Photo Note: First image is for reference only. The rest of the photos show the actual unit being sold and shipped.

Classic Marantz 2226B vintage stereo receiver, serviced, cleaned, LED upgraded, selectively recapped, and bench tested for 3+ hours using Klipsch KG4 and Sansui speakers.

The Marantz 2226B is a highly regarded late-1970s silver-face receiver delivering the warm, musical Marantz sound in a manageable 26-watt-per-channel package. It has the classic blue Marantz dial glow, analog tuning, silver faceplate, gyro-touch tuning wheel, AM/FM tuner, phono input, AUX, tape inputs, and pre-out/main-in flexibility.

This is an excellent choice for someone looking for a serviced vintage Marantz receiver with strong presentation, classic tone, useful connectivity, and documented selective capacitor work.

Features / Rear Panel

• Marantz Model 2226B AM/FM Stereo Receiver
• Approximately 26 watts per channel
• Classic silver-face Marantz design
• Blue LED dial and meter illumination
• AM/FM stereo tuner
• Phono input for turntable
• AUX input
• Tape 1 / Tape 2 inputs and outputs
• Speaker system outputs
• Pre-out / Main-in jacks
• Switched and unswitched AC outlets
• Original black metal case
• 120V / 60Hz US-market unit
• Made / produced in Japan
• Serial # 911170153

Service / Cleaning / Testing

This Marantz 2226B has been serviced, cleaned, LED upgraded, partially recapped, and tested.

Work performed / observed:

• Controls and switches cleaned
• Interior inspected
• LED dial / meter lighting upgrade
• Selective capacitor replacement / partial recap visible
• Modern electrolytic capacitors visible in key circuit areas
• Replacement capacitors observed in the amplifier / driver section
• Replacement capacitors observed in the power supply / regulator area
• Replacement capacitors observed in the protection / relay-related circuitry
• Bench tested for 3+ hours using Klipsch KG4 speakers and Sansui speakers
• Verified stable playback, clean output, input switching, tuner operation, and overall functionality

This is not being represented as fully restored or fully recapped. Based on visual inspection, it is best described as:

Serviced, cleaned, LED upgraded, and partially recapped with selective capacitor replacement visible in key reliability areas.

Partial Recap Summary / Boards & Impact

This unit shows evidence of a selective partial recap, not a full recap. Modern replacement electrolytic capacitors are visible in several key reliability areas.

(1) Power Amplifier / Driver Section
Several small-to-medium electrolytic capacitors appear to have been replaced with modern radial capacitors.

Likely impact: Helps support cleaner channel performance, improved signal stability, and better long-term reliability in the amplifier circuit.

(2) Power Supply / Regulator Area
Select electrolytic capacitors appear to have been replaced in the power supply / voltage regulation area.

Likely impact: Helps stabilize voltage delivery, reduce age-related noise risk, and improve reliability for the receiver’s main operating circuits.

(3) Protection / Relay-Related Circuitry
Replacement capacitors appear visible near protection / relay-related circuitry.

Likely impact: Helps support stable startup behavior, relay engagement, and speaker protection circuit reliability.

(4) General Audio Path / Supporting Circuit Areas
Selective capacitor replacement is visible in key circuit locations rather than a full board-by-board restoration.

Likely impact: Helps address common age-related capacitor wear while preserving much of the original Marantz character.

Important disclosure: This unit is best described as serviced, cleaned, LED upgraded, and partially recapped, with selective capacitor replacement visible in key reliability areas including the amplifier / driver section, power supply / regulator area, and protection / relay-related circuitry. It is not being represented as fully recapped or fully restored.

YouTube Demo Video

A YouTube demo video is included for this unit when available.

The video allows buyers to see the receiver powered on, illuminated, and playing before purchase.

Please review the photos and YouTube demo video carefully. Both are considered part of the description and show the actual unit being sold.

Cosmetic Condition

This Marantz 2226B presents very nicely for its age.

Cosmetic notes:

• Classic Marantz silver faceplate presents well
• Blue LED illumination looks excellent
• Original black metal case included
• Normal vintage wear should be expected
• Rear panel shows typical age-related oxidation / wear
• RCA jacks and terminals show typical vintage patina
• Please review all photos closely for exact cosmetic condition

No paperwork, manuals, or accessories are included unless shown in the photos.

Important Vintage Electronics Note

This is a vintage stereo receiver from the 1970s. It has been serviced, cleaned, upgraded with LED lighting, partially recapped, and bench tested, but it should still be treated as vintage electronics.

It is not being sold as new, fully restored, fully recapped, or cosmetically mint.

Why Buy From Bash Vintage Audio?

Bash Vintage Audio specializes in carefully selected, serviced, cleaned, tested, and well-presented vintage audio equipment.

• 4.8-star Reverb rating
• 266+ reviews
• Units are cleaned, inspected, tested, and photographed carefully
• Actual unit shown in photos
• Packed properly for safe shipment
• Clear disclosure on service level and cosmetic condition

Shipping

This receiver will be carefully packed and shipped through Reverb.

• Double-boxed when appropriate
• Proper internal padding and protection
• Shipped insured
• Packed with care due to the weight and age of vintage audio gear

Return Policy

Returns are handled through Reverb according to the listing terms and Reverb’s return process.

Please contact us through Reverb first if there is an issue with the unit. If a return is approved, the return label will be issued through Reverb. Based on Reverb’s process, return labels typically take approximately 5 business days to be issued.

The buyer is responsible for reviewing all photos, the description, and the YouTube demo video before purchase.

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