Sherwood S 7600 (1968)
A solid-state AM-FM stereo receiver from 1968, notable for its all-silicon transistor design and FET front end.
Overview
The Sherwood S-7600, also known as the S-7600-FET, is a solid-state stereo receiver introduced in 1968. It was marketed as part of a new generation of receivers using all-silicon transistors, with Sherwood claiming it was among the first of its kind. The unit features an FET RF amplifier for improved FM reception and is designed for AM and FM broadcast bands.
Specifications
| Product type | Solid State Stereo Receiver |
| Tuning range | FM, MW |
| MUSIC POWER OUTPUT | 80 watts at 4 ohms, 50 watts at 8 ohms |
| TRANSISTOR COMPLEMENT | 38 silicon |
| SHIPPING WEIGHT | 27 lbs. (with case) |
Design
The S-7600 uses an all-silicon transistor complement and features an FET RF amplifier in its front end, contributing to its high sensitivity and low noise in FM reception.
Market
A professionally restored S-7600 was listed for $250. Restoration typically includes a full recap, tuner alignment, and de-oxidation. Service manuals and schematics are available through technical archives and are actively sought by repair specialists.
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