Marantz PM6006 Stereo integrated amplifier with built-in DAC - B-Stock

Marantz PM6006 Stereo integrated amplifier with built-in DAC - B-Stock

The Marantz PM6006 stereo integrated amplifier builds upon the legacy of its award-winning predecessor, the PM6005, by incorporating several notable upgrades. One of the key enhancements is the addition of a second optical input, allowing for an extra digital source to be connected. To ensure that analog signals remain pristine, the entire digital section is shielded by an additional metal housing. This design allows users to connect a variety of components, such as a network music player or streaming media device, alongside traditional analog sources like a turntable or AM/FM tuner. The high-quality digital-to-analog converter (DAC) significantly enhances the audio quality of high-resolution files and CDs. The PM6006 is perfectly paired, both sonically and aesthetically, with the Marantz CD6006, and both units can be controlled with a single remote.

Clean, Dynamic Power

The PM6006 delivers clean, dynamic power, providing music with a sense of presence and clarity. It retains the preamp and power amp sections of the PM6005, while boosting peak current at the amplifier stage for a more refined and detailed sound. The high-current power supply includes a toroidal power transformer with high-current storage capacitors, allowing the amplifier to handle demanding 4-ohm speakers and dynamic peaks in music effortlessly.

Key Features and Specifications

The PM6006 offers 45 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 60 watts per channel into 4 ohms, making it compatible with a wide range of speakers. The integrated Cirrus Logic CS4398 24-bit/192kHz DAC ensures high-performance playback of digitally connected sources. The amplifier features a high-current toroidal power transformer for smooth playback and handling of demanding speaker loads. Additional highlights include the Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module and current feedback amplification for precise control under high-drive conditions.

Front-panel tone controls (for treble and bass) and a Source Direct mode that bypasses tone control circuits for cleaner sound are also included. The PM6006 supports a variety of inputs, including 2 optical and 1 coaxial digital audio inputs, 5 stereo RCA audio inputs (including a phono input for moving magnet cartridges), and a built-in headphone amplifier with a full-size (1/4-inch) jack. It also has binding posts and front-panel switching for two pairs of speakers, and three rear-panel AC outlets for powering other components.

Advanced Marantz Technologies

The PM6006 incorporates Marantz's exclusive HDAM technology, which uses precision discrete components to deliver a wide dynamic range with low distortion, outperforming conventional op-amp integrated circuit chips. This technology is used in both the digital audio converter stages and critical analog audio stages. The current feedback amplifier, equipped with multiple high-current wide-range power transistors, handles low impedance speakers efficiently, offering the lowest distortion and highest stability.

Comprehensive Connectivity

With four analog line-level inputs, one analog record output, a dedicated phono input, and both optical and coaxial digital audio inputs, the PM6006 offers versatile connectivity options. The gold-plated analog inputs and coaxial digital input ensure optimal signal transfer. The amplifier also features eight gold-plated binding post terminals for connecting one or two pairs of speakers, or bi-wiring compatible speakers.

Superior Headphone Amplification and Build Quality

The PM6006 features a fully discrete headphone amplifier that can handle a wide range of headphone types, providing superb sound quality. The high-quality gold-plated 1/4" headphone jack is compatible with audiophile and studio headphones. The amplifier's front panel is crafted from a combination of aluminum and glass-reinforced resin, creating a distinctive, elegant appearance complemented by blue LEDs indicating input selection.

Remote Control and Additional Features

The ergonomic remote control can operate both the PM6006 and the matching CD6006 CD player. Remote input and output terminals allow the PM6006 to be controlled by other Marantz components, even when placed out of sight. The PM6006 also includes two switched and one unswitched AC power outlets, a protection circuit to prevent damage from overloads or excess voltage, and an Auto Standby Mode that activates after 30 minutes of inactivity.