Beautiful. Restore it and keep it. All vintage recievers will need restoration at one point in thier lives. My guide is "if you can hardly lift it, it's worth fixing".
The gentleman's comment below is absolutely correct. Any receiver regardless of brand that dates back to the 1970s will need some level of restoration and repair. I have three Marantz receivers from that era, the 2325, 2285 that were worked on by a technician who is experienced in vintage stereo equipment. They all look and work as if they were new. With respect to vintage Marantz equipment of this era the only thing that can't be fixed on these receivers is is a faceplate that has scratches or imperfections of any kind. However in recent years duplicate faceplates have become available at reasonable prices. From what I can see in the video, it looks pretty nice cosmetically. I say find a technician in your area who is experienced in repairing vintage stereo and get it brought back up to its full potential. I'm confident that you'll be glad you did. The 2270 was one of Marantz's most successful models. I may look to get one myself some day.........Good luck!
The 2270 is one of the best sounding receivers of its time and can still beat the modern stuff of this days. Recapping would bring it back to brilliance again ! 😃
As a service engineer at the Marantz importer in the Netherlands in the early 1970s, I handled several units of this model. It was a fantastic receiver, actually the top model of the 22 series. But after so many years, the potentiometers might start cracking and the switches might have oxidised, as they are silver-plated contacts. In my opinion, a good buy.
You are so correct Patrick. I purchased a 2385 in '77 or so, and just last year decided to resurrect it . I relentlessly researched and eventually found a repair specialist who works solely on analog equipment. Exactly what you say was the problem with my unit. Silver contacts. He deep cleaned it, repaired my left channel and recapped and fully time tested it. The fellow gave me 12 months warranty which is unheard of these days. But wow, I could not believe the difference in sound, and then realized how much sound I was actually missing. Moral of my story is to try and find someone who has a passion in ressurecting these things. The analog sounds are truly amazing. I love my Marantz and hope to pass it down to my grandkids some day.
Hi Steve! Marantz receivers are usually very good...sounds as though it must of had some "rough wear," I still have that exact one, 2270! Bought it brand new....after all, we have to realize, most electronics today would not last 50+ years as these have lasted.
It depends what you paid for it. I had mine tuned up, cleaned and lights all replaced for about $165.00. I got an estimate for a full restoration that was about $800.00 to $1000.00. They're getting rarer and crazy expensive. I would get it serviced and see how it works.
Take it to the shop and have them replace the capacitors and relay on the P800 board. Test the diodes and resistors on the P800 board too, replace as needed. Adjust the bias and DC offset. Toss in new lamps. That will take care of a lot of potential issues and probably remove the hum you're hearing. I'm assuming nothing has been done to it with my advise. The P800 board sends voltages to every component on the receiver. It's the main junction point for electricity. Expect to spend $2,000-$2500 on a really good restored unit that has been completely rebuilt. Would last you the rest of your life. If you know how to solder, have patience and a steady hand, you can do it yourself.
You literally have one of the most sought after vintage Marantz receivers. I would say of course you should keep it and have it serviced back up to specs. It should provide great sound for years to come after that. I'm curious to what you paid for it, which is kind of an important detail you are leaving out of the equation. If it's in original condition, that's a blessing and not a hindrance.
Restoration should always be factored into the equation, unless you're just plane lucky. All said, living within driving distance of someone who repairs such helps the decision making process. And finally, the all important just get it going again for two or three hundred, or do a recap for multiple more.
Marantz are like Ferraris...very beautiful but the upkeep costs are constant. Personally, I thought Marantz were the best, until I heard a Sansui. I have 3 now.
I just restored my 1977 Marantz for around $250 and it sounds UNBELIEVABLE…..makes my 2 year old ( very expensive)Yamaha receiver sound like a piece of Shitt KEEP IT!!!
. I enjoyed the video but it's hard to do suggestions when manufacturer names & model numbers seem to go missing. So, all I got is, "A cheap & easy, performance-tripling upgrade is....................."
I sold mine that I reviewed and compared against my New Age Marantz PM 8006 on my Utube channel . .2270 looks great but I like the Sansui sound ' still 2270 solid amp but IMHO but the 2500/2600 Marantz is what ya want if you like that Marantz Sound 'my new age Marantz is just so much better 'but with huge 625va toridal mains transformer '
You are in possession of a very good condition 2270. I have pesonnaly restored one of these and If I had this one I would have it restored. They are getting harder and harder to find in good cosmetic condition and from what you describe the unit is in above average electrical condition. You most likely could take on the task of replacing the vellum and the lamps which is not very hard to accomplish. Several good CZcams videos are available to show you how to do this.
I worked on one of those a few months ago. I would not worry about replacing capacitors. Some of the transistors of that era can become noisy and intermittent which I replaced as they were causing problems. That hum on one channel, what input is selected? Sounds like a small problem. Guess depending on the price you paid, doesn't seem to bad to me.
Fix it. Then restore it down the road. If you get another one un restored you will be in the same boat down the road. Market on one's that are broke down is not the best. Pluse you will know what's been done to it
I would let it go. Marantz is pretty good but hugely overated. There are plenty of other less expensive stereos and "sleepers" out there that will blow that thing away at a fraction of the price.
Beautiful. Restore it and keep it. All vintage recievers will need restoration at one point in thier lives. My guide is "if you can hardly lift it, it's worth fixing".
The gentleman's comment below is absolutely correct. Any receiver regardless of brand that dates back to the 1970s will need some level of restoration and repair. I have three Marantz receivers from that era, the 2325, 2285 that were worked on by a technician who is experienced in vintage stereo equipment. They all look and work as if they were new.
With respect to vintage Marantz equipment of this era the only thing that can't be fixed on these receivers is is a faceplate that has scratches or imperfections of any kind. However in recent years duplicate faceplates have become available at reasonable prices.
From what I can see in the video, it looks pretty nice cosmetically. I say find a technician in your area who is experienced in repairing vintage stereo and get it brought back up to its full potential. I'm confident that you'll be glad you did. The 2270 was one of Marantz's most successful models. I may look to get one myself some day.........Good luck!
The 2270 is one of the best sounding receivers of its time and can still beat the modern stuff of this days. Recapping would bring it back to brilliance again ! 😃
I had one of these back in 1974 great stereo receiver
As a service engineer at the Marantz importer in the Netherlands in the early 1970s, I handled several units of this model.
It was a fantastic receiver, actually the top model of the 22 series.
But after so many years, the potentiometers might start cracking and the switches might have oxidised, as they are silver-plated contacts.
In my opinion, a good buy.
You are so correct Patrick. I purchased a 2385 in '77 or so, and just last year decided to resurrect it . I relentlessly researched and eventually found a repair specialist who works solely on analog equipment. Exactly what you say was the problem with my unit. Silver contacts. He deep cleaned it, repaired my left channel and recapped and fully time tested it. The fellow gave me 12 months warranty which is unheard of these days. But wow, I could not believe the difference in sound, and then realized how much sound I was actually missing. Moral of my story is to try and find someone who has a passion in ressurecting these things. The analog sounds are truly amazing. I love my Marantz and hope to pass it down to my grandkids some day.
Keep it. I've had marantz equipment for probably 50 years. Never a problem plus they are highly sought after.
Hi Steve! Marantz receivers are usually very good...sounds as though it must of had some "rough wear," I still have that exact one, 2270! Bought it brand new....after all, we have to realize, most electronics today would not last 50+ years as these have lasted.
It does sound good, but it has issues. I had a 2230b years ago and foolishly sold it.
Most new age cheap Amps won't last i agree .
But midteir Amps like Accuphase/Luxman they are built even better than the old Marantz but $8k and up !
It depends what you paid for it. I had mine tuned up, cleaned and lights all replaced for about $165.00. I got an estimate for a full restoration that was about $800.00 to $1000.00. They're getting rarer and crazy expensive. I would get it serviced and see how it works.
Take it to the shop and have them replace the capacitors and relay on the P800 board. Test the diodes and resistors on the P800 board too, replace as needed. Adjust the bias and DC offset. Toss in new lamps. That will take care of a lot of potential issues and probably remove the hum you're hearing. I'm assuming nothing has been done to it with my advise. The P800 board sends voltages to every component on the receiver. It's the main junction point for electricity. Expect to spend $2,000-$2500 on a really good restored unit that has been completely rebuilt. Would last you the rest of your life. If you know how to solder, have patience and a steady hand, you can do it yourself.
You literally have one of the most sought after vintage Marantz receivers. I would say of course you should keep it and have it serviced back up to specs. It should provide great sound for years to come after that. I'm curious to what you paid for it, which is kind of an important detail you are leaving out of the equation. If it's in original condition, that's a blessing and not a hindrance.
Restoration should always be factored into the equation, unless you're just plane lucky.
All said, living within driving distance of someone who repairs such helps the decision making process.
And finally, the all important just get it going again for two or three hundred, or do a recap for multiple more.
Marantz are like Ferraris...very beautiful but the upkeep costs are constant.
Personally, I thought Marantz were the best, until I heard a Sansui. I have 3 now.
I just restored my 1977 Marantz for around $250 and it sounds UNBELIEVABLE…..makes my 2 year old ( very expensive)Yamaha receiver sound like a piece of Shitt KEEP IT!!!
. I enjoyed the video but it's hard to do suggestions when manufacturer names & model numbers seem to go missing. So, all I got is, "A cheap & easy, performance-tripling upgrade is....................."
I used to own that model of receiver
I sold mine that I reviewed and compared against my New Age Marantz PM 8006 on my Utube channel .
.2270 looks great but I like the Sansui sound ' still 2270 solid amp but IMHO but the 2500/2600 Marantz is what ya want if you like that Marantz Sound 'my new age Marantz is just so much better 'but with huge 625va toridal mains transformer '
You are in possession of a very good condition 2270. I have pesonnaly restored one of these and If I had this one I would have it restored. They are getting harder and harder to find in good cosmetic condition and from what you describe the unit is in above average electrical condition. You most likely could take on the task of replacing the vellum and the lamps which is not very hard to accomplish. Several good CZcams videos are available to show you how to do this.
KEEP IT!!
I worked on one of those a few months ago. I would not worry about replacing capacitors. Some of the transistors of that era can become noisy and intermittent which I replaced as they were causing problems. That hum on one channel, what input is selected? Sounds like a small problem. Guess depending on the price you paid, doesn't seem to bad to me.
I would say it's at worth an estimate to recap it. As you know, these are rising in value, so from an economic standpoint it may make sense.
I did return it. The next day I found a "restored" 2235b. I'll show that in my next video.
Fix it. Then restore it down the road. If you get another one un restored you will be in the same boat down the road. Market on one's that are broke down is not the best. Pluse you will know what's been done to it
Keep it and fix it
restore it! they don't make them like that anymore!
Does it go up to 11???
Hey! my husband has one you may like
Which one?
I would let it go. Marantz is pretty good but hugely overated. There are plenty of other less expensive stereos and "sleepers" out there that will blow that thing away at a fraction of the price.