Luxman SQ-1220 (1968–1969)
A solid state integrated amplifier from Luxman's late 1960s lineup, designed with North American market preferences in mind.
Overview
The Luxman SQ-1220 is a solid state stereo integrated amplifier made around 1968-1969. It was part of Luxman's range aimed at advanced audiophiles in North America. The Aux input has high- and low-pass filter characteristics. The Rec Output and Tape Monitor circuits follow American signal routing standards. A 20-page English service manual exists. It has troubleshooting guides, block diagrams, schematics, PCB layouts, and parts lists, so servicing is well documented.
Specifications
| Power output | Conflicting reports: 40 or 50 watts per channel into 8Ω |
| Product type | Solid State Integrated Amplifier |
Design
The SQ-1220 uses solid state circuitry and has design elements tailored to North American standards, mostly in the tape monitoring and recording output stages. The Aux input has both high- and low-pass filters, which suggests specialized handling for external sources.
Context
The SQ-1220 was positioned as an amplifier for the "more advanced buyer in North America." That fits Luxman's targeted approach to that market in the late 1960s.
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