Behind the name Marantz stands a man named Saul Marantz, a true acoustic genius. This American musician, inventor and engineer is the founder of the company that bears his name today. Established in 1953, Marantz Audio Company was born in the engineer's New York home. Marantz amplifiers are recognized as among the most reliable and efficient on the market. The brand's CD players are also second to none in terms of quality and performance. Last but not least, music is another of the New York-based brand's fields of expertise. Marantz turntables compete head-to-head with the biggest names on the market. Marantz also brings its expertise to other acoustic products such as cinema receivers and network players. Whatever your home audio needs, Marantz has the right product for you.