Yamaha - A-960 Solid state stereo amplifier

Yamaha A-960 fully functional. Great sound on both channels. Potentiometers, switches and lamps all functional. Optically in excellent condition with a few minimal scratches. The Yamaha A-960 is a classic, high-performance vintage integrated stereo amplifier built between 1980 and 1982 during Yamaha’s revered "Natural Sound" era. Delivering a robust 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms, this powerhouse is highly regarded for its clean power delivery, low harmonic distortion (around 0.005%), and detailed analog circuitry. Key Specifications & Performance Parameter Specification Power Output 100 Watts per channel into 8Ω (Stereo) Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.002% – 0.005% Damping Factor 55 to 65+ (Provides great low-frequency speaker control) Frequency Response 10 Hz to 100,000 Hz (Line inputs) Signal-to-Noise Ratio 103 dB Phono Stage Support Both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges Standout Features • Advanced Phono Stage: One of the strongest selling points for vinyl enthusiasts is the comprehensive built-in phono preamp. It handles both MM and MC cartridges and includes a 6-position phono selector to perfectly match cartridge impedance. • Direct Mode Circuits: The amplifier includes Main-Direct and Disc-Direct paths. Engaging these switches bypasses the tone, filter, and balance controls, sending the purest possible audio signal straight to the amplifier block for clinical clarity. • Unique Slider Potentiometers: Unlike standard dials, it features understated sliding pots for Bass, Treble, Balance, and Variable Loudness. • Listening Level Monitor: A distinct visual feature—a slider with an integrated red LED that flashes or glows when the amplifier reaches a user-set output wattage threshold.

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