Marantz 2245

Description

MARANTZ 2245 Vintage Stereo Receiver + FREE WC-22 – Professionally Restored – 1-Year Warranty Professionally Restored by HQaudios – Fully Tested – Backed by Our 1-Year Warranty Condition: Tested, serviced and restored – Excellent working condition. With over 2,000 fully serviced and certified vintage receivers, amplifiers, tape decks, and speakers delivered. HQAudios stands as one of the most reputable sources for professionally restored vintage audio equipment. Please scroll down to view the complete description. 1/ ABOUT This listing is for a MARANTZ 2245 vintage stereo receiver, professionally inspected, serviced, and tested by HQaudios. The Marantz 2245 is one of the most iconic models from the legendary 22xx Series, combining exceptional build quality, timeless styling, and the rich musical performance that has made vintage Marantz receivers highly sought after by collectors and audiophiles. This receiver has been carefully restored to provide years of reliable enjoyment while preserving its authentic character. The receiver has been fully tested under real listening conditions and is ready to be enjoyed with your favorite speakers, turntable, tape deck, or other compatible audio sources. 2/ KEY HIGHLIGHTS • Professionally inspected and serviced by HQAudios technicians. • Fully tested for clean, stable, and reliable operation. • Classic Marantz warm and musical sound signature. • All major functions tested before shipment. • Controls cleaned and treated for smooth, noise-free operation. • Carefully packed for safe worldwide delivery. • Backed by our 1-Year HQAudios Warranty. 3/ SPECIFICATIONS • Brand: Marantz • Model: 2245 • Type: Vintage Stereo Receiver • Power Output: 45 Watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz • Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz • Inputs: Phono, Aux, Tape Monitor / Built-In Tuner: AM/FM / Speaker Outputs: Main / Remote • Dimensions: 17.3 × 5.8 × 14.3 inches (W × H × D) • Weight: 35.3 lbs • Condition: Restored / Serviced / Tested • Warranty: 1-Year HQAudios Warranty 4/ SOUND CHARACTER The Marantz 2245 delivers the unmistakable vintage Marantz sound—rich, warm, and exceptionally musical. Its lush midrange brings vocals and acoustic instruments forward with remarkable realism, while the smooth, detailed highs remain fatigue-free even during extended listening sessions. Deep, controlled bass provides excellent weight without sacrificing clarity. Rated at 45 watts per channel, the 2245 offers impressive dynamics and effortless control over a wide variety of loudspeakers. Whether paired with classic JBL, Advent, KLH, AR, or modern efficient speakers, it creates a spacious soundstage with outstanding stereo imaging, making it equally rewarding for vinyl enthusiasts and digital music lovers. 5/ COSMETIC CONDITION The receiver is in excellent vintage cosmetic condition with only light signs of age consistent with careful ownership. The brushed aluminum faceplate remains exceptionally clean, the engraved lettering is crisp, and the receiver has been professionally detailed while preserving its authentic vintage appearance. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description. • Faceplate: Excellent condition with clean brushed aluminum finish and sharp original lettering. • Knobs and switches: Original Marantz controls in excellent condition with smooth operation. • Cabinet / case: Well-preserved cabinet with minimal signs of normal vintage use. • Dial glass / meters / lamps: Crystal-clear dial glass with bright blue illumination and fully functional tuning and signal meters. • Rear panel: Clean, complete, and well maintained with all inputs, outputs, and speaker terminals in excellent condition. 6/ HQAUDIOS RESTORATION & TESTING PROCESSBefore Restoration • After decades of service, the Marantz 2245's power supply, amplifier section, FM/AM tuner, preamplifier circuits, input selector, volume and tone controls, switches, relays, and illuminated dial system require careful inspection before restoration begins. • For this 2245, HQAudios places particular attention on the condition of the power supply, output stage, protection circuit, tuner section, controls, switches, potentiometers, speaker terminals, RCA input/output connections, and internal wiring. These components are critical to long-term reliability, channel balance, and overall audio performance. • The amplifier circuits, tuner alignment, signal path, dial illumination, gyro-touch tuning mechanism, meters, and front-panel controls are also carefully evaluated to determine the receiver's overall operating condition before restoration starts. During Restoration • Based on the inspection results, this 2245 was restored according to HQAudios' technical standards while preserving the engineering and performance characteristics that have made this model one of Marantz's most respected vintage stereo receivers. • The power supply, amplifier section, and signal path are cleaned, inspected, serviced, and adjusted to restore stable and reliable performance. Controls, switches, relays, and connectors are carefully cleaned to eliminate noise and ensure smooth operation. • FM/AM tuner performance, channel balance, input selection, speaker outputs, tone controls, and all front-panel functions are tested and calibrated to restore dependable operation. • The power supply, signal path, and internal circuit boards are inspected to ensure long-term reliability. Components that no longer meet technical specifications are replaced, while critical solder joints are reinforced to improve operational stability. • After the technical restoration is complete, the exterior is professionally cleaned and detailed to preserve the 2245's original appearance while respecting the authentic character of vintage Marantz equipment. After Restoration • Once restoration has been completed, this 2245 underwent comprehensive functional testing under real operating conditions. • Amplifier performance, tuner reception, channel balance, output power, protection circuitry, meter response, dial illumination, and all audio inputs and outputs are thoroughly tested to ensure the receiver performs as originally designed. • Finally, the unit undergoes several hours of continuous listening tests through a complete vintage audio system to evaluate sound quality, operational stability, and overall real-world performance. • Only after successfully meeting HQAudios' restoration and testing standards is the Marantz 2245 approved and prepared for its next owner. 7/ VIDEO TEST & SOUND DEMO We are happy to provide additional video, sound demo, or photos upon request. 8/ SUGGESTED PAIRING The Marantz 2245 works beautifully with a wide range of restored vintage systems. • Classic Marantz System Marantz 6200 Turntable Marantz Imperial 6 Speakers • Marantz and JBL System Pioneer RT-707 Reel-to-Reel Tape Deck JBL L100 Century Speakers • Audiophile Vintage System Thorens TD-160 Turntable Yamaha NS-1000M Speakers • West Coast Classic System TEAC A-4300SX Reel-to-Reel Tape Deck JBL 4312 Control Monitors • High-End Vintage System Revox B77 Reel-to-Reel Tape Deck Altec Model 19 Speakers • British-Style System Linn Sondek LP12 Turntable Tannoy Berkeley Speakers For the best result, connect the 2245 to properly matched speakers using quality speaker cable and pair it with well-maintained vintage source components for optimum performance. 9/ COMBO DISCOUNT Save $100 when purchasing this receiver together with a qualifying pair of speakers or another restored vintage audio component from HQAudios. 10/ TRADE-IN PROGRAM HQAudios may accept trade-ins toward your purchase depending on the item, condition, and shipping location. 11/ SHIPPING & PACKAGING This receiver will be professionally packed by HQAudios for safe delivery. Vintage receivers are heavy and delicate, so we take extra care to protect the faceplate, knobs, corners, rear terminals, and internal structure during shipment. • Carefully wrapped and protected. • Heavy-duty box and protective packing materials used. • Extra protection around the faceplate, knobs, and corners. • Tracking provided after shipment. • Signature may be required for delivery. 12/ 1-YEAR HQAUDIOS WARRANTY This unit is backed by our 1-Year HQAudios Warranty covering normal-use functionality related to the service work performed by HQAudios. We are committed to helping our customers and will work with you to resolve the problem in a fair and reasonable way. The warranty does not cover misuse, improper setup, unauthorized repair, shipping damage caused after delivery, cosmetic wear, or damage from incompatible equipment. 13/ CUSTOMER SERVICE We are happy to help you get the best performance from your vintage audio system. 14/ IMPORTANT NOTE FOR VINTAGE AUDIO BUYERS This is a vintage audio component, and minor cosmetic signs of age should be expected. We do our best to describe and photograph each item accurately. Please review all photos and ask any questions before purchase. Your satisfaction is important to us. Thank you for choosing HQAudios – Restored Vintage Audio You Can Trust.