Sherwood S 7450CP (1979)
A mid-priced AM/FM stereo receiver from Sherwood, introduced in 1979 with 30 watts per channel output.
Overview
The Sherwood S-7450CP is an AM/FM stereo receiver manufactured in 1979. It delivers 30 watts per channel into 8Ω, making it a modestly powered option for stereo audio systems of its era. The unit features a walnut-grain vinyl cabinet finish, consistent with the aesthetic trends of late 1970s audio equipment. It was sold through retailers such as Stereo Village in Atlanta and listed at an original price of $425.00.
Specifications
| Tuning range | FM, MW |
| Power output | 30 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) |
| Frequency response | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80dB |
| Original price | USD $425.00 |
Design
The receiver is finished in walnut-grain vinyl, as shown in a July 1979 advertisement in High-Fidelity magazine.
Context
A specific unit was purchased from Stereo Village in Buckhead, Atlanta, on Peachtree Road in 1979, indicating its availability through regional specialty audio retailers at the time of release.
Market
As of current listings, the Sherwood S-7450CP is offered for sale at prices ranging from $150.00 to $250.00 USD. One listing describes a unit in "Very Good (Used)" condition, noting minor marks or scratches but full functionality. Original and photocopied service manuals are available for purchase.
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