SA8003

About the SA8003

The Marantz SA8003 is a stereo Super Audio CD (SACD) and CD player designed for audiophiles seeking high fidelity playback. It features a copper-plated chassis and rear panel for optimal grounding and a toroidal transformer for instantaneous current delivery, ensuring stable and clean power supply. The player supports SACD and CD formats, with a frequency response of 2Hz to 20kHz for CDs and 2Hz to 100kHz for SACDs. It uses the Cirrus Logic CS4398 digital-to-analog converter, known for its excellent specifications and low distortion (SACD THD of 0.002%). The SA8003 offers a signal-to-noise ratio of 110 dB for CDs and a dynamic range of 112 dB for SACDs. It includes digital optical and coaxial inputs and outputs, analog RCA outputs, and a front-panel USB input for connecting devices like iPods. The front panel is minimalist with essential controls and a headphone amplifier with volume control. The remote control adds functions such as random play, program modes, and digital output toggling. The player supports CD-R and CD-RW playback but does not support SACD text display. The robust build includes a heavy-duty dual-layer chassis weighing about 17 pounds, with well-spaced analog output jacks to accommodate audiophile cables. Warranty coverage is three years for parts and labor.