In Reply to: Marantz 8B In Stereophile posted by rosendds@frontiernet.net on February 13, 2012 at 08:24:34:
Unfortunately pieces like the Marantz 8B start to fall into that class of collectablity and not actual use.
So if you plan on taking this thing to the grave - IMHO replace the worn out and corroded parts. And especially the electrolytic caps. Basically clean it up and make it safe so it doesn't blow itself up. What I wouldn't do is start going wild with upgrade boards trying to change out the circuitry. Keep it as true to it's sound as you can.
If you plan on selling it in the future - don't replace even a rusty screw.
Me - I would plan on keeping it for life and building a system around it.
I made plenty of mistakes over the years trying to modernize, or change tube amps. I found that there IS a point you cross where you lose the magic. I really miss some of those amps.
charles
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