Technics SA-404 FM/AM Silver Face Stereo Receiver - Vintage Late 1970\'s For Sale

This sale is for a pre-owned vintage late 1970\'sTechnics SA-404 FM/AM Silver Face Stereo Receiver. TheTechnics SA-404 FM/AM Silver Face Stereo Receiver wasmanufactured between 1979 and 1980 during the golden era of silver-face Hi-Fi audio gear.This unit measures (L x W x H): 19\" x 10 1/2\" x 6 1/4\" and weighs 19 lbs. 5 oz. The winning buyer will receive exactly what is pictured.KeyCondition & Testing Disclosure:

• Power: The unit has been plugged in and successfully powers on.
• Testing Limitations: Testing was strictly limited to powering the unit on. I do not have the technical knowledge, expertise, or proper audio equipment to fully test the inputs, outputs, dial lights, knobs, or sound quality.
• Cosmetic Condition: Please study the photos carefully to judge the cosmetic condition for yourself. It shows normal signs of age and wear.

Because this unit is largely untested, it is being sold strictly AS-IS with no returns or guarantees. It is perfect for a vintage audio hobbyist, technician, or collector looking for a restoration project or high-quality original parts.Key Technical Specifications:

• Power Output: 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms (continuous RMS power).
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.04%.
• Visual Display: Features dual 10-LED peak-power output meters beneath the radio dial.
• Tone Adjustment: Features \"Acoustic Control\" switches for low and high boost/filters, alongside traditional bass and treble knobs

Performance & Pairing Advice:This is a highly reliable mid-range vintage receiver with a built-in phono stage. It is an excellent anchor for a vinyl-playing setup.

• Speaker Pairing: It easily drives most modern or vintage bookshelf speakers. It can handle medium-sized floor-standing speakers as long as they are relatively efficient (8-ohm impedance is recommended).