Classic Marantz 2228B vintage stereo receiver, serviced, cleaned, blue LED upgraded, selectively / partially recapped in key reliability areas, detailed, and bench tested by Bash Vintage Audio.

This Marantz 2228B delivers the warm, musical sound the Marantz 22xx series is known for, with classic silver-face styling, blue dial illumination, gyro-touch tuning, phono input, AUX, tape connectivity, AM/FM tuner, speaker outputs, and original-style black metal case.

Important disclosure: the rear AM ferrite-bar antenna is missing. If AM radio reception is desired, an external AM antenna can be connected to the rear AM antenna terminals. FM, AUX, phono, tape, and normal stereo receiver operation are unaffected.

Overview

Up for sale is a Marantz 2228B stereo receiver, serviced, cleaned, blue LED upgraded, selectively / partially recapped in key reliability areas, detailed, and tested by Bash Vintage Audio.

The Marantz 2228B is part of the highly regarded Marantz 22xx receiver lineup, known for warm vintage sound, excellent build quality, beautiful blue dial illumination, and timeless silver-face styling. It is a great receiver for vinyl playback, FM listening, AUX streaming, tape sources, and classic two-channel hi-fi systems.

This unit includes the original-style black metal case and presents well overall with normal age-appropriate vintage wear.

Features / Rear Panel

• Marantz 2228B vintage stereo receiver
• Approx. 28 watts per channel class
• Classic Marantz silver-face design
• Blue LED dial / meter illumination
• AM/FM stereo tuner
• Gyro-touch tuning wheel
• Signal strength and tuning meters
• Stereo indicator
• Phono input
• AUX input
• Tape inputs / outputs
• Speaker outputs
• Pre-out / main-in connections, if equipped on this unit
• Switched and unswitched AC convenience outlets
• Original-style black metal case / cover
• Rear AM antenna terminals present
• Rear AM ferrite-bar antenna is missing

Service / Cleaning / Testing

This Marantz 2228B has been serviced, cleaned, blue LED upgraded, selectively / partially recapped, detailed, and bench tested.

Service / preparation includes:

• Controls and switches cleaned
• Boards cleaned
• Blue LED dial / meter illumination upgrade completed
• Selective / partial capacitor replacement in key reliability areas
• Modern electrolytic capacitors visible in select internal sections
• Faceplate cleaned and detailed
• Knobs removed and ultrasonically cleaned
• Original-style black metal case cleaned
• FM tuner tested
• Phono input tested
• AUX input tested
• Tape inputs / outputs tested
• Speaker outputs tested
• Bench tested for 3+ hours through Klipsch KG4 and Sansui speakers

Important accuracy note: this unit is being represented as serviced, cleaned, blue LED upgraded, and selectively / partially recapped. It is not being represented as fully restored, fully rebuilt, or fully recapped unless additional documentation confirms that level of work.

AM Antenna Disclosure

The original rear AM ferrite-bar antenna is missing.

If AM radio reception is desired, an external AM antenna can be connected to the rear AM antenna terminals. This affects AM reception only. FM, AUX, phono, tape, and normal stereo receiver operation are unaffected.

YouTube Demo Video / Photos

A YouTube demo video is included for this unit. The video allows buyers to see the receiver powered on, illuminated, and playing before purchase.

Please review all photos and the YouTube demo video carefully before purchasing. The photos and video are considered part of the description and show the actual unit being sold, including cosmetic condition, dial illumination, controls, black metal case, rear panel, and overall presentation.

Because this is a vintage receiver, cosmetic wear, age-related marks, and normal signs of use should be expected. The included photos and video are intended to give buyers a clear view of the unit’s actual condition.

Cosmetic Condition / Disclosure

This Marantz 2228B presents well overall with the classic Marantz silver-face look, blue dial illumination, and original-style black metal case.

Cosmetic condition is best described as clean vintage condition with normal age-appropriate wear. The faceplate, dial glass, meters, knobs, and case present nicely, but this is a vintage receiver and should not be considered mint or museum-grade.

Expected cosmetic notes:

• Normal age-related marks from vintage use
• Minor marks / wear possible on the faceplate and control areas
• Original-style black metal case shows normal vintage wear
• Rear panel shows normal age-related oxidation / marks
• Rear AM ferrite-bar antenna is missing
• Photos and YouTube demo video should be reviewed carefully for exact cosmetic condition

Overall, this is a clean, serviced, blue-lit Marantz 2228B with strong shelf presence and the classic Marantz appearance.

Why Buy From Bash Vintage Audio?

Bash Vintage Audio specializes in carefully selected, cleaned, serviced, and tested vintage audio gear.

• 4.8-star Reverb rating
• 266+ reviews
• Vintage audio focused
• Units are cleaned, inspected, and tested before listing
• Honest condition descriptions
• Photos and video show the actual unit being sold
• Carefully packed for shipment
• Reverb Safe Shipping / protection used when applicable

Shipping

This receiver will be carefully packed and double boxed for safe shipment. Vintage receivers are heavy and fragile, so proper packing is important.

Shipping includes careful packing materials and insured ground shipment.

Return Policy

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

If there is an issue, please contact us through Reverb first so we can review and help resolve it. 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.

Buyer must return the item in the same condition as received, with all original packing materials when possible.

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