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RCA LMI-32216A monobloc valve power amplifiers KT66 in push pull configuration Recent professional service Any questions please ask Collection or meet up
The asking price of £1,995 is exceptionally ambitious, sitting far above the 75th percentile of £353 from the 27 comparable GBP listings where the median is £181. This listing is roughly six times the top quartile price, making it a severe overvaluation rather than a fair deal or bargain. Unless this unit includes rare, verified original components, a fitted cover, and a full service history with matching valves, the price is unjustified for even excellent condition.
This mono valve amplifier is a well-regarded vintage piece known for its ultra-low distortion (under 0.1%) and flat frequency response, delivering 12/20 watts with Hum and Damping Factor controls. Its appeal lies in its rarity as a fully matched pair and its 1969 capacitor date codes, which signal authentic originality. However, given the inflated price, buyers must verify the condition of the valves, the integrity of the capacitors, and the inclusion of essential accessories like the mains lead and fitted cover before considering this a worthwhile purchase.
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RCA traces its origins to 1919, when the Radio Corporation of America emerged from a U.S. government-backed reorganization of the Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company of America, prioritizing national security in radio technology. Born in the United States amid post-World War I innovation, the company lacked a single notable founder but was propelled by visionaries like David Sarnoff, who foresaw radio's mass-market potential. Its heritage spans a century of pioneering milestones, from acquiring the Victor Talking Machine Company in 1929—bringing the iconic "His Master's Voice" Nipper dog trademark—to launching early television at the 1939 New York World's Fair and shaping Nashville's recording scene through RCA Studios.
Historically a titan in consumer electronics, RCA focused on radios, phonographs like the famed Victrola, records, and later innovations such as eight-track tapes and magnetic recording. Today, under VOXX International, the brand emphasizes accessible audio-video accessories, including speakers, turntables, headphones, and portable systems, rather than specialized hi-fi components like amplifiers, DACs, or high-end cables.
RCA holds a venerable position as a vintage icon and entry-level mainstay, evoking mid-20th-century American living rooms rather than high-end audiophile pursuits. Its reputation rests on reliable, value-driven performance for everyday listeners, appealing to nostalgia seekers and budget-conscious buyers over niche boutique or collector-grade exclusivity.
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