This newly-developed Marantz HD-AMP1 Silver is a High-Class compact amplifier, with superb, elegant, classic looks. But don’t let that misguide you, its advanced switching amplifier technology blasts out an ear-splitting 70W at 4ohms, while its dual crystal clock and discrete DAC post filter with Marantz
HDAM-SA2 modules make standard counted sound feel as incredible as high-resolution audio. This new amp also gives you the unique Marantz Musical Digital Filtering (MMDF), with two selectable filter characteristics to cater for different tastes and music. Each handles even the minutest of detail with loving care within the digital audio signal. As today’s new media not only comes in 44.1kHz/16 bit resolution – similar to the CD format, Marantz developed the digital section to handle signals of up to 384kHz/32bit resolution and DSD 2.8MHz / 5.6MHz / 11.2MHz. Optical and coaxial digital inputs are ready to connect a TV or set-top box, and there is a USB-B port to stream music directly from your PC or MAC. iDevices can also be connected via the USB port on the front. To safeguard quality when connected to a computer, we built extended isolation around the USB-B input to eliminate the chance of high frequency noise generated by the computer entering the HD-AMP1. Information on volume, input, resolution, and more is shown on the stylish Marantz Porthole Display. While the solid aluminum front is supported by a double layer bottom plate and retro-style side panels. Welcome to the world of compact ecstasy.
Marantz MusicLink Series
Marantz again amplifies its dedication to pure musical performance with the rebirth of MusicLink, a product series launched in 1990 with the focus on reproducing the music essentials from small-size, rarely-seen design components. The aim is simple: to bring the listener all the emotion and musical detail of the original sound studio, combined with an elegant appearance and luxuriant feel. It is not a coincidence that the creator of the delightful new MusicLink Series is once again Ken Ishiwata.
Unique Marantz audio performance with audiophile D/A Converter
Don’t get misguided by the compact form factor. The HD-AMP1 delivers 2x 70 W into 4 Ohms, playfully handling even demanding music parts thanks to an ultra-stable power supply and Marantz own Current Feedback technology. The Dual Crystal Clock and a discrete DAC post filter with the company’s highly-acclaimed HDAM pre-amplifier modules make standard counted sound feel as incredible as high-resolution audio. A high-current audiophile SABRE D/A-Converter with no less than 384kHz/32bit processing capability is able to reproduce even the smallest details with ease.
Marantz Musical Digital Filtering
The HD-AMP1 features the unique Marantz Musical Digital Filtering (MMDF), inspired by audiophile reference class technology. For Marantz, using standard digital filter solutions is not an option, as this filtering is crucial to the sound reproduction of digital input signals. As a result, the company invested extensively in gaining expert knowledge, leading into highly-acclaimed Marantz Music Mastering technology used in award-winning Premium Range 11 Series products. Adapted for the HD-AMP1 hardware design, the new solution is called Marantz Musical Digital Filtering. Two selectable, digital filter characteristics cater for different tastes, and each handles even the minutest of detail with loving care in the digital audio signal, transforming new media files into the finest of high-resolution playback.