[Ron Ramirez]

For anyone interested...this has turned into the Marantz that refuses to stay fixed.

First, the left channel started making odd noises when the unit was first turned on that went away after it was on for a few minutes. No magic smoke releases, just a low rumbling through the left speaker that, as I said, went away after a few minutes.

Then...I turned it on a few days ago to find that FM was all but dead...very weak...as if it had no antenna connected (it did).

So...it is back on a shelf collecting dust again. It might remain there for the next five months. Maybe longer. Maybe I'll just cut my losses and sell it as-is to someone who wants to tackle a real tough dog project or use it for parts.