The Cinema 70s is a home theater receiver by Marantz. It is a 7-channel design using a AB output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The Marantz Cinema 70s has an MSRP of $1,300.
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements. The Marantz Cinema 70s is rated at 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms (2 channels driven).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 50 watts into 8-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
How loud will 50 watts actually play in your room? →
Wiring more than one pair of speakers to it? Check the load first →
Which speakers suit the Marantz Cinema 70s?
50 W into 8 ohms, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
Marantz Cinema 70s is rated at 50 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our Up to 60 watts band. The next band up is 61 to 90 watts, which is worth about 3.9dB more output. That is a real difference in headroom on peaks, and a modest one in how loud the system plays - power and loudness are not the same thing.
Before buying watts, check what your speakers actually need: the amp and speaker matcher works it out from their sensitivity, impedance and your room.
When pairing the Marantz Cinema 70s with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Marantz Cinema 70s, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Marantz Cinema 70s has total of 3 Analog inputs .
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
- Phono Input
- 1 Optical Digital Input
- 1 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- 7.2-channel Preamp Outputs
- Subwoofer Output (Dual)
- HDMI Output (1)
Marantz Cinema 70s External Dimensions and Weight
Marantz Cinema 70s has external dimensions of (H x W x D) (106.4 x 441.5 x 407.9mm ). The unit weighs
8.71 kg (19.2 lbs).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Marantz Cinema 70s is approximately 1800.9cm2 / 279.1inch2.
- Width: 441.5mm (17.38")
- Height: 106.4mm (4.19")
- Depth: 407.9mm (16.06")
- Weight: 8.71 kg (19.2 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1800.9cm2 / 279.1inch2
- Volume: ~19.2 liter / 5.1 gallon
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Marantz Cinema 70s Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Marantz Cinema 70s
| General |
| Brand |
Marantz |
| Full Model Name |
Marantz Cinema 70s |
| Amplifier Type |
Home Theater Receiver |
| Number of Channels |
7 |
| Amp Class |
AB |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
50 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
N/A |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
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| THD |
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| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
N/A |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
3 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
1 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| Preamp Outputs |
7.2-channel |
| Removable Power Cord |
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| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
106.4mm (4.19") |
| Width |
441.5mm (17.38") |
| Depth |
407.9mm (16.06") |
| Weight |
8.71 kg (19.2 lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
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| Labor Warranty |
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Does the Marantz Cinema 70s use vacuum tubes?
No. The Marantz Cinema 70s is a solid-state amplifier - there are no vacuum tubes in it.
What amplifier class is the Marantz Cinema 70s?
The Marantz Cinema 70s uses a Class AB amplifier design. Class A/B is the traditional linear design: it runs warmer and is less efficient than Class D, but it is long valued for its natural, low-distortion sound.
Can I connect a turntable to the Marantz Cinema 70s?
Yes. The Marantz Cinema 70s has a built-in phono stage, so a turntable can be connected directly without a separate phono preamp.
Can I connect a subwoofer to the Marantz Cinema 70s?
Yes. The Marantz Cinema 70s has dual subwoofer outputs, so you can add a powered subwoofer to extend the low end below what your main speakers manage.
How much does the Marantz Cinema 70s cost?
The Marantz Cinema 70s has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $1,300.
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