Revox B285 (1985–1989)
A stereo receiver from the mid-1980s. Built well, and it needs its capacitors looked at.
Overview
The Revox B285 is a stereo receiver made by Studer Revox between 1985 and 1989. It puts an AM/FM tuner and an amplifier in one chassis. Revox sold it as a premium component, and the original price was $1,600 in 1986.
Specifications
| Product type | Receiver - Amplifier |
| Power output | 70 or 80 watts per channel into 8 ohms (conflicting sources) |
| Frequency response | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Total harmonic distortion | no more than 0.03 percent |
| Dimensions | 18 inches wide, 13 inches deep, and 6 inches high |
| Weight | 33 pounds |
| Tuning range | FM, MW |
Market
Recent listings for the Revox B285 run from $750 to $2,750, depending on condition and restoration. Units described as "expertly recapped" bring higher prices, since the aging capacitors are a known problem and need replacing. Service manuals are available for repair and maintenance.
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