.3 watts
• Automatic Power-Off: Yes
• Power Cable: Detachable
• Maximum Dimensions: 17.40 inches wide × 13.82 inches deep × 4.29 inches high
• Product Weight: 14.3 pounds
• Carton Dimensions: 20.55 inches wide × 18.46 inches deep × 7.48 inches high
• Carton Weight: 19.4 pounds, including product
• HEOS Built In: No
• HDMI Inputs: None
• HDMI Outputs: None
• Class 1 Laser Product: Yes

What It's Great At

• Detailed CD Playback: The upgraded DAC, precision master clock design, and premium internal components uncover subtle musical details with impressive clarity and depth.
• High-Resolution USB Listening: Front-panel USB-A playback makes it easy to enjoy FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, and DSD music files without adding a separate digital source.
• Natural Marantz Sound: HDAM and HDAM-SA2 circuitry help create the warm, balanced, and expressive presentation associated with Marantz hi-fi components.
• Private Headphone Sessions: The dedicated discrete headphone amplifier provides adjustable volume, selectable gain, and controlled performance for personal listening.
• Flexible System Integration: Gold-plated analog outputs and both optical and coaxial digital outputs allow the CD 70 to work with a wide range of stereo amplifiers and external DACs.
• Reduced Electrical Interference: Separate analog and digital rectifier circuits, a symmetrical layout, and reinforced chassis construction help preserve signal purity.
• Customized CD Sound: Selectable digital filters give listeners an additional way to fine-tune the presentation of their favorite discs.
• Elegant Hi-Fi Installation: Its metal front panel, balanced proportions, and timeless Marantz styling complement both traditional and modern listening rooms.

FAQ Section

Q: What types of discs can the Marantz CD 70 play?
A: The CD 70 plays standard CDs and recordable CD-R/RW discs. It also supports WMA and MP3 files stored on compatible discs, but it does not play SACDs.

Q: Does the Marantz CD 70 support high-resolution audio?
A: Yes. Its front USB-A input supports high-resolution FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, and DSD files, allowing you to enjoy digital music beyond standard CD resolution.

Q: Can I connect a USB flash drive to the CD 70?
A: Yes. Connect a compatible USB storage device to the front USB-A port to play supported high-resolution and lossless audio files.

Q: Does the CD 70 include a built-in headphone amplifier?
A: Yes. It features a fully discrete headphone amplifier with an HDAM-SA2 buffer, front-panel volume control, and selectable gain for different headphone requirements.

Q: Can the CD 70 be used with an external DAC?
A: Yes. Optical and coaxial digital outputs allow the player to function as a dedicated CD transport with a compatible external DAC or digital-equipped amplifier.

Q: Does the CD 70 have digital inputs?
A: No. The player does not include optical or coaxial digital inputs. Its digital connectivity consists of one optical output, one coaxial output, and a front USB-A playback port.

Q: Does the Marantz CD 70 include streaming or HEOS?
A: No. The CD 70 is focused on CD and USB file playback and does not include HEOS, network streaming, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or HDMI connectivity.

Q: What is included for remote operation?
A: The CD 70 includes the Marantz RC006PMCD remote control and also provides a D-Bus connection for compatible Marantz system control.

Marantz CD70 Info Sheet