Solid State tuners- A Richard Modaferri modified MR78 is superb.I used to own a Magnum Dynalab MD105 and the '78 is clearly better. I also used to own an Onkyo 9090II. Solid reception, the audio was just OK. Another solid state tuner I have is a Marantz Model 20- the successor to the 10B. Doesn't quote sound like the '78, but the '20 has its charms and an oscilloscope which is the best damned way to tuner in a tuner and adjust an antenna. In its day when tested (in 1969) it was said to be the solid state equivalent of the 10B. Other superior tuners can be had from Accuphase, Sansui and Kenwood.
And I do concur that a properly modified MR71 goes toe to toe with a 10B. Unbelievably, over 20 years ago I passed up and opportunity to buy 2 10B's for $1200. For the pair.
And I do concur that a properly modified MR71 goes toe to toe with a 10B. Unbelievably, over 20 years ago I passed up and opportunity to buy 2 10B's for $1200. For the pair.