Realistic STA-2300 (1982)
An AM/FM stereo receiver from Radio Shack's house brand, noted for power output and durability.
Overview
The Realistic STA-2300 is an AM/FM stereo receiver made in 1982 under Radio Shack's in-house Realistic brand. It belongs to the STA series, which was built to give solid performance at an accessible price. It was sold in the early 1980s and is described as the "King of Radio Shack" models, which puts it at the top of the brand's lineup. It tunes FM and MW (medium wave), and it has a reputation for a tough build and strong audio.
Specifications
| Tuning range | FM, MW |
| Frequency response | 15Hz to 25 kHz |
| THD at 70 watts RMS per channel | 0.03% |
| Signal-to-noise ratio (built-in stereo preamp) | 85 dB |
Reception & Use
Users report the STA-2300 "works and sounds great" and call it "a tank." The sound is clean and balanced, enough to fill a living room. The phono stage is adequate for typical turntable setups of the era.
Market
The STA-2300 originally sold for $499 during a 1982 Red Tag Sale. Recent sales have run $50 to $120. One common problem is that the function knob needs replacing.
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