MA24

About the MA24

The Marantz MA-24 is a high-end mono Class-A power amplifier from Marantz's MusicLink series, manufactured in Japan from 1991 to 1994. It features a pure Class-A design with MOS-FET outputs, delivering 30 watts into 8 ohms and 60 watts into 4 ohms. The amplifier is known for its exceptional sonic transparency and state-of-the-art performance, with a frequency response from 10 Hz to 100 kHz, total harmonic distortion of 0.01%, and a damping factor of 250. It uses high-quality components such as 2x 22,000µF/50 V ELNA audio capacitors and gold-plated input and output connectors. The MA-24 is part of a premium line designed for audiophiles seeking refined sound quality and elegant design, often paired with the Marantz SC-22 preamplifier. Dimensions are approximately 208 x 163 x 359 mm, and it weighs about 11 kg. The amplifier was originally priced around 180,000 Japanese Yen per monoblock in 1994. It is highly regarded for driving moderately inefficient speakers with clarity and precision despite its modest power rating.