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At £183, this sits well above the typical used market for this model family, with the median at £86 and the 75th percentile at £170, so it reads as ambitious unless it is exceptionally clean, fully original, and freshly serviced. That does not make it a non-starter, but it is not a bargain by the numbers.
What keeps it interesting is the TA-FB940R QS’s reputation as a serious late-era Sony integrated: solid power, a refined presentation, and enough drive to suit a wide range of speakers. If the phono stage works, the controls are quiet, and the cosmetic condition is genuinely excellent, it can still be a satisfying long-term buy, but at this asking price I’d want proof of careful ownership and any recent maintenance.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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