Offered by BASH Vintage Audio is a very clean Marantz 2226B vintage stereo receiver, professionally serviced, thoroughly cleaned, upgraded with LED dial illumination, and fully function-tested.

The Marantz 2226B is a classic late-1970s silver-face receiver delivering approximately 26 watts per channel into 8 ohms. It combines Marantz's iconic blue illuminated dial, gyro-touch tuning, brushed-aluminum faceplate, built-in phono stage, and classic analog controls in a compact receiver that works exceptionally well in a vintage hi-fi or vinyl system.

This particular example stands out for its excellent faceplate condition and overall presentation.

⭐ Highlights

• Classic Marantz 2226B
• Approximately 26 watts per channel into 8Ω
• Professionally serviced
• Thoroughly cleaned and detailed
• LED dial illumination
• Excellent faceplate
• Gyro-touch tuning
• Built-in phono stage
• AM/FM stereo tuner
• AUX and Tape connectivity
• Main and Remote speaker outputs
• Original-style black metal top cover
• Fully function-tested
• Minimum 3+ hour bench/listening test
• Actual unit shown in the photos

🔧 Service / Cleaning / Testing

This receiver has been professionally serviced and prepared for sale.

Work and testing include:

• Controls and switches cleaned and exercised
• Inputs and selector functions checked
• RCA connections inspected and cleaned as appropriate
• Volume, balance and tone controls checked
• Amplifier operation tested
• Left and right channels tested for strong, balanced output
• AUX input tested
• Phono input tested
• Tape functions checked
• AM/FM tuner operation checked
• Main and Remote speaker outputs checked
• LED illumination checked
• Interior visually inspected and carefully cleaned
• Faceplate and exterior detailed

BASH Vintage Audio Preparation

The knobs are removed and ultrasonically cleaned, then hand-dried and polished before reinstallation.

The receiver is then subjected to an extended playback and operating test.

Each unit receives at least 3 hours of bench time/testing before shipment.

The receiver will also be retested before packing and shipment.

Important Service Disclosure

This Marantz 2226B is being represented as:

Professionally serviced / cleaned / LED upgraded / fully tested.

It is not being represented as fully recapped, fully restored, or completely rebuilt.

We prefer to describe vintage electronics conservatively rather than make restoration claims that cannot be documented.

💡 LED Illumination

The dial lighting has been upgraded to LED illumination, providing clean and reliable lighting while preserving the classic Marantz blue-dial appearance.

The illuminated dial combined with the silver faceplate and gyro-touch tuning wheel delivers the unmistakable vintage Marantz look.

🎛️ Features / Rear Panel

The Marantz 2226B provides the connectivity expected from a classic full-featured stereo receiver:

• AM/FM stereo tuner
• Phono input for turntables
• AUX input
• Tape inputs and outputs
• Main and Remote speaker connections
• Headphone output
• Bass control
• Midrange control
• Treble control
• Balance control
• Loudness
• Filters
• Muting
• Tape monitoring
• Mono function
• Gyro-touch tuning

The 2226B is an excellent match for efficient vintage speakers, bookshelf speakers, and vinyl-focused two-channel systems.

🎨 Cosmetic Condition

This receiver presents very well for its age.

The brushed-aluminum faceplate is especially clean, with strong lettering and attractive control surfaces.

The knobs, dial area, tuner window, and front-panel controls present nicely and give this unit excellent shelf presence.

The black metal top cover shows normal age-related wear consistent with vintage equipment.

The rear AM antenna holder has age-related damage; please review the photographs closely.

As with any vintage component approaching 50 years old, minor marks, scratches, oxidation, or other signs of previous use should be expected.

Please review all photographs carefully. The photos are of the actual receiver being sold and form part of the condition description.

🎥 YouTube Demo Video

A video demonstration may be available showing the actual Marantz 2226B offered in this listing operating before shipment.

The video and photographs are intended to document cosmetic condition and operating performance as accurately as possible.

Why Buy From BASH Vintage Audio?

At BASH Vintage Audio, we focus on carefully selected classic audio equipment and transparent descriptions.

Our preparation process emphasizes:

• Professional servicing where appropriate
• Careful cleaning and detailing
• Ultrasonic cleaning of removable knobs
• Extended operational testing
• Accurate service disclosures
• Detailed photography
• Actual-unit demonstrations
• Careful professional packing

We do not automatically describe vintage equipment as "restored" or "fully recapped" unless the work supports that claim.

Our objective is straightforward: clean, properly operating vintage audio equipment represented as accurately as possible.

📦 Shipping & Packing — $125

This receiver will be carefully prepared for shipment using heavy-duty packing materials.

• Shipping label issued by Reverb
• Reverb Safe Shipping
• Fully insured shipment
• Tracking provided through Reverb
• Heavy cushioning around the receiver
• Faceplate and controls carefully protected
• Receiver double-boxed when appropriate
• Signature confirmation where applicable
• Receiver retested before packing

Vintage receivers are heavy and contain delicate dial mechanisms, switches, controls and internal assemblies. Proper packing is therefore an important part of every BASH Vintage Audio sale.

Please retain all original packing materials after delivery, particularly until you have fully inspected and tested the receiver.

🔄 Return Policy

Returns are handled according to the return settings and policies shown on this Reverb listing.

If you experience an issue after delivery, please contact BASH Vintage Audio through Reverb promptly before initiating a return so we can work with you toward the appropriate resolution.

When a return is authorized, the return shipping label is issued through Reverb. Processing of an approved return label may take approximately five business days or longer depending on Reverb's process.

Returned equipment must be received in the same condition in which it was shipped and should be packed using the original packing materials whenever possible.

Return shipping and any applicable restocking provisions are governed by the terms displayed on the Reverb listing.

⚠️ Important Vintage Electronics Note

This is vintage electronic equipment and should not be expected to behave exactly like a newly manufactured component.

Even professionally serviced vintage electronics contain numerous original mechanical and electronic parts that can age or fail unexpectedly.

Our descriptions, photographs, testing and video demonstrations are intended to provide the most accurate representation possible at the time the unit is offered for sale.

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