The Marantz SA-12SE Special Edition is a high-performance Super Audio CD player with an integrated DAC, meticulously crafted for audiophiles who demand precision, depth, and musical purity. Drawing from the development of the flagship SA-10, it embodies Marantz’s dedication to sound excellence, offering a refined listening experience that brings music to life.
Manufactured in Shirakawa, Japan, the SA-12SE features Marantz’s exclusive SACDM-3 transport, engineered specifically for optimal CD and SACD performance. The proprietary Marantz Musical Mastering (MMM) digital-to-analog conversion technology ensures exceptional detail and tonal accuracy, elevating every note. The inclusion of HDAM SA2 and SA3 circuits, alongside optimized circuit design and hand-selected components, guarantees low distortion and high dynamic range for the most natural sound reproduction.
Supporting a wide range of formats, including SACD, CD, and high-resolution audio files such as DSD (up to 11.2MHz), WAV, and ALAC, the SA-12SE provides flexibility for music lovers. With asynchronous USB-B functionality, it serves as a high-end DAC, delivering bit-perfect transmission and low-jitter performance.
The robust aluminum chassis, reinforced for stability and vibration resistance, houses a toroidal power transformer for clean and consistent power delivery. A dedicated headphone amplifier with HDAM SA2 circuitry ensures immersive private listening. The player also features gold-plated RCA outputs, optical and coaxial digital inputs, and an intuitive user interface.
The SA-12SE is a celebration of Marantz’s rich legacy, offering a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge audio technology to deliver an unparalleled musical experience.
Features:
- Premium SACD/CD playback with Marantz Musical Mastering DAC
- Exclusive SACDM-3 transport for high-precision disc reading
- Supports DSD (up to 11.2MHz), WAV, ALAC for high-resolution audio
- HDAM SA2 & SA3 circuitry for exceptional sound quality
- Asynchronous USB-B input for high-performance DAC functionality
- Toroidal power transformer for stable power delivery
- Vibration-resistant aluminum chassis with reinforced construction
- Dedicated headphone amplifier with adjustable volume
- Optical & coaxial digital inputs for external source connectivity
- Selectable digital filters for customized playback experience
Specifications:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 440mm x 123mm x 419mm |
| Weight | 16.4kg |
| Chassis | Reinforced aluminum with vibration resistance |
| Power Consumption | 47W (0.3W standby) |
| Frequency Response | 2Hz – 50kHz (SACD), 2Hz – 20kHz (CD) |
| Dynamic Range | CD: 98dB / SACD: 109dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | CD: 104dB / SACD: 112dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | CD: 0.000015% / SACD: 0.0008% |
| Analog Outputs | RCA (unbalanced) ×2 |
| Digital Inputs | Optical ×1, Coaxial ×1, USB-B ×1 |
| Digital Outputs | Optical ×1, Coaxial ×1 |
| Headphone Output | Yes, with HDAM SA2 current feedback |
| USB-A Playback | FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, DSD |
| Streaming Support | USB-B DSD Audio Streaming (up to DSD11.2) |
| Selectable Digital Filters | Yes |
| Remote Control | Included (Model: RC005PMSA) |
| Color Options | Silver-Gold |
| Accessories | RCA cable, remote cable, power cord, batteries |
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