Marantz PM-KI PEARL Reference Series 2010 Catalog - Page 13

unequaled listenability. PM-15S2 Stereo Integrated Amplifier The PM-15S2 integrated amplifier brings Reference-level performance to those who treasure simplicity as well as sonic accuracy. From its champagne front panel to its heavy-duty speaker connectors, the PM-15S2 adds Marantz quality to every note in your music collection. This is technology with a purpose - to let you hear everything with better clarity than you thought possible. The all-important power supply begins with a "choke" input to remove extraneous noise from your AC line that might otherwise impact the sound. The massive double-shielded toroidal transformer provides accurate voltages for each circuit segment while minimizing spurious leakage. Marantz engineers also designed custom triple-partitioned capacitors after extensive evaluation in the listening room as well as the lab. The preamplifier section includes a sophisticated current feedback phono stage composed of discrete components for exceptionally smooth LP reproduction. Analog domain tone controls insure accurate and non-fatiguing frequency adjustments. Multiple SA2 and SA3 versions of Marantz's proprietary Hyper-Dynamic Amplifier Module buffer the signal when needed and smooth signal transition from preamp to power amp sections. The PM-15S2's power amplifier benefits from dual mono construction. Except for a common chassis, power cord, and transformer, each channel is totally independent to preserve every aspect of imaging. Internal configuration includes circuit boards with wide signal traces and heavy gauge wiring for minimal resistance. New switchable "Pre Out" and "Power In" jacks increase multi-channel flexibility while maintaining circuit simplicity for the finest stereo music reproduction. . Marantz's F.C.B.S. (Floating Control Bus System) lets you synchronize up to three PM-15S2s for multi-channel music reproduction. A double-layer plate forms the chassis' rigid base. An improved "Zero Noise" LCD meter features increased visibility while it keeps you in touch with operating conditions. And an aluminum-topped remote control lets you apportion power (80 continuous watts per channel) to precisely fit your mood, your room, and the demands of your loudspeakers. In sum, the PM-15S2 is a carefully crafted expression of the finest in Marantz's long and honored tradition of excellence. It can form the heart of an exceptional stereo music system now and easily adapt to multi-channel demands. That's true flexibility - and one of the most important benefits of owning the best. "Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life" - Berthold Auerbach, Novelist 9