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





Audio Research D-110


The D-110 is a linear 2-channel power amplifier of extremely high quality construction designed for the reproduction of speech and music. It represents "second Generation" advancement of Audio Research's analog module technology.
With the D-350 and D-100A technology to draw from, the D-110 was conceived to embody those parts of each design that could be brought together to provide an amplifier having the very highest possible performance level within its power capability.

Assuming a basically linear and stable amplifier design with adequate "slewing rate" to allow possible audio waveforms to be reproduced with low distortion, there are still two most important factors that must be dealt with if it is to be capable of driving loudspeaker loads "fast and clean". One is the "stiffness" or "muscle" of the output-driver stage; the other, a stable high capacity power  supply, capable of providing the instentaneous current demands of the circuit. By utilizing the D-350 power supply, with its 300 joule energy storage, and the D-100A output stage rebiased to a much higher "idle" current (the 3 built-in, superquiet fans keep the ambient temperature to a very reasonable level), an amplifier has been created that provides a new level of music reproduction. To obtain the performance this amplifier is capable of, it is recommended that only commensurate quality preamplifier-control units (such as the SP-3B, SP-5, SP-6) be used with it. Also, only high quality turntables with stable arms and cartridges should be used.

Features:
All solid state featuring Audio Research's analog module technology and unique linear output circuitry.
Power-line monitor meter with operating ranges identified.
Output power monitor meters - peak "averaging" circuitry to monitor safe operating (sine wave power calibration 100 watts/8 ohms top of green arc).
Built-in speaker line fuse holders - user can assure absolute speaker protection.
Front panel power supply fuses for easy acces
Super-quiet built-in fans to assure reliable operation
Front and rear panels are 2-color anodized aluminum for permanent finish and lettering
Industrial grade components and construction for long service life. Rated for continuous commercial service.

Specifications
Power Output:  100 watts per channel minimum RMS (both channels operating) at 8 ohms from 1 Hz to 20 kHz with less than ,25% T.H.D.
Intermodulation Distortion:  less than 0,05% at rated output (80 Vp-p) and load (SMPTE method)
Total Harmonic Distortion and Intermodulation Distortion both decrease with decreasing output (typically less than 0,02% at 1 watt per channel RMS)
Power increases to maximum at 4 ohms
Input Sensitivty:  1,5 volts RMS for rated power and load
Input Impedance:  30 k Ω (nominal)
Damping Factor:  more than 200 at rated power and load (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
Noise:  wide band, unweighted, more than 100 dB below 100 watts at 8 Ω - power line components (hum) 90 dB below 100 watts at 8 Ω
Power Requirements:  105 - 125 / 210 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:  600 watts maximum
Dimensions (W x H x D):  480 x 265 x 436 mm (19" x 10-1/2' x 17-1/4")
Handles Extend:  41 mm (1-5/8 ") forward of the front panel
Weight:  42 kg (92 lbs) Net 

Denon GT-800

 Direct Drive Stereo Disc Player  Denon GT-300 Turntable Full Automatic

Specifications
Type:  Two speeds record player
Turntable Drive System:  Direct drive
Turntable Speed:  33-1/3 and 45 rpm
Motor:  Brushless DC servo motor
Turntable Platter:  Aluminum diecast alloy
Platter Diameter:  310 mm (12,2")
Wow and Flutter;  0,035% WRMS or less
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  50 dB or more (DIN A curve)
Pick Up Arm:  Static balanced, S-shape type pipe arm with direct read out stylus pressure system
Effective Arm Length:  215 mm (8,464")
Usable Cartridge
Weight:  4,5 to 10,5 g
Subfunctions:  Oil damping pick up arm lifter; Large size shock insulator; Full auto mechanism
Power
Requirement:  110-120, 220 - 240 V;  50/60 Hz
Consumption:  5 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  436 x 370 x 145 mm (17-3/16" x 14-9/16" x 6-23/32")
Weight:  6,1 kg (13,45 lbs)

McIntosh MA 9000


The MA9000 Integrated Amplifier can help you achieve audio perfection. Offering 300 Watts per channel, it is ur largest integrated.
Features our new McIntosh Monogrammed Heatsinks™ that are so efficient at dissipating heat that they warrant bearing the McIntosh “Mc” logo.
All digital inputs are housed in our new DA1 Digital Audio Module which can be easily replaced by future modules to keep your MA9000 up to date as new digital audio formats and technologies are developed.
Supports high resolution digital music up to DSD256 and DXD 384kHz via a Quad Balanced 8-channel, 32-bit/192kHz DAC.
All unbalanced analog connectors are made from premium gold-plated solid brass for superior signal handling and grounding.
The MA9000 is full of McIntosh technological staples including Autoformers, Power Guard®, Sentry Monitor™, Home Theater PassThru, High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®),
Power Control and Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts.


Other McIntosh features included in the MA9000 are: 
   - Power Guard® that monitors and adjusts the sound wave at the speed of light to prevent harsh sounding distortion and clipping that could damage your speakers
  -  Sentry Monitor™ is our fuse-less short-circuit protection circuit that disengages the output stage before current exceeds safe operating levels and then resets automatically when operating conditions return to normal
  -  Home Theater PassThru that allows for seamless integration into a home theater system
 -   High Drive headphone amplifier with Headphone Crossfeed Director (HXD®) which can bring an added dimension to headphone listening
   - A discrete, eight-band tone control that allows for advanced manual analog adjustment of your favorite recordings
   - Power Control to send power on/off signals to connected McIntosh components for easy system power up and shutdown
   - Our patented Solid Cinch™ speaker binding posts that easily but securely attach the speaker cables to prevent them from coming loose and possibly causing a short; the binding posts are also gold-plated to prevent corrosion and ensure a quality signal is sent over your speaker cables to your speakers


The entire unit is wrapped in the classic McIntosh aesthetic with blue watt meters, a black glass front panel, control knobs, illuminated logo, aluminum end caps with built-in handles and a beautiful polished stainless steel chassis.


Specifications
Power Output per Channel: 300 Watts
Number of Channels:  2
Speaker Impedance:  2,  4, or 8 Ω
Rated Power Band:  20 Hz to 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion:  0.005%
Dynamic Headroom:  1.8 dB
Frequency Response:   20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0, -0.5 dB)
Frequency Response:  10 Hz to 100 kHz (+0, -3dB)
Sensitivity Phono (Moving Coil):  0.30 mV
Sensitivity Phono (Moving Magnet):  3.0 mV
Sensitivity High Level [Balanced / Unbalanced]:  0.6 V/0.3 V
Sensitivity (Power Amp):  1.7 V
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Coil):  82 dB
Signal To Noise Ratio (Moving Magnet):  84 dB
Signal To Noise Ratio (High Level):  98 dB
Signal To Noise Ratio (Power Amp):  114 dB
Input Impedance [Balanced / Unbalanced]:  10 K/22 K
Damping Factor:  better than 40
Maximum Output [Balanced / Unbalanced]:  8 V Unbalanced; 16 V Balanced
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Type:  8-channel, 32-bit/192 kHz PCM/DSD, Quad Balanced
Digital Coaxial Input Sample Rate:  24-bit/44.1 kHz to 192 kHz
Digital Optical Input Sample Rate:  24-bit/44.1 kHz to 192 kHz
Digital MCT (DIN) Input Sample Rate:  16-bit/44.1 kHz (CD); DSD64 (SACD)
Digital USB Input Sample Rate:  32-bit/44.1 kHz to 384 kHz (PCM); DSD 64, DSD 128, DSD 256, DXD 352.8 kHz, DXD 384 kHz
Tone Controls:  8-Band
Tone Bypass and Input Assign:  Yes
RS232 Control Input: Yes
Power Control Output:  1 Main, 2 Trigger
Power Requirement:  120V, 50/60Hz, 6.6A
Standby Power Requirement:  less than 0.25 Watts
Dimensions (W x H x D):  17-1/2” x  9-7/16” x 22” (445 x 240 x 559 mm)  including knobs, connectors and cables
Weight:  101 lbs (45.8kg)
Shipping Weight:  134 lbs (60.8 kg)

Luxman T-117

Luxman T-117AM/FM Stereo Tuner
Luxman tuners offer Computer-Analyzed Tuning which continuously samples the incoming FM signal. The audio Output is automatically switched to "high-blend" when the level is too low for noise-free stereo. In this way, audio quality is improved for most receivable.
Utilizes twin FM detectors for unequaled performance. A calibration button improves the quality of recording from FM broadcasts.


Specifications:
FM Tuner
Intermediate Frequency:  10,7 MHz
Frequency Range: 
JA model only:  76,1 - 89,9 MHz
Other :  87,5 - 108 MHz
Usable Sensitivity (Mono 3% T.H.D.):  16 dBf (12 dBf JA, EK, UZ model)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Stereo :  70 dB
Image Response Ratio:  70 dB
IF Response Ratio:  90 dB
Distortion (1 kHz, stereo):  0,2%
Stereo Separation (1 kHz):  40 dB
Frequency Response (30 Hz - 15 kHz):  ± 1,5 dB
Quieting Sensitivity (50 dB S/N, stereo):  45 dBf
Output level (Mono):  700 mV ±3 dB
AM (MW) Tuner
Intermediate Frequency:  450 kHz
Frequency Range: 
JA model only:  522 - 1611 kHz
Other :  530 - 1620 kHz
Usable Sensitivity (20 dB, S/N):  76,2 dBf
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  42 dB
Image Response Ratio:  30 dB
IF Response Ratio:  40 dB
Distortion:  1%
Frequency Response (120 Hz - 2 kHz):  ± 3 dB
Output Level:  210 mV, ±3 dB
LW Tuner ( for SD model only)
Intermediate Frequency:  450 kHz
Frequency Range:  153 - 281 kHz
Usable Sensitivity (20 dB, S/N):  89,2 dBf
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  42 dB
Image Response Ratio:  25 dB
IF Response Ratio:  27 dB
Distortion:  1%
Output Level:  210 mV, ±3 dB
TV Tuner ( JA model only)
Intermediate Frequency:  54,25 MHz
Channel Range:  1 - 62 ch
Usable Sensitivity (30 dB, S/N):  20 dBf, 2ch
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 
2 Channel Mono :  48 dB
Stereo :  45 dB
Main :  48 dB
Sub :  48 dB
32 channel Mono :  40 dB
Stereo :  40 dB
Main :  40 dB
Sub :  40 dB
Channel Separation (1 kHz):
Stereo :  25 dB
Main-Sub :  40 dB
Sub-Main :  45 dB
Distortion ( 2 ch. 1 kHz Stero):  1,8%
Frequency Response (50 Hz - 10 kHz):  +1, -3 dB
Output Level:  700 mV, ±3 dB
General Section
Semiconductors:
JA Model :  24 IC's; 59 Transistors; 8 FET's; 73 Diodes; 10 Zener Diodes
SD Model :  21 IC's; 57 Transistors; 6 FET's; 62 Diodes; 10 Zener Diodes
EX Model :  21 IC's; 49 Transistors; 3 FET's; 59 Diodes; 10 Zener Diodes
UZ Model :  21 IC's; 50 Transistors; 6 FET's; 61 Diodes; 10 Zener Diodes
Power Supply:
JA Model Only :  100 V 50/60 Hz
SD, EX Model :  220 V 50 Hz
UZ Model Only :  120 V 60 Hz
Power Consumption:  15 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  453 x 62 x 323 mm
Weight:  3,6 kg

Luxman T-111

 Luxman T-111 AM/FM Stereo Tuner
Luxman tuners offer Computer-Analyzed Tuning which continuously samples the incoming FM signal. The audio Output is automatically switched to "high-blend" when the level is too low for noise-free stereo. In this way, audio quality is improved for most receivable.
As the T-177, employs computer analyzed tuning, and with an external timer both units allow automatic selection of up to 5 stations and /or programs to be sequentially recorded.
Specifications
 AM Frequency Range:  530 - 1620 kHz
FM Frequency Range: 87,5 - 108 MHz
FM Usable Sensitivity (IHF)
Mono :  10,8 dBf
FM Sensitivity 50 dB Quieting
Mono :  19,0 dBf
Stereo :  38,0 dBf
FM Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF A):
Mono :  75 dB
Stereo :  70 dB
FM Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz)
Mono :  0,15%
Stereo :  0,20%
FM Stereo Separation:  50 dB
Power Supply: 110 - 120, 220 - 240 V 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D):  17-1/4" x 2-3/8" x 8-5/8"
Weight:  5,1 lbs


Luxman R-114


The R-114 is Luxman's newest receiver. This model offers Luxman performance, with all of the circuit designs found in the R-115. The R-114 is ideal when used in systems where a limited amount of power is needed and remote control is desired. For the future, Main-in, Pre-outs are also included to allow the addition of larger power amplifiers if needed. Multi-room remote control, record out selectors and tape dubbing are available for improved system flexibility. Includes remote control
  
Specifications
Rated Continuous Power Output:  50 W per channel (20-20,000 Hz, 8 Ω at rated T.H.D.)
Dynamic Power Output:  100 W at 4 Ω; 130 W at 2 Ω
Peak Short-Circuit Current:  20 A (400 Hz toneburst, 5% duty cycle)
Total Harmonic Distortion:  0,05% 920-20,000 Hz, 8 Ω Full Power)
Intermodulation Distortion:  0,01% (60 Hz : 7 kHz = 4:1, 8 Ω, Full Power)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Phono :  78 dB (re 5mV)
CD, Tape, Video :  95 dB (re 0,5V)
Frequency Response:
Phono (RIAA) :  20 Hz - 20,000 Hz ±0,5 dB
CD, Tape, AV, AUX :  5 Hz - 160,000 Hz (at -3 dB)
FM Usable Sensitivity (IHF)
Mono :  10,8 dBf
FM Sensitivity 50 dB Quieting
Mono :  14,0 dBf
Stereo :  38,0 dBf
FM Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF A):
Mono :  80 dB
Stereo :  74 dB
FM Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz)
Mono :  0,15%
Stereo :  0,20%
FM Stereo Separation:  47 dB
Power Supply: 110 - 120, 220 - 240 V 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D):  17-1/4" x 4-3/4" x 14-3/4"
Weight: 17,2 lbs

Kenwood KR-2600 Receiver

 Kenwood KR 2600 FM/AM Stereo receiver

A Pace-Setting and Superbly Crafted Receiver Achievement by kenwood Engineers.
Kenwood is pround to announce this new high fidelity receiver, latest product of the unique Kenwood combination of traditional quality and advanced engineering expertise. Kenwood engineers are specialists. Their sole concern is to make the highest quality of audio available to the greatest number of people. Always among the industry leaders, they have a number of impressive firsts to their credit. The KR-2600 benefits from their special know-how. Take a long, good look at the specifiaction figures. See the sleek and attractive design. Spin the flywheel tuning knob. Flick the switches. Everything shouts  High Quality.

Specifications
FM Tuner Section
Frequency Range:  88 MHz - 108 MHz
Usable Sensitivity (IHF):  2,5 µV
Quieting Slope: 
Mono :  4,5 µV (50 dB)
Stereo :  55 µV (50 dB)
Frequency Response:  20 Hz to 15,000 Hz +0 dB, -2 dB
Harmonic Distortion:
Mono :  0,3% (at 400 Hz, 100% modulation)
Stereo :  0,5% (at 400 Hz, 100% modulation)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Mono :  70 dB at 1 mV input
Stereo :  64 dB
Image Rejection:   50 dB
Selectivity (IHF ALT channel):  50 dB DIN  ±300 kHz, 32 dB
IF Rejection:  85 dB
Spurious Signal Rejection:  75 dB
AM Suppression:  45 dB
Capture Ratio:  2,5 dB
Stereo Separation:  33 dB at 1 kHz ;  25 dB at 10 kHz
Sub Carrier Suppression:  40 dB
Antenna Impedance:  300 Ω balanced; 75 Ω unbalanced
AM Tuner Section
Usable Sensitivity (IHF):  25 µV
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  48 dB at 1 mV input
Image Rjection:  45 dB
Selectivity (IHF):  25 dB
IF rejection:  33 dB
Antenna:  Buily-in ferrite bar antenna . External antenna terminal
Power Amplifier Section
RMS Power Output
Both Channel Driven:
15 watts x 2 into 8 Ω at 20 Hz to 20 kHz
18 watts x 2 into 8 Ω at 1 kHz
18 watts x 2 into 4 ohms at 1 kHz (DIN)
Each Channel Driven:
22 watts x 2 into 8 Ω at 1 kHz
28 watts x 2 into 4 Ω at 1 kHz
Dynamic Power Output:
52 watts into 8 Ω
58 watts into 4 Ω
Total Harmonic Distortion: 
0,8% at rated power into 8 Ω
0,1% at 1/2 rated power into 8 Ω at 1 kHz
Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz :7 kHz = 4:1): 
0,8% at rated power into 8 Ω
0,2% at 1/2 rated power into 8 Ω
Power Bandwidth:  10 Hz to 70,000 Hz
Damping Factor:  30 at 8 Ω
Speaker Impednce:  accept 4 Ω to 16 Ω
Preamplifier Section
Input Sensitivity /Impedance:
Phono :  2,5 mV/50 k Ω
Aux :  150 mV/45 k Ω
Tape Play :  150 mV/45 k Ω
Maximum Input Voltage (RMS)
Phono :  140 mV (T.H.D. 0,8% at 1 kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF A Curve):
Phono :  70 dB
Aux :  90 dB
Tape Play :  90 dB
Output Voltage/Impedance
Tape Rec (Pin) :  150 mV/ 100 Ω
Tape rec (DIN) :  30 mV/80 k Ω
Frequency response
Phono :  RIAA Standard curve ±0,8 dB
Aux, Tape Play :  20 Hz to 50,000 Hz ±1,5 dB
Tone Controls
Bass :  ±8 dB at 100 Hz
Treble :  ±8 dB at 10 kHz
Loudness Control (-30 dB) :  ±8 dB at 100 Hz; ±5 dB at 10 kHz
High Filter :  -10 dB at 10,000 Hz
General
Switches:
Speaker Selector :  A, B,  A + B
Input Selector:  AM - FM - PHONO - AUX
Mode :  Mono - Stereo
Function :  Hi Filter
Tape Monitor :  Play - Source
Others:  Loudness, Phone jack
AC Outlets:  Switched 1
Power
Supply :  110 - 120 - 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Consumption:  125 watts at full power; 15 watts at no signal
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 135 x 300 mm (17-1/4" x 5-5/16" x 11-13/16")
Weight:  6,5 kg (14,3 lbs)


Marantz 2100 Tuner


Some of the technical features of the Model 2100
DUAL GATE MOSFET FRONT END
One very important area of any tuner is its "front end". This is the first section of the tuner through which the radio frequency signals are amplified. The design of the front end greatly influences the sensitivity, noise, and selectivity characteristics of the tuner. Most tuners being built today use MOSFETS (Metal Oxide Semi-conducting Field Effect Transistors). MOSFETS are used for three basic reasons:
(1) IMPROVED LINEARITY
MOSFETS have the ability to amplify over a wide dynamic range of signal levels while maintaining the correct linear relationships between input and output. This gives them a higher overload capability.
(2) LOWER INHERENT NOISE
These devices contribute to a better quieting slope (see next section).
(3) HIGH INPUT IMPEDANCE
MOSFETS have very high input impedances, which reduce loading effects on tuned circuits and result in better tuner selectivity.

QUIETING SLOPE
The quieting slope specification measures a tuner's ability to provide good signal-to-noise performance under actual operating conditions. It is a far more reliable indication of performance quality than the IMF (Institute of High Fidelity) sensitivity figure often quoted as the prime specification to consider when evaluating an FM tuner.
The IHF figure gives only the number of microvolts necessary for minimum quality reception: A signal with 3% distortion and noise (30 dB quieting) hardly qualifies as high fidelity.
A signal-to-noise ratio in excess of 50 dB (the revised 1975 IHF specification) is generally recognized to be necessary for high quality listening. It is most important then, to examine a tuner's ability to quiet quickly beyond the 30 dB quieting point.
Quieting slope sensitivity figures measure the signal-to-noise ratio in the crucial five-to-500 microvolt range, where the majority of usable broadcast signals fall. The steeper the slope, the quieter, and therefore the more listenable, the station.

LINEAR PHASE IF SECTION
The performance of the FM tuner is also influenced to a great extent by the performance of its Intermediate Frequency (IF) amplifier. The ideal IF amplifier should accept the desired band of frequencies with minimum phase distortion, while rejecting all undesired signals.
The IF amplifier used in the Model 2100 includes an integrated circuit designed expressly for FM reception, and three dual-element ceramic filters.
Use of this 1C provides excellent capture ratio and AM suppression. The ceramic filters are ideal in that the 200 kHz passband is phase linear with sharp cutoff slopes. This eliminates a major source of high frequency distortion and loss of stereo separation. The sharp cutoff slopes improve the tuner's rejection and selectivity characteristics, permitting a clear reception even when stations are closely spaced.

PARAMETRIC MUTING CIRCUIT
FM tuning is made completely noise-free by a special parametric-type muting circuit. The circuit responds to two characteristics of the FM signal: RF signal strength and DC offset at the ratio detector, thus assuring positive muting of the audio signal even under the most adverse conditions.

PHASE LOCKED LOOP FM STEREO DEMODULATOR
The Phase Locked Loop (PLL) design was developed originally to provide a state-of-the-art. communication system for the space industry. Today the same technology is used in the Model 2100 to assure low distortion, excellent stereo separation, and superior noise rejection.
PLL circuitry positively locks to the stereo pilot signal broadcast by an FM station. This precise "phase lock" is absolutely necessary for high performance in the stereo demodulation process: It enables the multiplex demodulator to separate the stereo channel information from the FM multiplex signal with more accuracy and less distortion than multiplex demodulators using other designs.
In addition, PLL is dependent on pilot phase rather than pilot amplitude, making it less susceptible to false triggering from various types of noise interference.

Specifications
FM Tuner Section:
Sensitivity IHF Usable:  10.3 dBf (1.8 µV)
Sensitivity IHF 50 dB Quieting :
Mono : 13.2 dBf (2.5 µV)
Stereo :  37.3 dBf (40 µV)
Quieting Slope (Mono)
RF Input for 30 dB Quieting  9.3 dBf (1.6 µV)
Quieting at:
20 dBf ( 5.5 µV) :  58 dB
25 dBf ( 10 µV) :  62 dB
40 dBf ( 55 µV) :  70 dB
65 dBf (1000 µV) :  74 dB
Quieting Slope (Stereo)
Quieting at:
30 dBf ( 17 µV) :  42 dB
40 dBf ( 55 µV) :  53 dB
50 dBf ( 173 µV) :  58 dB
65 dBf (1000 µV) :  65 dB
Distortion (Mono) at 65 dBf (1000 µV)
100 Hz :  0.25%
1000 Hz :  0.15%
6000 Hz :  0.3%
Distortion (Stereo) at 65 dBf (1000 µV)
100 Hz :  0.35%
1000 Hz :  0.3%
6000 Hz :  0.5%
Distortion (Mono and Stereo) at 50 dB Quieting, 1000 Hz :  0.6%
Hum and Noise at 65 dBf (1000 µV)
Mono :  72 dB
Frequency Response 30 Hz to 15kHz :
Mono :  +0.2 dB, -1.5 dB
Stereo :   +0.2 dB, -1.5dB
Capture Ratio
at 45 dBf (100 µV) :  1.5dB
at 65 dBf (1000 µV) :  1.0 dB
Alternate Channel Selectivity:  70 dB
Spurious Response Rejection:  90 dB
Image Response Rejection:  60 dB
I.F. Rejection (Balanced):  80 dB
A.M. Suppression:  50 dB
Stereo Separation
100 Hz :  40 dB
1000 Hz :  45 dB
10kHz :  40 dB
Subcarrier Rejection:  60 dB
AM Tuner Section:
IH F Usable Sensitivity :  15 µV
Distortion (THD), 30% Modulation:  0.5%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  50 dB
Alternate Channel Selectivity:  46 dB
Image Rejection:  45 dB
Spurious Response Rejection:  60 dB
I.F. Rejection:  40 dB
General:
Power Requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption 23 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  416 x 146 x 239 mm  (16-3/8" x 5-3/4" x 9-3/8")
Weight:
Unit alone :  6 kg (13.2 Ibs)
Packed for Shipment :  7 kg (15.4 Ibs)

Denon DP-1200 turntable

 Model DP-1200 has combined an automatic arm lift for easy operation with the high performance Denon servo controlled direct drive record player. The automatic arm lift is accomplished by a non-contact type record end sensor, without affecting the motor torque or tonearm motion.
Model DP-1200 is a unique record player system featuring other facilities such as tonearm height adjustment or standby switch for cueing start.
The electronics circuit is simplified by use of servo IC or speed selector and start/stop by switches of machanical holding type without employing semiconductor memory circuit.
 Model DP-1200 direct-drive record player, with the Denon servo control system by detecting speed with magnetic pulses, is provided with automatic arm lift  for the easy of operation without deteriorating its performance. Although it is provided with the automatic arm lift, the power of the phono motor is not utilized for lifting the tonearm. Model DP-1200  is a high performance record player with the unique Denon technology  realized on such parts as the non-contact type recordend senser, the adjustable tonearm high, the stand-by switch for starting after a cueing , and howling prevention.

Specifications
Phono Motor Section
Drive System:  Direct-drive by AC servo motor
Speed Control"  Frequency detection servo system
Speed:  33-1/3 and 45 rpm
Speed Adjustable Range:  Over ±3%
Wow and Flutter:  less than 0,01% WRMS
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  over 75 dB (DIN-B)
Starting Time: less than 1,5 sec. (33-1/3 rpm)
Turntable:  Aluminum alloy diecast,
Weight/ddiameter:  1,5 kg / 300 mm
Moment of Inertia:  of 190 kg*cm² Iincluding turntable mat)
Tonearm Section
Type:  Static balance type, automatic arm lift
Effective Length:  244 mm
Overhang:  14 mm
Tracking Error:  less than 2,5°
Acceptable Weight of Cartridge:  5 - 11 g
Stylus Force Range:  0 - 2,5 g
Weight Adjustment Range:  39 - 43 mm
Cueing:  Oil damped system
General
Power Supply:  Ac 120/200/220/240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:  17 W
Dimensions whd 485 x 163 x 396 mm
Weight:  11 kg

Advent Model 201 Cassette Recorder


The Advent model 201 Tape deck is, to our way of thinking, the ideal source for playing music in the home. It combines the important characteristics of a high-performance open-reel tape recorder  with the convenience of cassettes. The Advent Model 201 will make recordings that are indistinguishable from most source material, including the best stereo records and FM broadcasts.
Of equal importance, the Model 201 realizes the full potential of the new "Dolbyized" commercially recorded cassettes, the most significant source of recorded music since the introduction of the stereo disc.  The best of the "Dolbyized" pre-recorded cassettes are easily the equivalent of the best disc recordings, and the number of releases will be continually in creasing.

The Model 201 has the ruggedness and day-to-day operating dependability of the best home recorders, and will maintain its original performance over long and constant use.

Intro
The Advent Model 201 is a high performance cassette tape deck incorporating many recent advances in home entertainment electronics. The most significant of these is the Dolby System, a patented electronic circuit that greatly reduces the amount of noise added by the tape during the recording process. In addition the Model 201 incorporates the circuitry to take full advantage of the new DuPont-developed chromium dioxide tape sold by Advant under the ADVOCATE Crolyn label.
The Model 210 incorporates more than the usual number of user-accessible adjustments to permit the serious recordist to achieve the recording quality that, just a short time ago, was thought possible only with the best and most expensive open reel recorders.

Specifications
The Model 201 is the synthesis of the various elements required for high fidelity cassette performance; a heavy duty transport mechanism with stable mechanical characteristics; low-distortion, low-noise electronics; a high performance head; the proper use of Crolyn tape, and the Dolby System. A separate low noise microphone preamplifier is available as an accessory for those interested in professional quality live recording.
The transport uses a high-torque AC motor coupled through an intermediate rubber idler to an oversized, balanced capstan flywheel. In addition to low wow and flutter, the transport provides very fast wind speeds and an extremely accurate tape counter for easy indexing of recorded material. At the end of cassette, the pinch roller and heads are automatically disengaged.
The electronics, completely designed and manufactured by Advent, adapt many of the features found previously only in expensive reel to reel tape decks to cassette circuitry. The dynamic range and Signal-to-Noise ratio in all electronic stages exceed by a significant margin those of any known tape so that the electronics in no way limit performance. In fact, the ultimate performance, like that of the very good open reel recorders, is limited by the tape itself.

Speed:  1,875 ips
Wow and Flutter:  less than 0,15% DIN weighted
High Speed Wind Times:  45 seconds for a C-60
End of Tape Shut Off:  Fully automatic. Disengages pinch roller and heads from the cassette
Input Sensitivity/Impedance:  35 mV (0 VU)/ 50 k Ω (nominally)
Input Impedance varies with setting of Input and record Level controls from 25 k Ω to 100 k Ω
Output Level:  580 mV (at maximum, from 0 VU tape level)
Minimum Recommended Load Impedance:  2 k Ω
Distortion (tape dependent):  less than 0,1% ( up to and beyond tape saturaation)
Frequency Response: 
With Crolyn Tape :  35 - 15,000 Hz ±2 dB
With Regular Tape :  35 - 14,000 Hz ±2 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (referenced to 0 VU, Dolby system off):
With Crolyn Tape :  better than 54 dB
With Regular Tape :  48 dB
Noise reduction (with Dolby system On):
10 dB at 4,000 Hz and above
9 dB at 2,400 Hz
6 dB at 1,200 Hz
3 dB at 600 Hz
Bias Frequency:  110 kHz
Power Requirements:  120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption:  25 watts

Yamaha NS-10M


Whether to select a large or a small speaker should not depend so much on size, but rather on whether the small speaker has accurate sound characteristics and sound quality equal to larger speakers.
The new yamaha NS-10M is one small speaker that can deliver great sounds with the best of the bigger speakers - and as such it has dramatically changed the audio world's thinking about small speaker performance.
The sound: all Yamaha. Clear, smooth treble. Solid bass. Luxurious mid-range. So even though this is our smallest speaker, you get sound quality comparable to large floor type speakers and even studio monitors like our outstanding NS-1000Ms. Impressive. To accomplish this, we built some equally impressive features into the NS-10M - precision soft dome tweeter, left-right symmetrical design, all-wood finish, an efficient 90 dB sealed system.

For all its great sound, the NS-10M measures just 382x215x199 mm (15"x8-1/2"x7-7/8"), making it the perfect speaker for areas where you have to compromise on space but refuse to compromise on sound.
Yamaha NS-10M is the audio world's greatest small accomplishment.

Soft dome tweeter for caressing high
One important reason for the NS-10M's big-speaker sound is the use of a 1-3/8" diameter precision soft dome type tweeter. This offers several advantages. First, the dome shape of the diaphragm maximizes the tweeter's dispersion characteristics. Second, the precise softness of the dome absorbs harmful resonance from the diaphragm to produce a natural tone qiality with negligible distortion.
 The diaphragm is uniformly coated with a resilient heat-hardened resin by a special process to obtain the ideal combination of softness and durability. In addition, the accordian-pleated tangential edges are formed as a part of the diaphragm to prevent volume changes due to adhesives.
For a 2-way speaker, the NS-10M features low distortion throughout its entire wide range, together with high sound accuracy and impressive volume, thanks  to the superior performance of this remrkable soft dome tweeter.

Light, White Cone
The lighter the cone, the better its ability to move in response to delicate signals and thus capture the subtle nuances of every sound. This is particularly  true when a sensitive tonearm And cartridge  is being used.
Here, too, the NS-10M excels. Because the NS-10M's 7" woofer incorporates imported wood processed in a special way for optimum response. The cone is a conical straight type for good movement, and weight a mere 1/8 oz (3,7 grams). Consistent sound quality is further  enhanced by more uniform thickness and density of the cone  material by sheet manufacturing. The white cone's lightweight woofer, then, is the second reason for the NS-10M's impressive sound quality.

Sealed Enclosure - promotes Soid Bass
Yhe third reason for the amazing sound depth of the NS-10M is the genuine sealed type construction. With the sealed type air suspension method, the air acts as a spring to control the cone paper by expanding when the cone paper moves out and contracting when it moves in. This gives greater power to the speakers to produce a bigger sound, and the low sounds can be boosted even further through the speaker's tone control. Further, the mechanical resistance of the edged has been minimized to produce superior linearity, expansion of low sounds, and natural tones.
Sealed type construction - it's the best way to build a small speaker. As one listen to the NS-10M's great bass sound will convince you.

High efficiency and power-handling capacity for Vibrant, Powerful reproduction
The NS-10M owes muchof its powerful reproduction performance to a perfect blend of efficiency and power-handling capacity. You get the most out of any amplifier - large or small.
The performance of amplifiers with smaller power output is enhanced by the NS-10M's 90 dB efficiency level, while 50 watt power-handling capacity means that even amps with fairly large output won't cause any breakup or distortion. The balance is just right to fill even large listening areas with clean, unstrained music.

You can choose your system with confidence - the NS-10M brings out the best in any amplifier, with overwhelming sound depth and richness.

Dynamic Power Distribution
The NS-10M's outstanding power response characteristics are another reason behind its great sound. To achieve the optimum response characteristics. Yamaha not only took line measurements of the frequency and efficiency  at the front of the speaker in an anechoic chamber, but also measured the total energy radiated in alll disrections in a reverberation chamber.
As a result the high-efficiency 90 dB response provides incomparable  listening pleasure for speakers of this size.

Low Distortion Silky-Smooth Response
The precision soft dome tweeter  of teh NS-10M is formed as a single unit with the tangential edge, a combination weighhing just 1/50 oz (0,6 gram). A large ferrite magnet is used to produce a strong magnetic field of 14,000 gauss, which, together with thw 1-3/64" (27 mm ) voice coil incorporating heat-resistant copper-clad aluminum wire and the lightweight bobbin, delivers high-resistance input and high efficiency. The outer pole is provided with air holes to allow air to enter and leave for smooth movement of the diaphragm. As a result, the frequency range is an impressive 1,5 - 20,000 Hz, and distortion is low. The directional characteristics are also superb due to the small diameter of the dome.

Bigger Bass Response from a better Woofer
The NS-10M utilizes a sheet-construction white cone to optimize the piston range and cone movement. The 7" diameter conical straight type cone weight only 1/8 oz. Despite its size, sheet construction density and thickness are uniform, and the cone has a supple body for powerful, massive lows. A large ferrite magnet produces a powerful magnetic circuit of 10,800 gauss. And thanks to the use of a voice coil with heat-resistant copper ribon wires wound edgewise and a lightweight voice coil bobbin,  efficiency and high input resistance are superb. A high compliance rolled edge is adopted to minimize the influence of temperature changes, and features high flexibility for graeter response.

Top design crossover
Yamahas's speaker design technology is drawn on fully to ensure unsurpassed music quality. For instance, the entire circuit is designed to minimize distortion and prevent deterioration of transient as they pass through the network. And MP (metalized paper) condenser and top-quality materials are used in the network to ensure sound that will satisfy even the most demanding audiophile.

Perfectly Balanced Sound Symmetry
The NS-10M is the only speaker of its size with the professional left-right symmetrical design. This is not a gimmick - it's the best way to set up a small speaker system to obtain big-speaker sound. By distinctly separating the left and right channels in the speaker sysetem itself, stereo performance is greatly enhanced, so that even if the speakers are on your bookshelf they deliver concert hall sound quality. This high-quality left-right symmetrical design makes the NS-10M decidedly different from other small speakers.

Super-Solid Construction, Super-Solid Sound
The final reason behind the NS-10M's sound superiority is its solid cabinet construction.
The tonal quality of the speaker is greatly influenced by the material used for the cabinet, its thickness and shape, and its acoustic qualities. And for speakers with sealed construction, like the NS-10M, the cabinet must be airtight. For the NS-10M, a special high-strength adhesive is used at all joints to produce a single cabinet of exceptional rigidity. In addition, filling materials have been selected for their acoustics, based on Yamaha's experience in making musical instruments such as pianos and guitars, to skillfully utilize resonance to obtain the greatest projection. The result - a noticable improvement in sound response, density, and presence compared to other small speakers.

Specifications
Speaker Type:  2-way bookshelf
Frequency Response:  50 Hz - 20 kHz
Power Handling Capacity:  25 W continuous, 50 W max
Nominal Impedance:  8 ohms
Sound Pressure Level:  90 dB/W/m
Woffer:  180 mm (7")white cone
Tweeter:  35 mm (1-3/8") soft dome
Crossover Frequency:  2 kHz (12 dB/oct)
Cabinet: real wood, black finish
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 382 x 215 x 199 mm (15"x8-1/2"x7-7/8")
Weight:  6 kg (13 lbs 3 oz)