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What is stereo?




There are now two system of high fidelity, monophonic (monaural) and stereophonic. Monophonic is a system that starts from one microphone and is fed through a single high fidelity set. Stereophonic is a double system. Two separate microphones are placed at different sides of the orchestra and two different systems are used to keep the two signals or channels separated. Two separate speakers are used, placed on different sides of you room. Stereo is much like 3-D photography, two slightly different sound reach your ears giving you a new dimension in sound.




H.H. Scott '59





Quad CDP-2 CD player

The Quad 99 CD-P is a versatile CD player with several advanced features. The CD-P will play regular music CDs, music and standard CD-Rs (open or closed) and CD-RWs. Automatic upsampling increases the detail levels in your CD collection, and the ability to add three digital and three optical sources enables you to get the very best from your other digital media. An optical output is provided to connect the CD-P to other digital equipment.
The CD-P accepts three optical and three digital inputs. Minidisc and DAT players, or Digital Audio Broadcast tuners (DAB) will be significantly improved by connecting their digital outputs to the CD-P. The CD-P can accept incoming PCM digital signals to a maximum resolution of 24bit/96kHz.
CD Mechanism
The Quad CDP-2 mechanism was a major engineering project. Whereas most manufacturers use off-the-shelf transports, we wanted a unit which was particularly optimized to static CD players and employed a ‘lazy servo’ mechanism. In all off-the-shelf CD mechanisms – even those used by high-end manufacturers, there are a number of compromises built into the device which mean that they can be used for a number of applications. With a new Quad mechanism, it could be safely assumed that the CD player would be sat on a farily rigid structure and vibration, whilst possible would be limited.
This enabled us to develop a proprietary ‘lazy servo’ mechanism, which involves the way the transport deals with disc data loss. Where most transports, upon loosing a data stream, move the optic (laser) back a forward rapidly to recover the lost data – ours just sits there and waits for the disc to come around. This has a significant benefit in lowering the noise floor of the player. Some innovative timing techniques used, also result in an industry leading jitter measurement of just 8 pS. These technical innovations combined with its versatility of use (particularly the 6 digital inputs and adjustable level output) make the CDP-2 one of the finest CD players on the market today at any price.
Specifications:
Max.  Line Output Level (RCA):  2,4 V RMS
Max. Output Level (Quadlink):  5,3 V RMS (Balanced)
Frequency Response:  20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0 dB -0,5 dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion:  less than 0,002% (at 1 kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:   better than 110 dB at 24 bit (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
Better than 95 dB at 16 bit (20 Hz - 20 kHz} 
Crosstalk:  less than -100 dB (at 1 kHz)
Gain Error:  less than 0,5 dB (at -90 dB, f=500 Hz)
D/A Converter
Max. Resolution :  24 bit
Max. Samplig Frequency :  192 kHz
Upsampling:  x2
Digital Audio Inputs: 
3 x RCA Coax 75 Ω ,SPDIF
3 x optical Toslink, SPDIF
Digital Audio Output:  Optical Toslink SPDIF
Disc Compatibility:  CD-DA Conventional Audio CD, CD-R Recordable CD
Dimensions (W x H x D):  80 x 321 x 310 mm
Weight:  4,5 kg

Yamaha K-222 cassette deck

K-222 Features:
Double cassette deck
Full logic operation
High/normal speed one-touch-dubbing
Relay play
Dolby B/C NR
LED peak level meter
Music search
Rec return
Auto rec mute
Auto tape selector
Timer rec/play

The K-222 Natural Sound Double Cassette Deck joins the yamaha ranks with startling performance and increased versatility. It is truly two decks in one. Now you can enjoy extended playback, tape editing, and dubbing from one deck to another with virtually no loss of sound quality. A reliable dual-transport mechanism, Dolby noise reduction, Full Logic Operation and other advanced feastures  make the K-222 Double Cassette deck more exciting, more convenient, than ever. For double-cassette performance, the K-222 is an ideal choice.
Hard permalloy Rec/Play Head
At the heart of the K-222is a yamaha hardpermalloy rec/play head. Hard Permalloy, refined and improved by Yamaha audio engineers, possesses the magnetic characteristics, frequency response, and wear resistance suitable to today's tape. Formulations. The precision-machined and wound head ensures uncompromised performance and low distortion in both Record and Playback modes.
Full Logic Control
The K-222 Double cassette deck is an operational wonder, thanks in part to Full logic Control. A result of extensive electronics research, Full Logic Control is quick and precise; the perfect complement to a double-cassette format. A gentle touch of a button enters your command, and the K-22 responds instantly. Without the jostling and inconvenience of purey mechanical controls, the K-222 delivers the smooth performance expected of a Yamaha component.
Specifications:
Track Configuration:  4-track, 2 channel stereo
Motors:
2 x DC servo motor for Capstan
2 x DC motor for reel
Heads: 
2 x Phard Permalloy rec/playback
2 x Double gap ferrite erase
Wow And Flutter
No more than 0,08% (WRMS)
No more than ±0,15% ( W peak)
Fast Winding Time:  100 sec.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Dolby off ;  better than 58 dB
Dolby  B on :  better than 66 dB
Dolby C on :  better than 74 dB
Frequency Response (-20 dB)
Normal tape :  30 - 15,000 Hz ±3 dB
CrO₂ Tape ;  30 - 15,000 Hz ±3 dB
Metal Tape ;  30 - 16,000 Hz ±3 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: no more than 1%
Channel Separation:  better than 40 dB
Crosstalk:  better than 55 dB
Input Sensitivity/Impedance:
Line :  50 mV/50 k Ω
Output level:
Line :  360 mV/1,2 k Ω
Phones :  0,6 mV/8 k Ω
Dimensions (W x H x D):  435 x 112 x 273 mm (17-1/8" x 4-3/8" x 10-3/4")
Weight:  4,8 kg (10 lb 9 oz)

Yamaha K-142 cassette deck

K-142 Features:
Double cassette deck
Relay play
Permalloy R/P heads
Dolby B NR
LED peak level meter
Cue/review
Auto tape selector
Timer rec/play

Our most affordable double-cassette deck, the K-142 mainatins the high standard of reproduction quality demanded at yamaha. A shining example of versatility, styling, and intelligent design, the K-142 offers features found in our most expensive cassette decks - at an affordable price. A yamaha hard permalloy head, with its excellent frequency response, low distortion, and wear resistance, assures superb performance in both record and Playback modes. Dolby B Noise Reduction, an industry standard, eliminates unwanted tape hiss and extraneous noise, and ensures optimum performance with all tape types.
The K-142 is an amalgam of features designed for increased listening pleasure and convenience. In fact, it may be the most easy-to-use cassette deck available. Relay play automatically starts Deck B after Deck A has finished playback. One-Touch Dubbing makes tape copying from one deck to another easier than ever. Cue and Review permits fast, easy location of recorded segments on your tape. One-Touch recording starts with a gentle touch of the Rec button (Deck A). An Auto Tape Selector, Timer Rec/Play, and Independent R/R Record Level controls complete this fine component.
As a complement to your present stereo system, or as the heart of your audio system, the K-142 Natural Sound Double Cassette Deck is an ideal component.
Specifications:
Track Configuration:  4-track, 2 channel stereo
Motors:
2 x DC servo motor for Capstan
2 x DC motor for reel
Heads: 
2 x Permalloy rec/playback
2 x Double gap ferrite erase
Wow And Flutter
No more than 0,08% (WRMS)
No more than ±0,15% ( W peak)
Fast Winding Time:  110 sec.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Dolby off ;  better than 58 dB
Dolby  B on :  better than 66 dB
Frequency Response (-20 dB)
Normal tape :  30 - 15,000 Hz ±3 dB
CrO₂ Tape ;  30 - 15,000 Hz ±3 dB
Metal Tape ;  30 - 16,000 Hz ±3 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: no more than 1%
Channel Separation:  better than 40 dB
Crosstalk:  better than 55 dB
Input Sensitivity/Impedance:
Line :  50 mV/50 k Ω
Output level:
Line :  360 mV/1,2 k Ω
Phones :  0,1 mV/8 k Ω
Dimensions (W x H x D):  435 x 127 x 225 mm (17-1/8" x 5" x 8-7/8")
Weight:  4 kg (8 lb 13 oz)

Luxman L-113A amplifier

L-113A  Duo-Beta Circuit Integrated Amplifier
Amplifier with simple design and simple circuit configuration. Backed on Lux's Duo-Beta philosophy, the entire simplifying circuit from input to speaker is divided into only two blocks - phono equalizer and power amplifier. The result is outstanding waveform fidelity.
Specifications
Power Output:  40 W minimum continuous per channel both channels driven into 8 Ω with no more than 0,02% Total Harmonic Distortion
Rated I.M. :  no more than 0,02% (8 Ω, 40 W/ch, 60 Hz : 7 kHz = 4 : 1)
Frequency Response:  30 Hz - 20 kHz (±0,5 dB) Phono
Input Sensitivity/Impedance;
Phono :  2,2 mV/50 k Ω
Tuner :  130 mV/70 k Ω
Aux :  130 mV/70 k Ω
Monitor :  130 mV/70 k Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 
Phono :  better than 93 dB (IHF -A weighted, 10 mV)
Tuner :  better than 100 dB (IHF -A weighted)
Monitor :  better than 100 dB (IHF -A weighted)
Residual Noise:  no more than 0,5 mV
Tone Control
Bass :  +8 dB -10 dB at 70 Hz
Treble ;  +8 dB -10 dB at 14 kHz
Filter
High Cut :  7 kHz (-6 dB/oct)
Phono Subsonic :  30 Hz (-6 dB/oct)
Low Cut :  70 Hz (-6 dB/oct)
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 306 x 84 mm (17-1/4" x 12-1/16" x 3-11/32")
Weight (Net):  7,5 kg (16,5 lbs)

Luxman K-113 cassette deck

K-113A Stereo Cassette Deck
Quality cassette deck in the budget price bracked, with Metal tape capability. Features FL peak meter and soft-touch "Mecha-Logic" controlled operation.
Additional Features:  Soft-Touch Mechanism, FL peak level Indicator, Dolby NR, Headphone jack
Specifications
Heads:  2 heads
Rec/Pb :  1 x Hexalam head
Erase :  1 x doublegap ferrite head
Wow and Flutter :  no more than 0,06%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Metal (Dolby NR off/on) :  better than 57 dB / 62 dB
CrO₂  (Dolby NR off/on) :  better than 57 dB / 62 dB
LH Tape (Dolby NR off/on) :  better than 55 dB / 60 dB
Frequency Response:
Metal :  20 Hz - 19,000 Hz
CrO₂ :  20 Hz - 18,000 Hz
LH :  20 Hz - 16,000 Hz
Distortion:  no more than 0,7% (LH, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
Input Sensitivity:
Line :  80 mV
Mic ;  0,25 mV
Output Level :
Line :  500 mV
Headphone :  1 mW (8 Ω)
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 275 x 109 mm (17,5" x 11,0" x 4,4")
Weight (net):  4,2 kg (9,2 lbs)

Onkyo TX-200 receiver

Quartz Synthesized Tuner Amplifier with Automatic Precision Reception System
Specifications
Amplifier Section
Power Output:  38 watts per channel (min. RMS, at 8 Ω, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz, with no more than 0,08% T.H.D.)
Music Power Output (DIN):
2 x 80 watts at 4 Ω (1 kHz)
2 x 53 watts at 8 Ω (1 kHz)
Continuous Power Output (DIN):
2 x 50 watts at 4 Ω (1 kHz)
2 x 40 watts at 8 Ω 91 kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion:  0,08% at rated power ( 0,08% at 1 watt output)
IM Distortion:  0,08% at rated power ( 0,08% at 1 watt output)
Damping Factor:  35 at 8 Ω
Frequency Response :  20 - 30,000 Hz ±1 dB
RIAA deviation:  20 - 20,000 Hz ±0,8 dB
Sensitivity/Impedance:
Phono :  2,5 mV/50 k Ω
Tape Play :  150 mV/50 k Ω
Tape rec :  150 mV/3,5 k Ω
Phono Overload:  180 mV RMS at 1 kHz (0,08%T.H.D.)
Signal-to-Noise ratio:
Phono :  85 dB (at 10 mV input, A weighted);  75 dB (IHF)
Tape :  95 dB (A weighted);  80 dB (IHF)
Tone Controls
Bass :  ±8 dB at 100 Hz
Treble :  ±8 dB at 10 kHz
Loudness (volume at -30 dB):  +7 dB at 70 Hz;  +5 dB at 10 kHz
FM Tuner Section
Tuning Range:  87,5 - 108,0 MHz (50 kHz steps)
Usable Sensitivity:
Mono :  12,8 dBf (1,2 µV)
Stereo :  18,0 dBf (2,2 µV)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity:
Mono :  18,0 dBf (2,2 µV)
Stereo :  37,2 dBf 920 µV)
Capture Ratio:  1,5 dB
Image rejection ratio:  85 dB
IF Rejection ratio:  90 dB
Signal-to-Noise ratio:
Mono :  71 dB
Stereo :  66 dB
Selectivity:  50 dB DIN (±300 kHz, 40 kHz dev.)
AM Suppression Ratio:  50 dB
Harmonic Distortion:
Mono :  0,15%
Stereo :  0,3%
Frequency Response:  30 - 15,000 Hz ±1,5 dB
Stereo Separation:  40 dB at 1 kHz;  30 dB at 100 - 10,000 Hz
Muting level : 17,2 dBf (4,0 µV)
Stereo Threshold:  17,2 dBf (4,0 µV)
AM Tuner Section
Tuning Range:  522 - 1,611 kHz (9 kHz steps)
Usable Sensitivity:  30 µV
Image Rejection Ratio:  40 dB
IF Rejection Ratio:  30 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  40 dB
Harmonic Distortion:  0,8%
General
Semiconductors:  34 Transistors;  81 Diodes;  10 ICs;  6 FETs
Power Supply:  Ac 220 - 240 V 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D):  418 x 112 x 340 mm (16-1/2" x 4-1/2" x 13-3/8")
Weight:  7,1 kg 915,6 lbs)

Technics SA-250 receiver

Quartz Synthesizer FM/AM Stereo Receiver, features:
37 watts per channel at 8 ohms, 1 kHz
7 FM and 7 AM station presets
Auto-scan tuning
Signal processing display
Soft-touch switches and slide controls for convenient operation

Specifications:
Continuous Power  Output (both channels driven, 1 kHz):  2 x 37 W (at 8 Ω)
Total Harmonic Distortion (half power at 1 kHz, 8 Ω):  0,02%
Intermodulation Distortion (rated power, 60 Hz : 7 kHz = 4:1, SMPTE, 8 Ω) :  0,5%
Power bandwidth (both channel driven, -3 dB):  10 Hz - 40 kHz 98 Ω)
Damping Factor:  30 (8 Ω)
Input Sensitivity/Impedance
Phono :  2,5 mV/47 k Ω
Tuner, Tape, CD, Aux :  150 mV/18 k Ω
Phono Max. Input Voltage (1 kHz, RMS):  150 mV
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (rated power, 8 Ω, IHF A):
Phono :  70 dB
Tuner, Tape, CD, Aux :  88 dB
Frequency Response :
Phono :  30 Hz - 15 kHz,  ± 0,8 dB (RIAA standard curve)
Tuner, Tape, CD, Aux :  5 Hz - 70 kHz
Tone Controls
Bass :  ±10 dB at 50 Hz
Treble :  ±10 dB at 20 kHz
Loudness Control (volume at -30 dB):  50 Hz ±9 dB
Output Voltage
Tape/Ext (Rec Out):  150 mV
Channel Balance (250 Hz - 6,300 Hz) ±1 dB
Channel Separation:  55 dB
Headphones Output Level/Impedance:  420 mV/330 Ω
Load Impedance
Main or Remote :  8 Ω - 16 Ω
Main and Remote :  8 Ω - 16 Ω
FM Tuner Section
Frequency Range:  87,5 - 108 MHz
Sensitivity (S/N 20 dB):  1,5 µV (300 Ω);  0,9 µV (75 Ω)
Total Harmonic Distortion
Mono :  0,15%
Stereo : 0,3%
FM Signal-to-Noise  (IHF)
Mono  :  60 dB
Stereo :  58 dB
Frequency Response:  20 Hz - 15 kHz -1 dB, -2 dB
Alternate Channel Selectivity (±400 kHz):  65 dB
Capture Ratio:  1 dB
Image Rejection (98 MHz):  50 dB
IF Rejection (98 MHz):  75 dB
Spurious Response rejection (98 MHz):  62 dB
AM Suppression :  50 dB
Stereo Separation:
At 1 kHz :  40 dB
At 10 kHz :  30 dB
Carrier leak:
At 19 kHz :  -33 dB (-35 dB, IHF)
At 38 kHz :  50 dB (50 dB, IHF)
Channel balance (250 Hz - 6,300 Hz):  ±1,5 dB
Limiting Point:  1,2 µV
Bandwith
IF Amplifier :  180 kHz
FM Demodulator :  1000 kHz
Antenna Terminals:  300 Ω (balanced), 75 Ω (unbalanced)
AM Tuner Section
Frequency Range:  522 - 1611 kHz (9 kHz step)
Sensitivity (S/N 20 dB):  20 µV,  300 µV/m
Selectivity:  55 dB
Image Rejection (999 kHz):  40 dB
IF Rejection (999 kHz):  60 dB
Power Supply:  AC, 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:  180 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  430 x 97 x 243 mm (16-15/16" x 3-13/16" x 9-9/16")
Weight:  5 kg (11 lbs)

Technics SA-150L receiver


Quartz Synthesizer FM/MW/LW Stereo Receiver, features:
27 watts per channel at 8 ohms, 1 kHz
7 FM and 7 AM station presets
Signal processing display
Soft-touch switches and slide controls for convenient operation

Specifications:
Continuous Power  Output:  2 x 27 W (1 kHz, at 8 Ω)
Total Harmonic Distortion (half power):  0,07% (1 kHz, 8 Ω)
Power bandwidth (both channel driven, -3 dB):  10 Hz - 40 kHz (8 Ω)
Input Sensitivity/Impedance:
Phono : 2,5 mV/47 k Ω
Tape, Aux, CD :  150 mV/18 k Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF A):
Phono :  71 dB
Tape, Aux, CD :  95 dB
Tuner, Tape, CD, Aux :  95 dB
FM (Mono) :  77 dB
Frequency Response :
Phono :  30 Hz - 15 kHz, RIAA ±0,8 dB
Tape, CD, Aux :  5 Hz - 70 kHz (-3 dB)
FM :  20 Hz - 15 kHz (+1, -2 dB)
Tuner Frequency Bands:  FM/MW/LW
FM Sensitivity (s/n 26 dB) :  1,2 µV (75 Ω); 1,7 µV (300 Ω)
MW Sensitivity (s/n 20 dB) :  20 µV, 300 µV/m
LW Sensitivity (s/n 20 dB) :  45 µV
FM Aalternate Channel Selectivity :  65 dB (± 400 kHz)
FM Stereo Separation:  40 dB (1 kHz),  30 dB (10 kHz)
Antenna terminals:  75 Ω (unbalanced); 300 Ω (balanced)
AM Frequency Range
MW :  522 - 1620 kHz
LW :  155 - 353 khz
Power Supply:  AC, 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:  155 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  430 x 97 x 243 mm (16-15/16" x 3-13/16" x 9-9/16")
Weight:  4,8 kg (10,6 lbs)

Mark Levinson ML-9 power amp

The ML-9 is a basic stereophonic amplifier with many of the features of the higher-powered ML-3. the ML-9 is rated at 100 Watts continuous sinewave power per channel into 8 ohms, with both channels driven, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.2% Total Harmonic Distortion. It will drive even the most inefficient loudspeakers to their full potential. In fact, the ML-9 will easily satisfy the power requirements of all but the most unorthodox applications.
The design goal of the ML-9 was to provide the same overall performance of the Ml-3 in a component with about half the power, size and price.
Thus, the audio circuitry of both models is similar. Push-pull operation is maintained from input to output. Full protection is provided for both the amplifier and the load. The power supply of the ML-9 consists of a 1,2 kVA toroidal transformer and a pair of 36 milli-Farad capacitors, allowing for energy storage in excess of 230 Joules.
The damping factor can be adjusted by means of a three-position toggle switch on each channel to meet the requirements of virtually all presently available loudspeakers. The ML-9 has been designed to drive complex loads with complete stability.

Circuit description
The ML-9 is a high quality Class AB₂ stereophonic amplifier designed to provide virtually the same sonic performance as the ML-3 in a component of about half the power, weight, size and price.
Power Supply
Consists of a 1,2 kVA toroidal transformer, a 30A bridge rectifer, and two 36,000 µF capacitors. Four 520 µF capacitors are used for added decoupling of the pre-driver stage.
Pre-Driver Stage
Consists of a differential amplifier with a cascode which drives a second differential amplifier with a cascode and a current inverter. The inverter converts from balanced to ground (differential) to unbalanced to ground while maintaining push-pull operation.
Driver Stage
Consists of a complimentary emitter follower, driving a second complimentary emitter follower.
Output Stage
Consists of four parallel complimentary push-pull emitter followers
Protection
The on/off switch doubles as an electromagnetic circuit breaker to protect the amplifier from excessive current. The power stages are protected by an energy limiting circuit which monitors power dissipation versus time. Independent energy limiting for positive and negative information minimizes distortion while in the overload condition. This circuit offers excellent protection without effecting the sonic quality. The loudspeaker is protected by a D.C. sensing circuit that monitors the output of the amplifier. The D.C. sensing circuit is connected to the circuit breaker. Several other techniques have been employed to protect the ML-9 from external sources of damage.
Selectable damping Factor
Loudspeakers, like all electrical devices, are not perfect. We have determined that certain loudspeaker characteristics can be effected by varying the damping factor of the amplifier. For the reason the ML-9 is equipped with selectable damping capability.

Specifications
Rated Power:  100 watts continuous sine-wave power pre channel into 8 Ω with both channels driven from 20 Hz - 20 kHz with no more than ,2% T.H.D.
Frequency Response:  (-3 dB) 3 Hz, 44 kHz (ultra sonic filter is a modified bessel alignment)
Input Impedance:  50 k Ω
Voltage Gain:  26 dB
Power Consumption:  400 W at rated output into 8 Ω, 50 Hz - 400 Hz (100 W at idle)
Overall Dimensions (W x H x D):  482 x 216 x  339 mm (19" x  8-1/2" x 13-3/8")
Weight:  29,48 kg (65 lbs)
Connector Complement:  2 Camac coaxial connectors; 4 binding posts

Sharp RT 2500 cassette deck

Stereo Cassette Deck with Dolby Noise Reduction System

Every sound in the RT-2500 is shaped just the way you like it. The unique CrO₂/Normal tape selector switch utilizes all CrO₂/Normal tape charateristics. It brings out the best in high densitiy recording and assures unsurpassedS/N ratio.the newly developed 2-colored LED peak level indicator shows you exactly when the peak recording level is reached, and also indicates the proper recording level. So easy and so convenient. But that's not all. The built-in Dolby Noise Reduction system eliminates the last trace of undesirable hiss noise caused by magnetic substancies. And the Full Automatic Stop mechanism disengages the drive mechanism automatically when the tape reaches an end. A truly feature packed stereo cassette tape deck.
Specifications
Type: AC operated Solid-State, 4-track, 2-channel Stereo Cassette Tape Deck with built-in Dolby Noise Reduction System
Tape Speed:  1-7/8 ips
Track:  4-track2-channel stereo
Motor:  DC servo motor
Heads:  Long life ultra-hard permalloy haead for Rec/Play
Ferrite head for Erase
Input jack:
Microphone :  0,1 mV/600 Ω
Line :  50 mV/85 k Ω
Output jacK
Line :  410 mV/50 k Ω
Headphones :  90 mV/8 Ω
Bias System:  AC bias
Erase System:  AC erase
Bias Frequency:  84 kHz
Level Indication:  VU meter , LED 2-colored peak level indicator
Wow and Flutter:   0,13% WRMS
F.F. and Rewind Time:  75 sec for C-60 cassette
Frequency Response:
CrO₂ Tape :  45 - 14,000 Hz ±3 dB
Normal tape :  45 - 12,000 Hz ±3 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
58 dB (Dolby noise reduction "ON")
52 dB (Dolby noise reduction "OFF")
Distortion:  1,5% at 0 VU
Semiconductors:  4 ICS; 6 Transistors plus 16 Aux transistors; 35 Diodes, 1 LED, 1 SCR
Power Source:  AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption:  18 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  16-7/8" x 4-1/2" x 10-1/2"
Weight :  13 lbs

Pioneer SX-750 receiver

 Advanced, High Power AM/FM Stereo Receiver with Tonal Quality-Oriented Design Features.

For a practically-prieced integrated receiver, Pioneer's SX-750 delivers an astonishing amount of state-of-the-art. Perfection. Conventionally, receivers have been considered inferior in terms of performance to integrated amplifiers and independent tuners. But the SX-750 is bound to after this convention. Its pre-amplifier, power amplifier and tuner sections give first-rate performance specifications, the equal in many respects to separate components.
There is an abundance of power: continuous power output of 50 watts per channel min. RMS at 8 ohms, from 20 to 20,000 Hz with no more than 0,1% Total Harmonic Distortion. Other design features contribute to the unit's overall stability and sensitivity. The input/output terminals and circuits of the pre-amplifier/tuner sections are laid out on one large printed circuit board, a process that eliminates shielded input cords and enhances overall tonal quality. The front end uses a dual gate MOS type FET and a 4-gang variable capacvitor for its high sensitivity and selectivity. The IF section combines up-to-the-minute circuits and differential amplifier ICs for its high signal/noise ratio and low distortion.
The SX-750 by Pionner: innovative, attractive, value-packed - another model of efficiency in receiver design.
Specifications
Amplifier Section
Continuous Power Output (both channels driven, 20-20,000 Hz)
50 watts per channel at 8 ohms
60 watts per channel at 4 ohms
Total Harmonic Distortion (20-20,000 Hz, from Aux)
Continuous Rated Power Output :  No more than 0,1%
25 watts per channel power output (8 Ω ) :  no more than 0,05%
1 watt per channel power output (8 Ω ) :  no more than 0,05%
Intermodulation Distortion (50 Hz :7 kHz =4:1, from Aux)
Continuous Rated Power Output :  No more than 0,1%
25 watts per channel power output (8 Ω ) :  no more than 0,05%
1 watt per channel power output (8 Ω ) :  no more than 0,05%
Damping Factor (30 Hz - 20 kHz) :  30
Input Sensitivity/Impedance:
Phono :  2,5 mV/50 k Ω
MIC :  5 mV/50 k Ω
Aux :  150 mV/50 k Ω
Tape Play 1, 2 :  150 mV/50 k Ω
Phono Overload level (T.H.D. 0,1%):  200 mV (1 kHz)
Output Level/Impedance:
Tape rec 1, 2 :  150 mV
Tape Rec 2 (DIN) :  30 mV/80 k Ω
Speaker :  A, B, A+B
Headphones:  low impedance
Frequency Response
Phono (RIAA eq.) :  30 Hz - 15,000 Hz ±0,2 dB
Aux, Tape Play :  10 Hz - 50,000  Hz +0 -1 dB
Tone Control
Bass :  +8 dB, -7 dB at 100 Hz
Treble :  +9 dB, -7 dB at 10 kHz
Filter High :  6 kHz (6 dB/oct)
Loudness Contour (vol. Set at -40 dB ):  +6 dB at 100 Hz , +3 dB at 10 kHz
Hum and Noise (IHF, short circuit, A network, rated power)
Phono :  70 dB
Aux, Tape :  90 dB
FM Tuner Section
Usable Sensitivity
Mono :  10,7 dBf (1,9 µV)
Stereo :  19,0 dBf (9,8 µV)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity
Mono :  17,2 dBf (4,0 µV)
Stereo :  39,2 dBf (50 µV)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio at 65 dBf
Mono :  72 dB
Stereo :  67 dB
Distortion at 65 dBf MONO:
0,15% at 100 Hz
0,15% at 1 kHz
0,4% at 6 kHz
Distortion at 65 dBf STEREO:
0,3% at 100 Hz
0,3% at 1 kHz
0,4% at 6 kHz
Frequency Response:  30 Hz - 15,000 Hz +0,2 -2,0 dB
Capture ratio:  1,0 dB
Alternate Channel Selectivity:  80 dB
Spurious Response Ratio:  90 dB
Image Response ratio:  80 dB
IF Response Ratio:  100 dB
AM Suppression ratio:  55 dB
Muting Threshold:  14 dBf (2,8 µV)
Stereo Separation:  40 dB (1 kHz), 30 dB (30 Hz - 15 kHz)
Subcarrier product ratio:  62 dB
SCA Rejection ratio:  62 dB
Antenna Input:  300 Ω  (balanced), 75 Ω  (unbalanced)
AM Tuner Section
Sensitivity
300 µV/m IHF, Ferrite antenna
15 µV IHF, externa antenna
Selectivity:  35 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  50 dB
Image Rejection:  40 dB
IF Rejection:  65 dB
Antenna:  built-in Ferrite Loopstick antenna
Semiconductors:  42 Transistors; 40 Diodes; 7 ICs; 1 FET
Power Requirement:  120 V, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:  160W, 350 W (max)
Dimensions (W x H x D):  480 x 149 x 371 mm (18-7/8" x 5-7/8" x 14-5/8")
Weight (net):  13,7 kg (30 lb 2 oz)

Technics SB-F3 speakers

SB-F3 
2-way speaker system
90 watt music power handling capacity.
16 cm woofer unit with high energy magnet structure
Horn tweeter with 19 mm diaphragm and 3-piece horn construction
Specially designed crossover network for linear phase response

Input Power:  90 W (music); 60 W (DIN)
Impedance:  8 ohm
Output Level:  89 dB/W/1m
Frequency Range:  45 Hz - 20 kHz (-16 dbB)
Crossover Frequency:  3,000 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D):  179 x 321 x 191 mm
Weight:  5 kg