Luxman RX-102 (1982–1984)
A silver-faced stereo receiver with motorized servo front panel, produced by Luxman in the early 1980s.
Overview
The Luxman RX-102 is a stereo receiver manufactured by Luxman, known for its distinctive "Servo Face" design featuring a motorized, retractable front panel. It was built as a "Digital Synthesized Receiver" with tuning for FM and MW bands. The model is sometimes referred to as the "Luxman RX-102 Servo Face Digital Synthesized Receiver." Production is documented as occurring from 1982 to 1984, according to hifi-wiki.com.
Specifications
| Power output | 60 watts per channel |
| Tuning range | FM, MW |
| Dimensions | 453 x 147 x 455 mm (WxHxD) |
| Connections | Tape Rec, Pre Out, Headphones, 2 pairs of speakers |
| Original price | 600 US-$, 1'440 DM |
Design
The RX-102 features a motorized front face that retracts to reveal controls, a design element known as "Servo Face." This mechanism contributes to its nickname among users and adds a distinctive visual and mechanical characteristic to the unit.
Market
The Luxman RX-102 appears in current market listings on eBay, Reverb, and Hifi Shark. A repair kit for the Servoface mechanism is commercially available, and user discussions note the need for cleaning decades of residue from the controls. One unit was recorded as purchased for $9.00, indicating variability in condition and value.
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