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Discover the Yamaha CR-620 at Len Wallis Audio in Lane Cove | SH20774Classic late-1970s AM/FM receiver combining 35 W of low-distortion power, precise analogue tuning and Yamaha’s Natural Sound voicing.Key FeaturesHonest Power Output: 35 W per channel into 8 Ω with 0.05 % THD across t...
Versus the local used-market anchor, A$750 sits right around the top of the typical range: above the A$724 median and just under the A$755 75th percentile, so it reads as a slightly ambitious but still defensible ask rather than a bargain. It is not overpriced in a way that would scare off a serious buyer, but it does need to justify itself with clean presentation and known-good operation.
The CR-620 has a solid reputation as a lively, well-built vintage Yamaha receiver with enough power for efficient speakers and that classic warm, musical late-70s character. At this level, value comes from condition, originality, and whether it has been recently serviced; if it is tidy, fully working, and not noisy on controls or switches, this is the kind of piece worth paying near the top of the range for.
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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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