Marantz MODEL 30 - Premium Integrated Stereo Amplifier

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:

• Product type: Integrated Amplifier (Stereo)
• Amplifier circuit: Switching Amp (Hypex NC500/SMPS600 by single)
• Marantz audio tech: HDAM-SA3 (fully discrete module design)
• 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%)
• Rated output power (site listing): 100W + 100W (8Ω) / 200W + 200W (4Ω)
• JEITA power output: No
• Total harmonic distortion: 0.005% (1 kHz, both channels, 50 W, 8 Ω)
• Frequency response (CD, 1 W, 8 Ω): 5 Hz – 50 kHz ±3 dB
• Wide range (site listing): 5 Hz – 50 kHz
• Damping factor: 500 (8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz)
• Power transformer: Toroidal w/case
• Volume control: Electric
• Loudness: No
• Tone controls: Bass/Treble/Mid/Balance: Yes/Yes/No/Yes
• Bass (50 Hz): ±10 dB
• Treble (15 kHz): ±10 dB
• REC Out Select: No
• Source Direct: Yes
• Pure Direct: No
• (Marantz) Purest Mode: No
• Isolator (for USB-B input): No
• Jitter reducer: No
• Dual clock (44.1/48 kHz): No
• Digital filter: No
• Analog Amp Mode: No
• Phono input: Yes (MM/MC)
• 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
• Max allowable phono input (1 kHz): MC Low/Mid/High 8 mV; MM 80 mV
• RIAA deviation (20 Hz – 20 kHz): ±0.5 dB
• Line sensitivity/impedance: CD/TUNER/LINE/RECORDER 220 mV/18 kΩ
• Power amp input sensitivity/impedance: POWER AMP 1.0 V/18 kΩ
• 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)
• Ext. Pre Input (Power Amp Direct): Yes
• Pre Out: Yes
• Pre Out output voltage/impedance: 1.6 V / 220 Ω
• Audio terminals (excluding Power Amp Direct In and Pre Out): 6 / 1 (PHONO MM&MC / CD / TUNER / LINE 1 / LINE 2 / RECORDER)
• High grade terminals: PHONO and CD inputs
• Balanced XLR input: No
• Rec-Out selector: No
• Optical input: No
• Coaxial input: No
• USB-A: No
• USB-B: No
• HDMI: No
• DAC: No
• Two sets of speaker terminals (A/B): No
• Speaker terminal: Marantz Original SPKT-100+
• Remote control bus terminal: Yes (Cinch)
• NFC: No
• Ethernet: No
• 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)
• Display: Yes (Porthole, OLED)
• App control via network player: Yes
• System remote controller: Yes (new system remote controller to control SACD 30 and MODEL 30)
• RS232C: No
• Flasher input: No
• 12V trigger: No
• TV Auto-play (Opt/Coax digital-in sensor): No
• Operating temperature: +5°C to +35°C
• Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
• Power consumption: 150 W (manual); 130 W (site listing)
• Standby consumption: 0.2 W
• AC inlet: Yes
• AC outlet: No
• Owner’s manual: Web Manual
• Quick Start Guide: Paper
• Chassis material: SECC
• Chassis layer: Triple
• Foot: New
• Unit dimensions (W x H x D): 443 x 130 x 432 mm
• Packaging dimensions (W x H x D): 534 x 255 x 522 mm
• Weight: 32 lb 3 oz (14.6 kg); Net weight (site listing) 14.8 kg
• Packaging gross weight: 17.6 kg
• Panel color: SG / BK
• Front center panel: Aluminum
• Back-shell: No
• Side cover: Aluminum
• Top cover: Steel
• Edge lighting: Yes (Dimmer)
• Volume knob: Aluminum
• Input selector: Aluminum
• Bass/Treble/Balance/REC Out Sel knobs: REC Out → PHONO (Aluminum)
• Speaker A/B button: No
• Power button: Aluminum
• Other knob/button (LOUDNESS, SOURCE DIRECT etc): No
• 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