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For sale: a Sony TA-AV570 Integrated AV Amplifier, a versatile home cinema amplifier designed to serve as the centerpiece of an audio and video entertainment system.
The TA-AV570 combines Sony's reliable amplification technology with multiple audio and video connectivity options, making it suitable for use with televisions, CD players, cassette decks, turntables (with appropriate preamp), game consoles, and other AV components.
A solid choice for vintage home cinema enthusiasts or anyone looking for a capable stereo and AV amplifier.
Cosmetic condition:
The unit is in used condition.
Light scratches on the top cover
General signs of age and use
Front panel remains clean and presentable
Overall good cosmetic condition
🔊 Functional status
✔ Fully working✔ Audio outputs tested✔ Inputs and controls verified✔ Ready for immediate use
Specs:
Power output: 80 watts per channel into 4Ω (stereo)
Surround output: 80W (front), 25W (center), 25W (rear)
Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.03%
Input sensitivity: 2mV (MM), 150mV (line)
Output: 150mV (line)
Video Connections: composite, S-video
Dimensions (LxWxH): 430 x 135 x 360mmWeight: 12 KgVolts: 220-230v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
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When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
This is a buyer's market for vintage Sony AV amps, and the US$197 asking price is ambitious, clearly exceeding the 75th percentile of US$161 and sitting well above the median of US$125. Based on the ground truth from recent comparable USD listings, this unit is priced at the top end of the market, making it a tough sell unless the condition is pristine or accessories are included.
The Sony TA-AV570 remains well-regarded for its robust 80W per channel output, built-in Dolby Pro Logic, and versatile 5-channel surround capability, making it a solid centerpiece for vintage home cinema setups. Its 1993–94 lineage offers genuine rarity among early AV amplifiers, and if this listing includes the original remote and is from an original owner with clean operation, it could still justify the higher price for a dedicated collector seeking a reliable, period-correct system.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sony emerged from the ruins of post-World War II Japan, founded on May 7, 1946, by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo K.K. in Tokyo's Nihonbashi district. Starting with radio repairs and Japan's first magnetic tape recorder, the duo secured transistor licensing from Bell Labs, pioneering the TR-55 transistor radio in 1955. Renamed Sony Corporation in 1958—from the Latin "sonus" for sound—the brand symbolized Japan's ascent from cheap imitations to innovative leadership, fueled by Ibuka's engineering prowess and Morita's global marketing vision.
Sony's hi-fi legacy spans headphones, amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark formats like the Compact Disc in 1982 and Blu-ray. Iconic products include the Walkman for portable audio revolution and Trinitron televisions, blending consumer accessibility with cutting-edge tech. Today, offerings like the Signature Series headphones and ES amplifiers target discerning listeners seeking refined soundstaging and dynamic range.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Sony commands respect among knowledgeable buyers for blending mass-market reliability with premium performance, outpacing many pure audiophile brands in innovation and value. Far from vintage relic or niche boutique, it dominates with forward-thinking engineering, holding strong market share in headphones and streaming ecosystems.
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