" The Fisher " KX - 200 Vintage Integrated Stereo Tube Amplifier 1960 ' S
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:7051344 | Brand: Fisher |
"The Fisher" KX-200 Vintage Integrated Stereo Tube Amplifier 1960's
This is a 1960's Fisher KX-200 stereo amp. It is conservatively rated at 35 watts RMS per channel at 0.4% THD. It has power to spare, especially when matched with efficient speakers.
Even though this amp works and sounds great, we are selling it "as-is for repair" because of the issues mentioned below, and because it is over 50 years old.
As mentioned, this amp works and sounds great. W...e have cleaned and deoxidized all the switches, potentiometers, and and tube sockets and tested all the tubes. We have replaced a couple of suspicous capacitors and tested the others ok, but did not fully recap it. The wiring insulation is in good shape. The soldering of the tube sockets and components has been inspected and is in very good shape.
Cosmetically, the front panel surface and lettering is good. Two of the brass knob covers are missing, but I have seen them available on ebay. Also, the under chassis is clean and not oxidized.
However, the interior top chassis and rear panel cosmetics are poor. (Please study the pictures before you buy.) The metal surface of the top chassis has oxidized in places. Also, much of the lettering adjacent to the RCA and Speaker jacks has deteriorated. For this reason we have included a connection chart to show each RCA and Speaker jack.
The only operational defect that we observed is that the readings on the built-in bias adjustment meter do not match the readings we get using the old-fashioned method of measuring voltage across the cathode resistor to calculate plate current. We adjusted it on the cool side.
If you are looking for a well-thought-of vintage tube amp with good sound for less than top dollar and don't mind the imperfections, this is a good choice. If you are a collector looking for a restored show piece, this is not for you.Output Tubes: 4 - 7591A (2 - GE/RCA, 2- Sylvania). All test good.Preamp Tubes: 6 - ECC83 / 12AX7 ( 5- Telefunken, 1 English). All test good.
Specs:Music Power Output (both channels): 80 wattsRMS Power Output (both channels): 70 wattsHarmonic Distortion (at rated RMS power): 0.4%IM Distortion (at rated RMS power): 0.8%Frequency Response: 20 - 20, 000 Hz +/- 1dBDimensions: 15" wide x 13" deep (including knobs and jacks) x 5" highWeight: 26.5 lbs
All shipments are carefully packaged to make sure your new gear arrives safely.
All heavy and fragile items will be double boxed to ensure extra protection.
This item is being sold as not fully functioning and as is. As such there will be no returns or refunds of any kind.
Handling:For all items we ship, the cost of shipping in the listing is what the shipping company charges plus a handling charge for our labour packing the item and the cost of packing materials. We do this so we can ensure all items we ship are well packed and will arrive safely. When shipping large, heavy, and usually fragile items like this it is NOT nearly as simple as just throwing it into a box and sending it on its way. Generally the handling is between $0 and $20 depending on how large the item is and how difficult it will be to pack well. Please allow 1-3 business days from when we receive payment to get the item shipped out
Shipping:We use a single shipping rate to all areas of the continental U.S. so whatever the shipping charge is listed as in our listing is what the shipping and handling cost will be for this item no matter where in the continental U.S. you are located. There will be a surcharge to ship to Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto RicoWe will ship to residential and business address. We only ship international orders to destinations supported by eBay's Global Shipping Program. To find out if your location is supported and to determine rates use the calculator located under the shipping tab.
Local Pickup:We allow local pickup of this item. If you are the winning bidder and wish to pickup from our store contact us through eBay to arrange pickup. We will deduct the shipping and handling charges from your invoice.
Returns and Refunds:This unit is sold as is and there are no returns or refunds.
Questions Directly Related to an Auction:Please be patient as it may take up to 3 business days for us to respond to inquiries. The description we have put into the listing is generally the only information we have on the item. We cannot take additional photos. We cannot perform additional testing.We cannot offer advice or information unrelated to the auction (e.g. technical advice, recommendations, repair parts.)
What is Stereo Hospital?Stereo Hospital is a full service audio repair & resale shop located in Tucson, Arizona. We acquire far more vintage audio equipment than we could possibly sell to our local customers and use eBay to take the weight off our overstocked shelves. We also sell some items that aren't fully functioning because we are just too busy fixing units for our customers to have time for these too.
This is a 1960's Fisher KX-200 stereo amp. It is conservatively rated at 35 watts RMS per channel at 0.4% THD. It has power to spare, especially when matched with efficient speakers.
Even though this amp works and sounds great, we are selling it "as-is for repair" because of the issues mentioned below, and because it is over 50 years old.
As mentioned, this amp works and sounds great. W...e have cleaned and deoxidized all the switches, potentiometers, and and tube sockets and tested all the tubes. We have replaced a couple of suspicous capacitors and tested the others ok, but did not fully recap it. The wiring insulation is in good shape. The soldering of the tube sockets and components has been inspected and is in very good shape.
Cosmetically, the front panel surface and lettering is good. Two of the brass knob covers are missing, but I have seen them available on ebay. Also, the under chassis is clean and not oxidized.
However, the interior top chassis and rear panel cosmetics are poor. (Please study the pictures before you buy.) The metal surface of the top chassis has oxidized in places. Also, much of the lettering adjacent to the RCA and Speaker jacks has deteriorated. For this reason we have included a connection chart to show each RCA and Speaker jack.
The only operational defect that we observed is that the readings on the built-in bias adjustment meter do not match the readings we get using the old-fashioned method of measuring voltage across the cathode resistor to calculate plate current. We adjusted it on the cool side.
If you are looking for a well-thought-of vintage tube amp with good sound for less than top dollar and don't mind the imperfections, this is a good choice. If you are a collector looking for a restored show piece, this is not for you.Output Tubes: 4 - 7591A (2 - GE/RCA, 2- Sylvania). All test good.Preamp Tubes: 6 - ECC83 / 12AX7 ( 5- Telefunken, 1 English). All test good.
Specs:Music Power Output (both channels): 80 wattsRMS Power Output (both channels): 70 wattsHarmonic Distortion (at rated RMS power): 0.4%IM Distortion (at rated RMS power): 0.8%Frequency Response: 20 - 20, 000 Hz +/- 1dBDimensions: 15" wide x 13" deep (including knobs and jacks) x 5" highWeight: 26.5 lbs
All shipments are carefully packaged to make sure your new gear arrives safely.
All heavy and fragile items will be double boxed to ensure extra protection.
This item is being sold as not fully functioning and as is. As such there will be no returns or refunds of any kind.
Handling:For all items we ship, the cost of shipping in the listing is what the shipping company charges plus a handling charge for our labour packing the item and the cost of packing materials. We do this so we can ensure all items we ship are well packed and will arrive safely. When shipping large, heavy, and usually fragile items like this it is NOT nearly as simple as just throwing it into a box and sending it on its way. Generally the handling is between $0 and $20 depending on how large the item is and how difficult it will be to pack well. Please allow 1-3 business days from when we receive payment to get the item shipped out
Shipping:We use a single shipping rate to all areas of the continental U.S. so whatever the shipping charge is listed as in our listing is what the shipping and handling cost will be for this item no matter where in the continental U.S. you are located. There will be a surcharge to ship to Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto RicoWe will ship to residential and business address. We only ship international orders to destinations supported by eBay's Global Shipping Program. To find out if your location is supported and to determine rates use the calculator located under the shipping tab.
Local Pickup:We allow local pickup of this item. If you are the winning bidder and wish to pickup from our store contact us through eBay to arrange pickup. We will deduct the shipping and handling charges from your invoice.
Returns and Refunds:This unit is sold as is and there are no returns or refunds.
Questions Directly Related to an Auction:Please be patient as it may take up to 3 business days for us to respond to inquiries. The description we have put into the listing is generally the only information we have on the item. We cannot take additional photos. We cannot perform additional testing.We cannot offer advice or information unrelated to the auction (e.g. technical advice, recommendations, repair parts.)
What is Stereo Hospital?Stereo Hospital is a full service audio repair & resale shop located in Tucson, Arizona. We acquire far more vintage audio equipment than we could possibly sell to our local customers and use eBay to take the weight off our overstocked shelves. We also sell some items that aren't fully functioning because we are just too busy fixing units for our customers to have time for these too.
