For auction is this beautiful pair of Marantz Esotec SC7Preamp and SM7 Power amp. I bought themas a set and will only sell them together as a set. Both pieces are in excellent cosmeticcondition and perfect operating condition. Included in the auction are the rare factory rack mount handles and theoriginal owners manuals, service manual, schematics and other documents. This set sounds fantastic together! Effortless power and clarity. These components ha...ve adjustable voltage settings so theycan be used anywhere in the World. Theyare currently set for US 120V-60Hz and come with an adapter plug. With an easy turn of the selector on the rearpanel the voltage can be adjusted to match the power for other locations. The Esotec line was some of the finest equipment ever builtby Marantz. The specifications can easilybe found with an internet search so I won’t go into much detail here. The Marantz Esotec components are highly regardedand sought after today by audiophiles and vintage collectors. All the other components in the Esotec line hadchampagne gold faceplates. The “7”models were unique with distinctive black faceplates that really sets themapart. An unusual touch for a timeperiod when silver faceplates were the norm for stereo equipment. The SC7 Preamp was just serviced at a local shop a fewmonths ago that specializes in vintage equipment. All of the controls were cleaned andre-lubricated, every function was tested and it is performing perfectly. No other service was required on it. The SM7 did not require any service and it isworking perfectly too. In fulldisclosure there is one lamp in the right side meter that is out but it doesnot affect operation or view of the meter in any way. There are a few handling marks here and thereon both pieces but no major scratches or dings are to be found. The factory rack mount handles appear to beunused. They have some handling marks toobut no apparent “rack rash” from ever being used. The manuals, schematics and other documentsare all in excellent condition with a couple spots of writing on them that wasdone somewhere along the line. Pleasesee the pictures to assess the condition for yourself. I’m sure to regret letting these go but it’s time for me tostart thinning out my collection as I head toward retirement. I am certain the new owner will be verypleased with these components. Because these are both heavy items, especially the SM7Power amp, the packing and shipping cost will be expensive. I estimated it will be $200 in the ContinentalUS but that is an estimate only. I chargeonly what my exact costs for this and I am willing to provide receipts forvalidation to the winning bidder. Thesewill be shipped in separate boxes and well packed for transit. I have considerable experience in packingstereo components and I have received numerous compliments for it in myfeedback ratings. Thanks for looking atmy auction. Feel free to ask any questionsyou have.