Denon TU-800 (1987–1990)
A high-quality AM/FM stereo tuner made in Japan, produced from 1987 to 1990.
Overview
The Denon TU-800 is an AM/FM stereo tuner manufactured by Denon in Japan. It was introduced in 1987 and remained in production until 1990. This tuner was part of a notable group of high-end tuners released around 1988, recognized for precision audio performance. It features manual tuning with a digital tuning scale and supports FM and medium wave (MW) bands. The unit was marketed as a premium audio component, with an original price of approximately $500 or 1,000 Deutsche Mark.
Specifications
| Power source | 100/117/220/240V, 50/60Hz |
| Tuning method | Manual |
| Tuning bands | FM, MW |
| FM tuning range | 87.5 to 108 MHz |
| MW tuning range | 522 to 1611 kHz |
| Usable sensitivity | 0.8 µV (DIN), 0.9 µV (IHF) S/N 50 |
| Signal to noise ratio | 84dB (FM), 53dB (MW) |
| Total harmonic distortion | 0.02 at 1 kHz |
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Context
The Denon TU-800 was one of three "outstanding tuners" introduced in 1988, alongside the Onkyo T-9090II and Pioneer Elite F-91, marking a high point in analog tuner design. It was positioned as a precision audio component for audiophiles seeking superior FM and AM reception.
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