Fisher X 100 A (1962–1964)
A tube integrated amplifier built from 1962 to 1964. It puts out 17 watts per channel into 8Ω and uses 5 x ECC83 and 4 x 7189 valves.
Overview
The Fisher X 100 A is a tube integrated amplifier made by Fisher Radio Corporation from 1962 to 1964. It works as a control amplifier, with two phono input sensitivities: high (16 mV) and low (3.5 mV). The case is metal. An optional walnut wooden case was available at the time of production.
Specifications
| Power output | 17 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) |
| Speaker load impedance | 8Ω to 16Ω |
| Valve complement | 5 x ECC83, 4 x 7189 |
| Phono inputs | HI : 16mv, low : 3.5mv |
| Original price | 980 DM |
Market
The Fisher X 100 A turns up for sale on Reverb, eBay, and Hifi Shark. Service manuals and schematics can be downloaded, which helps with restoration. Because of its design, it may need a variac to run safely on certain mains voltages. Recent repairs have included diode replacements, and users report the unit still performs well after servicing.
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