Aiwa SA-C80 (1981)
Stereo integrated pre-amplifier with optional remote, part of Aiwa's 1981 high-fidelity system lineup.
Overview
The Aiwa SA-C80 is a stereo integrated pre-amplifier made in 1981. It has a silver finish and supports optional remote control. It was built to work with the SA-P80 DC stereo power amplifier and the ST-R80 FM/MW/LW stereo tuner as a matched system. Aiwa described it as a "pre-amplifier with beautiful sound," and the pitch was low distortion and wide frequency response for its era.
Specifications
| Frequency Response | 10Hz to 100kHz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.008% |
| Input Sensitivity | 0.25mV (MC), 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line) |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 71dB (MC), 88dB (MM), 95dB (line) |
| Channel Separation | 55dB (line) |
| Output | 150mV (line), 1V (Pre out) |
| Semiconductors | 3 x IC, 14 x transistors, 19 x diodes, 6 x LED |
| Dimensions | 250 x 71 x 246mm |
| Weight | 2.2kg |
Product Family
The SA-C80 belongs to a system with the SA-P80 (DC Stereo Power Amplifier) and the ST-R80 (FM/MW/LW Stereo Tuner).
Market
One unit was listed for 65,00 € in functional condition with light signs of use. A service manual covering the SA-C80, SA-P80, and ST-R80 was available on eBay for EUR 12.00.
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