Gorgeous 38 WPC Marantz Stereo Receiver in Cherry 2238

Gorgeous Vintage 38 WPC Marantz 2238 Stereo Receiver in Exquisite Custom Cherry Wood Cabinet, Fully Serviced

Very Clean, Attractive, Vintage 38 WPC Marantz 2238 Stereo Receiver in Exquisite Custom Ottawa Valley Cherry Wood Cabinet, Fully Serviced

Custom Cabinet Craftsmanship
Our master woodworker has transformed this classic Marantz 2238 with an expertly crafted cabinet using select Ottawa Valley cherry wood—renowned for its vibrant tone and fine, flowing grain.

Premium Material: Genuine Ottawa Valley cherry, sought after for its luminous color and uniquely Canadian character.

Veneer Mastery: Lumber was meticulously resawn and book-matched to create a nearly seamless grain flow cascading along the cabinet sides.

Precision Construction: The cabinet is custom-fit for the 2238, blending protective function with a warm, natural finish that enhances any space.

Refined Finish:

Sanded silky-smooth to 320 grit for refined tactile appeal

Treated with boiled linseed oil to naturally deepen and enrich the cherry hues

Finished with a hand-buffed beeswax polish, imparting a subtle sheen and a durable protective layer

The result is a singular enclosure that elevates both the visual and tactile experience of your vintage Marantz.

Complete Service with Lamp Upgrade
This Marantz 2238 has received our Level One service for long-term reliability, and includes a full lamp replacement—all display and indicator lights upgraded to long-life, cool-running LEDs.

Interior/exterior carefully cleaned

Detailed faceplate and controls

Pots and switches meticulously cleaned and deoxidized

All lamps upgraded to quality LEDs for dial, meters, and indicators

Inputs, outputs, and rear jacks cleaned and tested

All boards and controls checked for function

Bias and DC offset precisely adjusted

Thorough listening and extended-function testing

Classic Marantz Features and Sound
The Marantz 2238, designed and made in Japan in the golden 1970s era, is revered for its lively, musical Marantz signature sound and unmistakable silver faceplate. With its direct-coupled amplifier and classic Marantz tone-shaping, it brings music to life with warmth and gentle sparkle.

Key Specifications:

Power Output: 38 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)

Frequency Response: 15Hz to 60kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.1%

Damping Factor: 45

Input Sensitivity: 1.8mV (MM phono), 180mV (line)

Signal to Noise Ratio: 75dB (MM), 87dB (line)

Outputs: Pre-out/Main-in, Speaker A/B, headphones

Tone Controls: Bass, Mid, Treble (Baxandall circuitry), Tone Defeat, High/Low filters, Loudness

Special Features: FM Muting, Gyro-touch tuning, Legendary blue-lit Marantz display

Dimensions (with custom cherry cabinet): 18.5 x 7.75 x 15.25 inches (469.9 x 196.85 x 387.35 mm)

Weight (with cabinet): 14.2 kg (31.3 lbs)

This clean, beautifully maintained example of the Marantz 2238 is thoroughly serviced and ready for years of inspired listening. Its artisan Ottawa Valley cherry wood cabinet enhances the receiver’s timeless style and the romantic blue glow of its newly updated LED dial.

Asking $1895 for this gorgeous 2238; buy with confidence and benefit from Radique’s “Bumper to Bumper” warranty and Perpetual trade back policy.