Marantz MODEL 30 Integrated Amplifer

Exquisitely Tuned, No-Compromise Integrated Amplifier

Get the most musical sound possible from your music sources. Exquisitely tuned by the Marantz Sound Master, the MODEL 30 integrated amplifier features a master-curated Marantz HDAM and a fully discrete design for luxurious hi-fi purity. Designed to last the test of time, the MODEL 30 will make all your music unforgettable.

The MODEL 30 continues the renowned heritage of exquisite Marantz amplifiers. It is tuned by the Marantz Sound Master who channeled his passion, experience, and extraordinary ear into the amplifier design.

"These 30-series components (MODEL 30 and SACD 30N) impress us with their sound," notes the Netherlands' audio-alpha.net audiophile blog. "[They] just put down a lovely sound stage: 3D, energy, detail, and enough ‘oomph’ to sketch a well-founded sound image."

The Most Musical, Accurate, Detailed Sound

The MODEL 30 is built on its own discrete circuit board, the Hyper-Dynamic Amplifier Module, or HDAM. By custom-curating hundreds of individual parts, rather than adopting an off-the-shelf solution, the MODEL 30 HDAM significantly outperforms standard integrated circuits to create the unique musicality you always expect from Marantz.

Marantz Musical Premium Phono EQ

Envisioned to deliver optimal sound quality by simplifying the signal path – vital given the delicate nature of phono signals – the Phono EQ stage in the MODEL 30 amplifier can be used with both moving magnet and low-output moving coil cartridges, thanks to a built-in MC head amplifier. The design lowers distortion, which is why the phono stage uses two-stage amplification, combining Marantz HDAMs with JFETs in the input stage, giving high input impedance. This allows the non-negative-feedback design to be further simplified by the deletion of coupling capacitors, again reducing distortion and enhancing signal purity.

MC / MM Phono Input Impedance Selector

In order to optimize sound performance when using a moving coil (MC) or magnetic moving (MM) cartridge, and to accommodate all configurations as much as possible, MODEL 30 is equipped with an input impedance selector. The input impedance can be adjusted to three different settings: MC LOW (33 ohm), MC MID (100 ohm) and MC HIGH (390 ohm).

Analog-Feel Volume Control

The newly developed electric volume control uses the latest volume control IC to realize better channel separation, dynamic range and distortion-reduction. MODEL 30 employs a new Marantz-designed electric volume control for high linearity and best-in-class channel separation. In other words, you always get the volume precisely how you want it.

Fully Discrete Current Feedback Preamplifier

Current Feedback preamplification with HDAM-SA3 is a well-known, Marantz-original circuit technology, thoughtfully designed to match the requirements of super audio High Resolution music for wide-bandwidth and high-speed reproduction. Being fully discrete, each part can be individually selected and optimized for sound quality and performance by the Marantz Sound Master during long listening sessions.

Switching Power Amplification

The MODEL 30 maintains the purest possible sound and supports the power needed to drive the most demanding speakers. The amplifier output stage of MODEL 30 allows a large power output, delivering 2x100W into an 8ohms load, and easily copes with low impedance speakers thanks to a 2x200W output into 4ohms. Because the feedback is taken after the output filter coil in this switching amplification design, the output frequency response stays the same and is not influenced by the impedance of the connected loudspeaker, ensuring the most musical sound no matter the loudspeakers. The amplifier module connects directly to the rear panel PCB on MODEL 30 to minimize the output path to maintain signal purity and sound stability.

Carefully Selected Components

Marantz has built a reputation for choosing the best-possible components for its products. Extensive, loving tuning has long been the secret of fine-sounding Marantz amplifiers. Marantz engineers select and optimize each component through careful listening in dedicated Marantz facilities in Europe and Japan. During the development stage, every part is carefully selected, tested, and validated by the Marantz Sound Master to ensure you get that perfect Marantz sound every time you listen.

Two Independent Power Supplies

The MODEL 30 boasts two independent power supplies for the best separation between the pre-amplifier stages and power amplifier stage, where signal levels are still low and the audio signal is sensitive to any distortion, and the power amplifier stage, which drives the speakers with high signal levels and current. The MODEL 30 power supply circuit, designed exclusively for the preamplifier, enables a stable power supply that is not affected by fluctuations from power demanded by the power amplifier stage. An oversized toroidal transformer, known for its clean supply, is dedicated exclusively for the preamp to ensure high purity. A double shield steel case is mounted around the transformer to suppress the leakage flux that could affect peripheral circuits.

The power supply for the power amplifier stage is designed to deliver high current instantaneously to the switching mode amplifier. This ensures full control over connected speakers to follow even the hardest bass attacks and provides clean power for the reproduction of the finest details.

Multiple Analog Inputs and Outputs

In addition to phono and CD analog inputs, MODEL 30 features two line-level inputs and one pair of recorder input/output jacks that enable the connection of multiple sources and recorders. Use MODEL 30 as a standalone stereo power amplifier for additional system configuration versatility with the included power amp direct input. For example, use the front pre-outs of your AV setup and run them through MODEL 30 power amps.

Dedicated Headphone Output

The advanced headphone circuit delivers superb audio fidelity with the widest range of headphone types and impedances, including low impedance headphones.

System Remote Control

Use the elegant remote control to operate MODEL 30 as well as the complementary SACD 30n Streaming CD Player. MODEL 30 features remote control input and output jacks for additional remote-control configuration flexibility as well as a display for synchronized wake up times.

Built for Generations

Like its counterpart, the SACD 30n Streaming CD Player, the MODEL 30 Integrated Amplifier is designed to the highest standards. The solid chassis is constructed from thick, heavy, non-magnetic aluminum panels and a rigid steel top cover to eliminate added interference. Sturdy, brass machined independent input terminals for CD and Phono plus Marantz original high-quality/high-purity nickel-plated speaker terminals ensure the best signal possible.

Product Features

Overview

Tuned with passion by the Marantz Sound Master
Output: 100W + 100W (8ohm), 200W + 200W (4ohm)
Fully-discrete design for signal purity
Custom HDAM®-SA3 circuitry for clean, optimal dynamics
Separate amp and preamp power supplies reduce interference
Toroidal transformer dedicated to preamp for clarity and power
Current feedback preamp design with its wide-range circuitry
MM/MC Phono input with its Premium Phono EQ circuit
Brass machined input terminals for CD and Phono
Marantz original high-quality/high-purity copper speaker terminals
Linear volume control with new electric volume system
Amplifier design inherited from our flagship models
Available in Black and Silver Gold

Inputs / Outputs

Phono Inputs: MM/MC, Marantz Musical Premium Phono EQ
Ext. Pre Input (Power Amp Direct)
Preamp out
Inputs: MM/MC Phono, CD, Tuner, Line 1, Line 2, Recorder
Speaker Terminal Marantz Original SPKT-100+
Remote Control Bus Terminal

Product Specs

Frequency response: 5Hz - 50kHz
Total Harmonic distortion: 0.005% (1kHz, 8Ω)
Damping Factor: 500
Input Sensitivity: Phono input MM: 2.3 mV / 39 kohm MC: 250 μV / 100 ohm
Input Sensitivity: CD / LINE / RECORDER: 220 mV / 13 k ohm
Input Sensitivity: Power Amplifier input 1.1 V / 13 kohm
SN Ratio: PHONO (MM): 88dB; PHONO (MC): 75dB; CD: 107dB
Dimensions: (W x H x D in inches) 17.4" x 5.1" x 17”
Weight: 32 lbs., 3 Oz

Product Warranty

Parts & Labor

3 Years

Marantz Warranty Information

Product Manual

	Marantz Model 30 User Guide (PDF Format)

	Marantz Model 30 Quick Start Guide (PDF Format)

	Marantz Model 30 Information Sheet (PDF Format)

"Regardless of input or loudspeaker, the Marantz Model 30 offered a finely detailed view into my music collection and did so via a solid and expansive sound image."

"...the Marantz Model 30 offers a very nice sense of detail, air, and flow, making music come on like a big warm hug."

- Michael Lavorgna, darko.audio, October 26, 2021

StereoNET Australia Review of Marantz SACD 30n and Model 30

"Together, Marantz's new SACD 30n and Model 30 pack a fantastic punch at the price. The money buys you a digital player that handles pretty much every source and every format – including SACD – very well. You also get an amplifier with mammoth power and load driving ability, plus real subtlety and smoothness. It's a gentle giant with great manners and a complete lack of fear for pretty much any loudspeaker. Factor in the superlative build quality, slick HEOS app interface, excellent phono stage, connectivity and versatility – and it's very hard not to like."

- David Price, StereoNET Australia, September 14, 2021

EISA Award - Best Stereo System 2021-2022

"Marantz’s 30 series has a new style influenced by the design of classic models from the company’s past, combined with up-to-date capability within. The Model 30 amplifier and its matching SACD 30n player are a triumph: the amplifier plays it simple, concentrating on the purest possible sound from its all-analogue design, while the SACD/CD/network player brings a whole world of musical opportunity to the party, from discs to streaming and more. ‘Modern Musical Luxury’ is how Marantz describes this combination, and with its blend of rich, powerful sound, features and gorgeous build quality, this stereo system delivers on that promise."

- Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), 2021

"This is an excellent sounding amplifier with no significant shortcomings."

"If you seek the perfect classic integrated amplifier, the MARANTZ MODEL 30 is for you! Great sound for a reasonable price with phono stage."

- Glenn Young, Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity, August 18, 2021

"In the listening room, both in our regular office and in my home office, the Marantz shone with the expected strengths: a sense of playfulness, flow and musical creaminess, which is always accompanied by a sort of 'inner harmony'. The latter is literally true for every Marantz product I know, regardless of the decade it comes from, and it results in one being never annoyed when listening to this amp for a long time. Fine spirit, color, details, a spacious, multi-faceted stage with swing, while also providing steep pressure down to the lowest registers, that is all delivered by this amp (on top of the previous points), so that boredom should never arise, not even for a second."

"Whether the facets of Joe Cocker's strong and gritty voice or the completely different, crystal clear timbre of Cara Dillon, the Marantz Model 30 works out filigree details and even background textures cleanly and places the protagonists vividly, staggered and as if anchored between the speakers. The performance is relaxed and very natural, far from any stress or nervousness, but also devoid of any hyperactivity. Artificial dissolution by thinning – absent. This amplifier has esprit, elegance and power, which definitely makes it a true Marantz. An absolutely great, contemporary integrated amp with the unmistakable Marantz DNA! The generational change has succeeded – undoubtedly."

- Tom Frantzen, Stereo Magazine, January 8, 2021

2022 Recommended Components - Stereophile

"I 'get' this amp. The Marantz Model 30 integrated suits my taste for simple sophistication. Its phono stage is so versatile and musically effective that I see this moderately priced integrated as being an especially good choice for young people getting into LP collecting for the first time or older audiophiles who want to start over with analog after having sold their LPs in the '90s."

"Best of all, this stylish new Marantz is a well-tuned, supertransparent, superdetailed class-D amplifier that powered diverse loudspeakers with a captivating élan worthy of its 'Model 30' heritage."

- Herb Reichert, Stereophile, December 18, 2020

"Vinyl lovers needn't concern themselves with having to buy an external pre-amp, as the Model 30 includes a phono pre-amp stage that's designed for low distortion and signal purity."

- Paul Ridden, New Atlas, September 8, 2020

"These 30-series components (MODEL 30 and SACD 30N) impress us with their sound… [They] just put down a lovely sound stage: 3D, energy, detail, and enough ‘oomph’ to sketch a well-founded sound image."

- audio-alpha.net, the Netherlands, September 2, 2020

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