Marantz MODEL 30 Premium Integrated Amplifier
The Marantz MODEL 30 is a premium integrated stereo amplifier built for listeners who want modern power with classic Marantz musicality. Delivering 100 watts per channel into 8Ω (200W per channel into 4Ω), it pairs a high-current, low-distortion amplifier stage with Marantz HDAM-SA3 discrete circuitry for refined detail, dynamic control, and a smooth, engaging presentation. Vinyl fans will love the built-in MM/MC phono stage with selectable MC loading options, while purists can engage Source Direct to bypass tone circuits for a cleaner signal path. With rugged long-life construction, a porthole-style OLED display, premium terminals, and Power Amp Direct / Pre Out flexibility, the MODEL 30 anchors a serious two-channel hi-fi system for years to come. The Marantz MODEL 30 is part of ListenUp's Marantz Amplifiers Collection.
What It's Good At:
- Driving demanding speakers with 100W/ch (8Ω) / 200W/ch (4Ω) power and high damping control
- Delivering the “Most Musical Sound” with Marantz HDAM-SA3 discrete tuning and parts selection
- Elevating vinyl playback via a high-quality MM/MC phono preamp with MC Low/Mid/High settings
- Cleaner, more transparent listening using Source Direct to bypass tone/balance circuitry
- System flexibility with Power Amp Direct (Ext. Pre In) and Pre Out for separates-style setups
- Premium build and tactile design details built for long-term ownership
Marantz MODEL 30 Full Specifications:
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Product type: Integrated Amplifier (Stereo)
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Amplifier circuit: Switching Amp (Hypex NC500/SMPS600 by single)
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Marantz audio tech: HDAM-SA3 (fully discrete module design)
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RMS power output (both channels driven): 100 W x 2 (8 Ω, 1 kHz, T.H.D. 0.05%); 200 W x 2 (4 Ω, 1 kHz, T.H.D. 0.1%)
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Rated output power (site listing): 100W + 100W (8Ω) / 200W + 200W (4Ω)
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JEITA power output: No
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Total harmonic distortion: 0.005% (1 kHz, both channels, 50 W, 8 Ω)
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Frequency response (CD, 1 W, 8 Ω): 5 Hz – 50 kHz ±3 dB
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Wide range (site listing): 5 Hz – 50 kHz
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Damping factor: 500 (8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz)
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Power transformer: Toroidal w/case
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Volume control: Electric
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Loudness: No
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Tone controls: Bass/Treble/Mid/Balance: Yes/Yes/No/Yes
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Bass (50 Hz): ±10 dB
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Treble (15 kHz): ±10 dB
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REC Out Select: No
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Source Direct: Yes
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Pure Direct: No
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(Marantz) Purest Mode: No
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Isolator (for USB-B input): No
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Jitter reducer: No
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Dual clock (44.1/48 kHz): No
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Digital filter: No
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Analog Amp Mode: No
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Phono input: Yes (MM/MC)
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Phono sensitivity/impedance: MC Low 250 μV/33 Ω; MC Mid 250 μV/100 Ω; MC High 250 μV/390 Ω; MM 2.3 mV/39 kΩ
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Max allowable phono input (1 kHz): MC Low/Mid/High 8 mV; MM 80 mV
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RIAA deviation (20 Hz – 20 kHz): ±0.5 dB
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Line sensitivity/impedance: CD/TUNER/LINE/RECORDER 220 mV/18 kΩ
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Power amp input sensitivity/impedance: POWER AMP 1.0 V/18 kΩ
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S/N ratio (IHF-A, 8 Ω): PHONO MC 75 dB (0.5 mV); PHONO MM 88 dB (5 mV); CD/TUNER/LINE/RECORDER 107 dB (rated output)
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Ext. Pre Input (Power Amp Direct): Yes
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Pre Out: Yes
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Pre Out output voltage/impedance: 1.6 V / 220 Ω
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Audio terminals (excluding Power Amp Direct In and Pre Out): 6 / 1 (PHONO MM&MC / CD / TUNER / LINE 1 / LINE 2 / RECORDER)
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High grade terminals: PHONO and CD inputs
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Balanced XLR input: No
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Rec-Out selector: No
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Optical input: No
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Coaxial input: No
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USB-A: No
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USB-B: No
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HDMI: No
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DAC: No
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Two sets of speaker terminals (A/B): No
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Speaker terminal: Marantz Original SPKT-100+
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Remote control bus terminal: Yes (Cinch)
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NFC: No
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Ethernet: No
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Network features (built-in): No (engine, streaming, internet radio, AirPlay 2, GoogleCast, album art, JPEG playback, cloud services, WPS, Wi-Fi sharing, WMM, Multi-Point all listed as No)
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Display: Yes (Porthole, OLED)
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App control via network player: Yes
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System remote controller: Yes (new system remote controller to control SACD 30 and MODEL 30)
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RS232C: No
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Flasher input: No
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12V trigger: No
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TV Auto-play (Opt/Coax digital-in sensor): No
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Operating temperature: +5°C to +35°C
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Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
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Power consumption: 150 W (manual); 130 W (site listing)
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Standby consumption: 0.2 W
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AC inlet: Yes
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AC outlet: No
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Owner’s manual: Web Manual
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Quick Start Guide: Paper
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Chassis material: SECC
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Chassis layer: Triple
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Foot: New
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Unit dimensions (W x H x D): 443 x 130 x 432 mm
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Packaging dimensions (W x H x D): 534 x 255 x 522 mm
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Weight: 32 lb 3 oz (14.6 kg); Net weight (site listing) 14.8 kg
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Packaging gross weight: 17.6 kg
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Panel color: SG / BK
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Front center panel: Aluminum
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Back-shell: No
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Side cover: Aluminum
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Top cover: Steel
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Edge lighting: Yes (Dimmer)
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Volume knob: Aluminum
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Input selector: Aluminum
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Bass/Treble/Balance/REC Out Sel knobs: REC Out → PHONO (Aluminum)
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Speaker A/B button: No
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Power button: Aluminum
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Other knob/button (LOUDNESS, SOURCE DIRECT etc): No
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Side screw: Copper plated
Marantz MODEL 30 Q&A:
- Does the Marantz MODEL 30 have a phono input for a turntable?
- Yes. It includes a built-in MM/MC phono input with selectable MC Low/Mid/High settings, so you can match a wide range of cartridges without needing an external phono preamp.
- How much power does the MODEL 30 deliver per channel?
- It’s rated at 100W x 2 into 8Ω and 200W x 2 into 4Ω (both channels driven), providing strong headroom for many bookshelf and floorstanding speakers.
- Can I use the MODEL 30 as a dedicated power amplifier?
- Yes. It includes Power Amp Direct (Ext. Pre In)—switch to the PWR AMP input to bypass the integrated control section and use it with an external preamp.
- Can I connect a separate power amp or subwoofer amp to this unit?
- Yes. The MODEL 30 includes Pre Out (1.6 V / 220 Ω), letting you feed an external amplifier or powered components that accept line-level input.
- Does the MODEL 30 include streaming features like HEOS, Wi-Fi, or AirPlay 2?
- No. The MODEL 30 is a pure two-channel integrated amplifier with no built-in network streaming, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, AirPlay 2, or HEOS.
- Does it have digital inputs or an internal DAC?
- No. There are no optical/coaxial/USB digital inputs and no onboard DAC—it’s designed for analog sources or an external DAC.
- What does Source Direct do?
- Source Direct bypasses the tone and balance control circuitry to reduce signal-path complexity for a cleaner, more transparent sound.
- Does the MODEL 30 have balanced XLR inputs or dual speaker outputs (A/B)?
- No. It does not include balanced XLR inputs and does not provide dual A/B speaker terminals.
Marantz MODEL 30 Downloads:
Marantz Model 30 User Guide
Marantz Model 30 Quick Start Guide
