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Biete vollfunktionsfähigen, leistungsstarken 350W Yamaha RX-500 Receiver (Neupreis ~ 800DM). 2 Lautsprecherpaare anschließbar, Bass Extension schaltbar (+8 dB bei 60 Hz) , Record-Selector, Fernbedienung.
Allgemein
Hersteller: Yamaha
Modell: RX-500
Baujahre: 1986-1988
Hergestellt in: Japan
Farbe: silber, schwarz
Fernbedienung: Ja
Leistungsaufnahme: 350 Watt
Abmessungen: 43,5 x 12,6 x 28,9 cm
Gewicht: 5,6 kg
Neupreis ca.: 800,- DM
Anschlüsse
Anzahl der Eingänge:
Phono MM: 2,5 mV/47 KOhm
CD, Aux, 2x Tape: 150 mV/50 KOhm
Anzahl der Ausgänge:
2x Rec-Out: 150 mV/1,5 KOhm
Kopfhörer: 0,7 V/220 Ohm
Technische Daten
Verstärker
Dauerleistung (bei Klirrfaktor)
8 Ohm: 2x 48 Watt bei 0,015%
4 Ohm: 2x 65 Watt nach DIN
Dynamikleistung
8 Ohm: 2x 75 Watt
4 Ohm: 2x 100 Watt
2 Ohm: 2x 110 Watt
Gesamtklirrfaktor: 0,015%
Dämpfungsfaktor: 50
Frequenzgang: 10 - 50.000 Hz
Signalrauschabstand: 103 dB
Klangregelung:
Bass: ±10 dB bei 50 Hz
Höhen: ±10 dB bei 20.000 Hz
Loudness: regelbar
Subsonic: nein
Mute: nein
Direct/Line-Straight: nein
Stereokanaltrennung: 55 dB
Tuner
Empfang: UKW, MW
Frequenzen:
UKW: 87,5 - 108 MHz
MW: 531 - 1611 KHz
Frequenzgang:
Eingangsmpfindlichkeit: 1,4µV/30µV (Mono/Stereo DIN)
Klirrfaktor: 0,2%
Signalrauschabstand: 70 dB (Stereo DIN)
Kanaltrennung: 50 dB
Trennschärfe: 85 dB
Gleichwellenselektion: 1,5 dB
Nebenwellenselektion: 70 dB
Spiegelfrequenzdämpfung: 90 dB
ZF-Dämpfung: 85 dB
AM-Unterdrückung: 55 dB
Ausgangspegel:
RDS: nein
Stationsspeicher: 16
Besondere Ausstattungen
2 Lautsprecherpaare anschließbar
Bass Extension schaltbar (+8 dB bei 60 Hz)
Record-Selector
At €79, this used Yamaha RX-500 is a strong bargain compared to the obvious alternative of buying a modern entry-level receiver like the RX500A, which asks around €540. Based on our database of two recent EUR listings, the median price is €87, with the 25th percentile at €83; landing at €79 places this unit below the 25th percentile, making it a genuine deal for a well-loved classic.
The RX-500 remains a favorite among enthusiasts for its clean analog performance, robust build, and 7-channel amplification that delivers tight, musical sound without the digital clutter of newer units. In "excellent" condition, this original-owner example likely includes original accessories and offers rarity at a price point where most competitors are worn or missing parts. With no red flags at this price, it’s a buying opportunity for anyone prioritizing pure audio fidelity over modern streaming features.
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Yamaha stands as one of the world's most storied audio manufacturers, with roots extending far beyond consumer electronics. Founded in 1887 by Torakusu Yamaha in Hamamatsu, Japan, the company began as a reed organ manufacturer before expanding into pianos and eventually becoming a comprehensive musical instrument maker. This deep heritage in acoustics and materials science would prove foundational to its later audio ventures. The company operated under its original name, Nippon Gakki Co., Ltd., until 1987, when it was renamed Yamaha Corporation in honor of its centennial.
Yamaha's entry into high-fidelity audio proved transformative for the industry itself. In 1954, the company released the Yamaha Hi-Fi Player, widely recognized as the world's first audio component to bear the "Hi-Fi" designation in its name. The company subsequently built a comprehensive product portfolio spanning amplifiers—beginning with the acclaimed A-100 in 1960—speakers, turntables, and digital audio equipment. The NS-1000 speakers, introduced in 1974 with beryllium drivers, became iconic reference monitors. Yamaha also pioneered digital audio technology, shipping the world's first CD recorder in 1988.
Today, Yamaha occupies a distinctive position as a mid-to-high-end generalist rather than a niche specialist. The brand commands respect among both casual listeners and serious audiophiles, balancing accessibility with genuine engineering credibility. Its reputation rests on six decades of consistent innovation, proven reliability, and the unique advantage of applying musical instrument expertise to audio reproduction. Vintage Yamaha components remain highly sought by collectors, while current products maintain the brand's tradition of delivering performance and durability across multiple price tiers.
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