i just love my Yamaha A-1 integrated amp from the very late 70s. while Yamaha's circuits are never "simple" in and of themselves, this was one of their simplest TOTL efforts. the design and execution is quite modern and elegant, somewhat ahead of its time. with new electrolytic capacitors throughout the power supply, the sound quality is top-notch vintage. i use mine in a pseudo-nearfield TV room setup with some old-school Infinity WTLCs. while i don't feel the need to look for anything better, it would still be very interesting to compare it to some modern integrateds at some point.
1970's receivers and integrated amps...
Lots of the mid to late 1970's receivers (and integrated amps) look pretty cool. For example the high end Pioneers and Sansui's.
My question is how do they sound? Do any of them hold up to days standards? How is their power vs. what they are rated for?
Advise on particular models appreciated.
Ken
My question is how do they sound? Do any of them hold up to days standards? How is their power vs. what they are rated for?
Advise on particular models appreciated.
Ken