SONY STR-AV53 AM/FM STEREO RECEIVER [Digital Delay Surround - AV

SONY STR-AV53 AM/FM STEREO RECEIVER With Digitally Delayed Surround - Audio/Video Control Center SERIAL NUMBER: 8809730 This vintage 30+ year old black face Sony STR-AV53 is a beautiful piece of yesteryear. The unit is very clean inside and out and it has always been in a non-smoking environment plus this baby sounds absolutely superb with reserve power. This classic and very desirable Sony unit is in great operating condition. It is cosmetically outstanding; the front face is clean and sharp. There are a few scratches on the unit, but you must look close to see them. The front glass is clear, all lights light , all buttons, and knobs have been cleaned. The unit has been cleaned, serviced, tested, and fully detailed – Everything works as it should! Oh, let’s not forget about the fantastic phono section, because it truly is a welcome addition. You won't have to spend the extra money on a separate phono pre-amp, because one is built into the unit. Plug your turntable into the phono input on the rear and you are ready to listen to your vinyl collection. The unit also comes with a 27 page copy of the operating instructions, 32 page copy of the service manual, and a really nice pair of 60” long 14 Gauge Pure Copper Speaker Cables. RECEIVER DESCRIPTION: Here is a high power and extraordinary FM sensitivity in an advanced circuitry AM/FM stereo receiver. This distinctive package of plenty includes up-to-the-minute circuitry throughout its handsome construction, and then gives plenty of power to boot: continuous power output of 80 watts per channel min RMS at 8 ohms, from 10 Hertz to 50,000 Hertz with no more than 0.08% total harmonic distortion. But big power is only one important attribute of this new receiver - you also get an FM front end that performs with outstanding stability and sensitivity, thanks to the use of a pair of dual gate MOS FETs in its RF amplifier and mixer, an advanced FM IF section that includes three 2-element ceramic filters and a large scale integrated circuit, plus a multiplex section for FM stereo broadcasts that uses the innovative and advanced phase-locked loop IC for excellent separation characteristics. The result is a flawless kind of sound that is unmatched in tonal quality by any comparably-priced receiver now on the market, plus the radiant good looks of Sony design and human engineering. The STR-AV53 by Sony : Something extra everywhere. THE POWER AMPLIFIER SECTION : A major feature of the power amplifier section is the servo operational amplifier system. The Sony STR- AV53 Amp section is a low distortion, high power, stereo integrated amplifier with wide dynamic range equalizer (bass and treble). Combining advanced circuits with a new design concept provides no-nonsense musical performance at a pleasing price. Precision CR tone circuit, a high performance equalizer amplifier for wide dynamic range, and simple to use basic features make the popularly priced Sony STR- AV53 even more appealing as a worthwhile investment in yesteryear's advanced Hi-Fi electronics. The STR- AV53 boast a continuous power output of 80 watts per channel min RMS at 8 ohms, from 10 Hertz to 50,000 Hertz with no more than 0.09% total harmonic distortion. THE TUNER SECTION: The major feature of the FM tuner section of the Sony STR- AV53 is the Quartz Locked system which detects ant difference in frequency between IF signal and the reference signal generated by the crystal oscillator. The FM MPX Decoder uses the design principle of the 'phase lock loop' applied in the circuit. It has no inductances or capacitances which cause phase shifts and distortions. Any phase dislocation that might occur is automatically detected and compensated by a loop circuit. This results in an unprecedented high degree of stability irrespective of temperature or humidity changes. Also, the Sony STR- AV53 Tuner section amplifier 2-stage front end incorporates a 5-gang variable capacitor and three dual gate MOS FETS. A capacitance controlled double tuned circuit is inserted between the RF amplifier stages. Those features produce impressive characteristics such as usable sensitivity of 25.2/45.2 dBf, a capture ratio of 4 dB, and an image interference ratio of over 85dB. SPECIFICATIONS: Tuning range: FM, MW

Power output: 80 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)

Frequency response: 10Hz to 50kHz

Total harmonic distortion: 0.08%

Damping factor: 40

Input sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)

Signal to noise ratio: 87dB (MM), 105dB (line)

Output: 150mV (line)

Speaker load impedance: 8Ω to 16Ω

Video Connections: composite

Dimensions: 430 x 135 x 355mm

Weight: 9.7kg COSMETIC CONDITION: Very good WHAT IS INCLUDED: Sony STR- AV53 receiver as shown 27 page copy of the operating instructions 32 page copy of the service manual Power Cord Pair of 60” long 14 Gauge Copper Speaker Cables

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