Marantz SACD 10 Reference SACD Player The Marantz SACD 10 is a reference-grade SACD/CD player engineered for listeners who demand the highest possible performance from physical media and modern high-resolution digital sources. Built around the Marantz-designed SACDM-3 disc transport for exceptional resonance rejection, it delivers ultra-stable playback and precise disc reading. SACD 10 also functions as a premium USB-DAC and digital-to-analog converter, supporting DSD up to 256 and PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit for pristine playback from compatible computers and digital components. With Marantz Musical Mastering Stream & Conversion, a new HDAM output stage, dual toroidal power supplies, balanced XLR and RCA outputs, and a fully discrete variable-gain headphone amplifier, it’s an elite centerpiece for world-class two-channel listening. The Marantz SACD 10 is part of ListenUp's Marantz CD Players Collection. What It's Good At: Reference disc playback with the SACDM-3 transport for stable, resonance-resistant SACD/CD performance Audiophile DAC performance with Marantz Musical Mastering Stream & Conversion and selectable digital filtering High-resolution USB audio (USB-A and USB-B DAC) supporting DSD256 and PCM 384kHz/32-bit sources Balanced system integration via fixed-level XLR outputs alongside RCA for flexible preamp/amp pairing Serious headphone listening with a fully discrete headphone circuit and selectable gain (Low/Mid/High) Low-noise power delivery using dual power supplies with toroidal transformers for cleaner dynamics and detail Marantz SACD 10 Full Specifications: Model: Marantz SACD 10 (Reference SACD Player) Disc Playback / Core Design: Marantz-designed SACDM-3 disc transport Marantz Musical Mastering (MMM) Stream & Conversion DAC circuit: New MMM-Conversion Dither: MMM-Stream (Dither 1, 2, Off) Noise Shaper: MMM-Stream (Balanced, Natural, Dynamic Music, Dynamic Voice) Digital Filter: MMM-Stream (Filter 1, 2 selectable) Jitter Reducer: Yes DAC Master Clock Design: Yes (as specified) Asynchronous mode (for USB-B input): Yes Isolator (for USB-B input): Yes (Complete Isolation System Duo) Audio Performance: Frequency Response: SACD 2Hz–50kHz (-3dB); CD 2Hz–20kHz (±1.0dB) Harmonic Distortion: SACD 0.0004%; CD 0.0015% S/N: SACD 118dB; CD 116dB Dynamic Range: SACD 112dB; CD 98dB Line Output Level: Unbalanced 2.0Vrms; Balanced 4.0Vrms Headphone Output Level: 130mW / 32 ohms Audio Feature / Circuitry: Output Circuit: New HDAM Power Transformer: Toroidal Headphone Circuit: Discrete H/P Amp Gain Setting: Yes (Low / Mid / High) H/P On/Off Setting: H/P Off automatically, when in use Connectivity: Fixed Analog Output (RCA): Cinch × 1 (Thick nickel plated machined copper L/R independent terminals) Fixed Balanced XLR Output: 1 Optical input / output (Maximum Support): 2 / 1 (44.1 kHz – 192 kHz) Coaxial input / output (Maximum Support): 2 / 1 (44.1 kHz – 192 kHz) Headphone Output: Yes (φ6.3 × 1) Remote Control Bus Terminal: Yes Remote Internal / External Switch: Yes AC Inlet: Yes General / Construction: Unit (W × H × D mm): 440 × 192 × 442 Cabinet Size: 440 × 192 × 422 Net weight: 33.0kg Packaging Dimensions (W × H × D mm): 600 × 379 × 540 Packaging gross weight: 38.4kg Carton Color: 1 Color (Material color: Brown; Printing: Black) Panel Color: Black / Marantz Champagne Front (Center) Panel: Aluminum Back-shell: Aluminum Front panel illumination: Yes (All sides, Dimmer) Side cover: Aluminum (Thickness: Max 15.8mm) Top cover: Aluminum (Thickness: 12mm) Bottom Layer / Bottom plate: Triple layer copper-plated Foot: Solid aluminum with Copper Power: Power Consumption: 55W Standby Consumption: Less than 0.3W Included Accessories: Accessory Box: Yes Remote Controller: RC004PMND Battery: Yes (AAA ×2) Power Cord: Yes (All region: Audio Grade: OFC) Other: Stereo RCA Cable ×1 Other: Remote connector cable ×1 Other: CoA card Marantz SACD 10 Q&A: What disc formats can the Marantz SACD 10 play? SACD 10 is designed for high-end SACD and CD playback using the Marantz SACDM-3 transport for stable, low-resonance performance. Can I use the SACD 10 as an external DAC for my computer? Yes. It supports USB-B DAC operation with asynchronous mode and isolation for high-quality computer audio playback. What high-resolution formats does the DAC support over USB? It supports DSD up to 256 and PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit via USB for high-resolution sources. Does the SACD 10 have balanced outputs? Yes. It includes fixed-level XLR balanced outputs as well as RCA unbalanced outputs for easy integration with premium amplifiers and preamps. Can I connect other digital sources besides USB? Yes. It provides optical and coaxial digital inputs (plus digital outputs), supporting sample rates up to 192 kHz for compatible sources. Is there a headphone amp built in? Yes. SACD 10 includes a fully discrete headphone amplifier with selectable gain (Low/Mid/High) for matching a wide range of headphones. What makes the SACDM-3 transport special? The SACDM-3 is Marantz-designed to maximize resonance rejection and ensure precise, stable disc reading for reference-grade playback. How power-hungry is the unit for daily use? Power consumption is 55W during operation and less than 0.3W in standby, balancing performance with practical efficiency. Marantz SACD 10 Downloads: Marantz SACD 10 Info SheetMarantz SACD 10 Owners Manual
