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The Quad FM3 is a vintage analogue solid-state FM-only tuner manufactured by the Acoustical Manufacturing Company in Huntingdon, England, from the early 1970s. Built as the natural partner to Quad’s 33/303 combination, it remains a favourite among collectors of classic British hi-fi.
This pre-owned example is in great condition in dark grey, with some rough spots under the paint on the top plate. It comes with accessories, the manual and original packaging.
Aimed at audio connoisseurs seeking high-quality vintage radio performance at a competitive price, the FM3 delivers clean, musical FM reception with the simplicity and integrity that defined Quad’s golden era.
Visit our Lane Cove showroom to experience the refined analogue reception of the FM3 Tuner.
Why Choose the Quad FM3 Tuner?
The FM3 is a compact, purpose-built analogue FM receiver that combines British engineering restraint with genuinely musical performance.
• Authentic Quad System Integration: Designed to match the 33 preamp and 303 power amp both visually and electrically.
• Precise Manual Tuning: Frequency-linear three-gang capacitor and twin-lamp indicator allow accurate station selection without AFC.
• Clean Musical Output: Wide, even frequency response and low distortion preserve the character of FM broadcasts.
• Practical Everyday Features: Station markers, mute threshold and stereo/mono routing make daily use straightforward.
• Compact Classic Form: Slim 260 mm chassis sits neatly in a vintage or mixed system rack.
Audition the Quad FM3 at our Lane Cove showroom to hear its quiet background, stable stereo and characteristic Quad musicality.
With a frequency response of 20 Hz to 15 kHz and low distortion, the FM3 presents FM broadcasts with the same unforced clarity associated with Quad’s amplifiers of the period.
Ceramic IF filtering, dual-gate MOSFET front-end stages and a stable three-gang tuning capacitor deliver reliable reception without unnecessary complexity.
The 5-pin DIN output provides both stereo and a separate mono feed, while 75 Ω coaxial and 300 Ω balanced aerial inputs accommodate typical installations. For listeners who value analogue radio as a genuine source rather than a novelty, the Quad FM3 remains one of the most satisfying vintage tuners available.
Technical Specifications
• Product Type: Pre-owned
• Type: Solid-state mono/stereo FM tuner
• Tuning Bands: FM only
• Tuning Scale: Analogue rotary
• FM Tuning Range: 88 – 108 MHz
• Sensitivity: 2 µV (FM)
• Distortion: 0.2 % (FM)
• Selectivity: 46 dB (FM)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 15 kHz (FM)
• Channel Separation: 40 dB at 1 kHz
• Image Rejection: 56 dB
• Output Level: 100 mV (30 % modulation)
• Aerial Inputs: 75 Ω coaxial / 300 Ω balanced
• Output Connection: 5-pin DIN (L/R + mono)
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 260 × 92 × 165 mm
• Weight: 2.7 kg
• Finish: Dark grey
• Included: Accessories, manual and original packaging
Learn more about the Quad FM3 on HiFi Engine here.
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Len Wallis Audio Excellence Promise
Since 1978, Len Wallis Audio has been a trusted name in hi-fi, curating premium audio solutions from our Lane Cove showroom in Sydney. For over four decades, we’ve selected products that deliver outstanding performance and quality.
Our focus on innovation ensures every item meets audiophile standards. Whether upgrading or building a new system, our team helps you find the ideal audio solution for your needs.
Experience the FM3 in person with an audition at our Lane Cove showroom. With expert guidance and a commitment to satisfaction, we make your audio journey seamless and rewarding.
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Is this the right buy for your system at this price? At A$500, it lands above the A$435 75th percentile and looks ambitious versus the recent used market, which centers around A$370; it’s not outrageous, but it should be justified by strong condition, fresh servicing, or especially complete provenance.
The appeal here is the Quad FM3’s reputation as a classic tuner with a civilized, musical presentation and strong vintage charm. That makes it attractive to a collector or anyone wanting a period-correct source piece, but at this level the seller really needs to earn the premium with careful upkeep, working lamps, and honest originality, because age-related drift and tired alignment matter more than cosmetic sparkle.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Quad, the venerable British hi-fi brand, traces its origins to 1936 in London, when engineer Peter J. Walker founded S.P. Fidelity Sound Systems, soon renamed the Acoustical Manufacturing Company. Relocating to Huntingdon in 1941 after wartime bombing, the firm shifted from public address gear to domestic audio amid post-war demand for superior sound reproduction. Walker's pioneering ethos—prioritizing "the closest approach to the original sound"—defined Quad from its early QA12 amplifiers, adopted by the BBC, to the iconic Quad I of 1953.
The brand excels in amplifiers and electrostatic loudspeakers, revolutionizing both categories. The Quad II power amplifier of 1953 introduced cathode coupling for vanishingly low distortion, while the 1956 ESL 57 delivered the world's first full-range electrostatic speaker, employing a massless film diaphragm for unparalleled transparency and transient speed. Quad advanced into solid-state with the 1967 303 and transistor designs featuring innovative "Triples" output stages, later expanding to integrated amps like the 99 series, moving-coil speakers, and modern electrostatic models such as the ESL 988 and 989.
Today, under the International Audio Group since 1997, Quad holds a prestigious position in the high-end market, revered by audiophiles for its unyielding pursuit of accuracy over trends. Its heritage components command vintage collector status, yet contemporary offerings maintain a niche boutique appeal among discerning buyers seeking refined, distortion-free reproduction that honors Walker's legacy.
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