Sony FM-AM Stereo Receiver, 1976

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Artifact Overview

This device is one part of a component stereo sound system. Component stereos were built up over time through the purchase of individual components that best suited the needs of a user: receiver-amplifiers, tape decks, speakers, turntables, and CD players. This model reflected changing trends in sound reproduction, allowing audiophiles to upgrade outdated or broken components as needed.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Radio receiver

Date Made

1976

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

96.12.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Robert H. Casey.

Material

Acrylic (Plastic)
Cardboard
Nonferrous metal
Paper (Fiber product)
Particle board
Plastic
Rubber (Material)
Vinyl

Dimensions

Height: 6.5 in
Width: 16 in
Length: 19.25 in

Inscriptions

receiver: Sony FM Stereo FM-AM Receiver Model No. STR-58005D Serial No. 811335 Made in Japan operating manual: FM Stereo / FM-AM Receiver STR-58005D Owner's Instruction Manual [copyright] 1976 by Sony Corporation Antenna: . . . the enclosed monople antenna should be connected to the terminal labeled FM Antenna
Sony FM-AM Stereo Receiver, 1976