Yes, as noted elsewhere, this table is by Clearaudio, and has been out in this exact form, by the Marantz label since at least 2013. There's a short review in October of 2013 in Stereophile. That being said, it appears from all reviews I've seen to be a solid table, and I also really like the way it looks. I guess, at this point, since I still haven't bought it, one reason why is that I keep expecting an update. I believe it originally sold for about $1600 with a Clearaudio cartridge. Also, this wasn't mentioned but I'm sure you are aware that Marantz has been around since 1953. One of the "originals", you might say.
I have the TT15. It’s beautiful. Running with Marantz SR7013 Pre and Marantz MM8077 Amp. Also several pairs of B&W speakers and B&W subs. My favorite listening is flat with tone control (with room correction), however depending upon the recording I will adjust for Audyssey and M-DAX. Heavenly.
I have an old Technics and a Audio Technica I love both of them. I really enjoy listening to albums like Rush Moving Pictures and Pink Floyd Animals. That said BLS and everything just sounds so much better on a turntable. I guess its nostalgia.
I bought this TT when in 2008 when it first came out. It's such a sonic bang for the buck. I just get the cart retipped when needed. As noted by others, it's mostly a rebadged CA, and it says Made in Germany on the box.
Thanks MC, yes, it stays in the line because it is a good bang for the buck, so it keeps selling well. We're glad you are 15 years in and still rolling
@@playbackvintagehifihunter9669 The comparable Clearaudio is the Emotion SE (virtually identical). That's €500 more expensive, so the Marantz is a good deal. The included cartridges are also very similar (virtuoso ebony versus Artist V2; both based on the same Audio technica body and stylus, both encaptuled in ebony). For that €500 extra you can buy a really nice cartridge that outperforms both; something like an AT-OC9XML. However I'm more into vintage turntables, mainly Biotracers and decks that have similar tech.
The only downside I see with this turntable is that it doesn't have an integrated dustcover. That's obviously a personal preference. But build/quality wise this would probably be my #1 pick if I had to buy a new turntable with a $2k budget. BTW this turntable has been on the market for quite a few years now, at least since 2009.
Hi Terry, you'll dig it! We are here for you when you are ready to pull the trigger. skybygramophone.com/collections/marantz/products/marantz-tt-15s1-belt-drive-turntable-with-cartridge?variant=40579929211044
My favorite LP Record to listen is ' Pink Floyd Dark Side Of The Moon '' 30th Anniversary Edition /Pressing ''. 🙌🙌👍👍😊😊. P.S. - Also Roger Waters Amused To Death '' 180 Gram Analog Production LP Record '', Best of B.B. King LP Record ''First Pressing ''.
Most excited to clean all the records of the new set on my Degritter Record Cleaner and then play the new Ornette Coleman vinyl box set of all his Blue Note recordings....especially this Golden Circle live sessions and the album where his 12 year old son plays drums
Hi Thomas, Marantz refers to the motor being separated from the platter as Floating Motor Mount Construction. Isolating a belt drive motor off to the side, with the belt connected to the platter, but the motor not directly connected, means that - at least in theory - the belt itself can absorb some of the vibrations, rather than those vibrations being directly transmitted into the platter. Budget turntables almost never offer a motor offset this way, but lots of mid-priced and almost all high end 'tables are built like this. Here's the Marantz customer support link if you have further questions - support.marantz.com
Yes you can adjust the VTA by loosen an allen bolt at the base of the arm and raising/lowering the tonearm. It's in the manual. But no "VTA on the fly". I don't know if it has azimuth adjustment; there's nothing in the manual. There is a screw at the base of the arm wand near the headshell (to mate the arm to the headshell arrangement). But I don't know if loosening that screw also gives azimuth adjustment. A lot of arms do with a screw in that position, but that's not the most ergonomic system to do that.
Thanks Lamotta, this 'table is a Marantz design based on a German ClearAudio, manufactured by ClearAudio. A search of the info guide, owner's manual and warranty card did not reveal a country of origin. If that part is crucial for your decision, you may want to reach out to Marantz directly: support.marantz.com
Yes, as noted elsewhere, this table is by Clearaudio, and has been out in this exact form, by the Marantz label since at least 2013. There's a short review in October of 2013 in Stereophile. That being said, it appears from all reviews I've seen to be a solid table, and I also really like the way it looks. I guess, at this point, since I still haven't bought it, one reason why is that I keep expecting an update. I believe it originally sold for about $1600 with a Clearaudio cartridge. Also, this wasn't mentioned but I'm sure you are aware that Marantz has been around since 1953. One of the "originals", you might say.
Very well presented, well spoken and a real radio voice. Nice turntable, ordered one yesterday because of this in Vancouver
I have the TT15. It’s beautiful. Running with Marantz SR7013 Pre and Marantz MM8077 Amp. Also several pairs of B&W speakers and B&W subs.
My favorite listening is flat with tone control (with room correction), however depending upon the recording I will adjust for Audyssey and M-DAX.
Heavenly.
I have an old Technics and a Audio Technica I love both of them. I really enjoy listening to albums like Rush Moving Pictures and Pink Floyd Animals. That said BLS and everything just sounds so much better on a turntable. I guess its nostalgia.
wow, good to see Marantz is back to the record players market
Table /tonearm and cartridge all made by the German company, Clearaudio.
This turntable has been available for decades.
Found a classic album from Jan & Vangelis - Friends of Mr. Cairo in a flea market!
I bought this TT when in 2008 when it first came out. It's such a sonic bang for the buck. I just get the cart retipped when needed. As noted by others, it's mostly a rebadged CA, and it says Made in Germany on the box.
Thanks MC, yes, it stays in the line because it is a good bang for the buck, so it keeps selling well. We're glad you are 15 years in and still rolling
QOTD: I bought Prince’s new album on vinyl recently. Not my favorite style of music but it sounds great on vinyl. 🤘🏼🎸🤘🏼
This turntable is basically a clearaudio made.
Which is a good thing 😉
(I think clearaudio is one of the top 5 quality turntable manufacturers from the last 30 years)
@@mrpetit2 get a Clearaudio instead.
@@playbackvintagehifihunter9669 The comparable Clearaudio is the Emotion SE (virtually identical). That's €500 more expensive, so the Marantz is a good deal. The included cartridges are also very similar (virtuoso ebony versus Artist V2; both based on the same Audio technica body and stylus, both encaptuled in ebony). For that €500 extra you can buy a really nice cartridge that outperforms both; something like an AT-OC9XML.
However I'm more into vintage turntables, mainly Biotracers and decks that have similar tech.
Nice job by the host. Excellent voice and manner
The only downside I see with this turntable is that it doesn't have an integrated dustcover.
That's obviously a personal preference. But build/quality wise this would probably be my #1 pick if I had to buy a new turntable with a $2k budget.
BTW this turntable has been on the market for quite a few years now, at least since 2009.
Can't wait to get one !
Hi Terry, you'll dig it! We are here for you when you are ready to pull the trigger. skybygramophone.com/collections/marantz/products/marantz-tt-15s1-belt-drive-turntable-with-cartridge?variant=40579929211044
My favorite LP Record to listen is ' Pink Floyd Dark Side Of The Moon '' 30th Anniversary Edition /Pressing ''. 🙌🙌👍👍😊😊. P.S. - Also Roger Waters Amused To Death '' 180 Gram Analog Production LP Record '', Best of B.B. King LP Record ''First Pressing ''.
Great choice!!!!
Review the techni s sl1200g please . I bought the Marantz tt151 3 years ago foe 1300 the price has gone up 500 since then still worth every penny
I'll see what I can do.
Great review 👍
Most excited to clean all the records of the new set on my Degritter Record Cleaner and then play the new Ornette Coleman vinyl box set of all his Blue Note recordings....especially this Golden Circle live sessions and the album where his 12 year old son plays drums
Hello I installed my marantz this weekend and the belt goes up and down when playing 45 rpm records please help
Latest vinyl purchase: Jimi Hendrix Experience...Are You Experienced UHQR.
My copy is on the way and should get it on Monday.
My latest buying: Yes’ 5 albums remastered by Steven Wilson
The motor sits in one part with the tonarm. How is the mechanical decoupling implemented, apart from being far away :-) ?
Hi Thomas, Marantz refers to the motor being separated from the platter as Floating Motor Mount Construction. Isolating a belt drive motor off to the side, with the belt connected to the platter, but the motor not directly connected, means that - at least in theory - the belt itself can absorb some of the vibrations, rather than those vibrations being directly transmitted into the platter. Budget turntables almost never offer a motor offset this way, but lots of mid-priced and almost all high end 'tables are built like this. Here's the Marantz customer support link if you have further questions - support.marantz.com
Is there a VTA?
There is not a dedicated adjustment, you would just do so by adjusting the counterweight.
Yes you can adjust the VTA by loosen an allen bolt at the base of the arm and raising/lowering the tonearm.
It's in the manual.
But no "VTA on the fly".
I don't know if it has azimuth adjustment; there's nothing in the manual.
There is a screw at the base of the arm wand near the headshell (to mate the arm to the headshell arrangement). But I don't know if loosening that screw also gives azimuth adjustment.
A lot of arms do with a screw in that position, but that's not the most ergonomic system to do that.
Un matched? It's s personal preference on which sound is judged.
That is correct, and I shared my preference regarding it.
QOTD: Romare - “Home”
make by german producer clearaudio
Im planning to update my turntable with this TT15S1, i hope is NOT made in china, otherwise ill buy something else.
Thanks Lamotta, this 'table is a Marantz design based on a German ClearAudio, manufactured by ClearAudio. A search of the info guide, owner's manual and warranty card did not reveal a country of origin. If that part is crucial for your decision, you may want to reach out to Marantz directly: support.marantz.com
Thank you, very much appreciated @@GramophoneMD
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