Marantz Pre-processor

Geoff4rfc
Geoff4rfc Posts: 2,409
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With @Landmonster doing his extensive search (Kudos BTW for getting it done), I started looking at other processors. My Integra has gone in a direction I'm not in favor of.

I've been looking at the Marantz Pre's and read a few unfavorable reviews regarding longevity.

Does anyone have any lengthy experience with: AV8802A and or the AV8805?

Many thanks!
Source: BRP Panasonic UB9000, CDP Emotiva ERC3 - Display: LG OLED EVO 83 C3 - Pre/Pro: Marantz 8802A - Amplification: Emotiva XPA-DR3, XPA-2 x 2, XPA-6, Speakers, Mains/2ch-Focal Kanta No2's, C-LSiM706, S-702F/X, RS-RTiA9's, WS-RTiA9's, FH-RTiA3's, Subs - Epik Empire x 2

Cables: AudioQuest McKenzie XLR's/CDP/Amp, Carbon 48/BRP, Forest 48/Display, 2 channel speaker cable: Furutech FS Alpha 36 12AWG PCOCC Single Crystal (Douglas Connection)

EXPERIENCE: next to nothing, but I sure enjoy audio and video MY OPINION OF THIS HOBBY: I may not be a smart man, but I know what quicksand is.
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  • dolbyd
    dolbyd Posts: 430
    My friend has a 2 year old 8802 no issues. My 7704 is also 2 years old. No issues.
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  • Geoff4rfc
    Geoff4rfc Posts: 2,409
    dolbyd wrote: »
    My friend has a 2 year old 8802 no issues. My 7704 is also 2 years old. No issues.

    Thank you for the reply. The gist so far is that at the 3 year mark, it decides to take a rest. I hope yours goes past the "3" mark I've read about.
    Source: BRP Panasonic UB9000, CDP Emotiva ERC3 - Display: LG OLED EVO 83 C3 - Pre/Pro: Marantz 8802A - Amplification: Emotiva XPA-DR3, XPA-2 x 2, XPA-6, Speakers, Mains/2ch-Focal Kanta No2's, C-LSiM706, S-702F/X, RS-RTiA9's, WS-RTiA9's, FH-RTiA3's, Subs - Epik Empire x 2

    Cables: AudioQuest McKenzie XLR's/CDP/Amp, Carbon 48/BRP, Forest 48/Display, 2 channel speaker cable: Furutech FS Alpha 36 12AWG PCOCC Single Crystal (Douglas Connection)

    EXPERIENCE: next to nothing, but I sure enjoy audio and video MY OPINION OF THIS HOBBY: I may not be a smart man, but I know what quicksand is.
    When I was young, I was Superman but now that old age has gotten the best of me I'm only Batman
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  • Thorton
    Thorton Posts: 1,324
    I haven’t looked in a little while, but I’ve never heard or read people having problems with Marantz longevity. I’m interested where you’re reading this? I had the AV8801 (predecessor to the AV8802A) for over 5 years and never had a problem. I’ve had the AV8805 now for over 1.5 years without a problem.
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  • DaveHo
    DaveHo Posts: 3,529
    Onkyo has had reliability issues in the past with HDMI board failures. Wasn't aware of any issues with Marantz.
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  • Mikey081057
    Mikey081057 Posts: 7,127
    I have had 0 issues with my AV 77XX Pre Pro's. I don't now or have not heard any negative issues with the 88XX models.
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  • Geoff4rfc
    Geoff4rfc Posts: 2,409
    Thorton wrote: »
    I haven’t looked in a little while, but I’ve never heard or read people having problems with Marantz longevity. I’m interested where you’re reading this? I had the AV8801 (predecessor to the AV8802A) for over 5 years and never had a problem. I’ve had the AV8805 now for over 1.5 years without a problem.

    I read these reviews on Amazon. One lasted 3 years, one had an HDMI failure at 2 years, and one poor fellow went through 3 units before getting it right.

    Of course MOST of the reviews are rave! Very satisfied customers overall.

    I've been eyeing the 8802A for a while now, LOVE the copper rear and the 8802A looks to suit my set up tastes!

    I certainly appreciate the feed back here!
    Source: BRP Panasonic UB9000, CDP Emotiva ERC3 - Display: LG OLED EVO 83 C3 - Pre/Pro: Marantz 8802A - Amplification: Emotiva XPA-DR3, XPA-2 x 2, XPA-6, Speakers, Mains/2ch-Focal Kanta No2's, C-LSiM706, S-702F/X, RS-RTiA9's, WS-RTiA9's, FH-RTiA3's, Subs - Epik Empire x 2

    Cables: AudioQuest McKenzie XLR's/CDP/Amp, Carbon 48/BRP, Forest 48/Display, 2 channel speaker cable: Furutech FS Alpha 36 12AWG PCOCC Single Crystal (Douglas Connection)

    EXPERIENCE: next to nothing, but I sure enjoy audio and video MY OPINION OF THIS HOBBY: I may not be a smart man, but I know what quicksand is.
    When I was young, I was Superman but now that old age has gotten the best of me I'm only Batman
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  • tophatjohnny
    tophatjohnny Posts: 4,182
    Im interested where he read this too! I’m thinking about an 8802 refurbished to replace a perfectly fine Yamaha RX 1060
    "if it's not fun, it's not worth it & remember folks, "It's All About The Music"!!
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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 25,447
    In the very beginning marantz was having problems with their Hdam modules they used in both receivers and processors. Other than that I've not read or heard anymore about it.
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  • tophatjohnny
    tophatjohnny Posts: 4,182
    pitdogg2 wrote: »
    In the very beginning marantz was having problems with their Hdam modules they used in both receivers and processors. Other than that I've not read or heard anymore about it.
    Thanks Ivan ! Looking at different options as well!
    "if it's not fun, it's not worth it & remember folks, "It's All About The Music"!!
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  • Bjacks
    Bjacks Posts: 2
    edited May 2021
    Is the marantz SR5010 RECIEVER any good?
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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 8,121
    Bjacks wrote: »
    Is the marantz SR5010 RECIEVER any good?

    As I said in the other thread, yes it’s good and will work for you.
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  • GlennDog
    GlennDog Posts: 3,120
    DaveHo wrote: »
    Onkyo has had reliability issues in the past with HDMI board failures. Wasn't aware of any issues with Marantz.

    Some may not be aware that Onkyo is parent company to Integra, just say’n
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