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This is an ambitious ask. At £120, it sits well above the three-comparable median of £87 and also clears the £94 75th-percentile figure, so it is not a standout buy unless the example is exceptionally clean, serviced, or supplied with desirable original accessories.
The A-22 is a nicely built Japanese integrated from the early 1980s, offering a useful 35 watts per channel, a competent phono stage, and an engaging, straightforward sound with suitable speakers. Its metal construction and simple controls are appealing, but age means switches, controls, lamps, and capacitors deserve checking. At this price, insist on a demonstration with both channels working cleanly; otherwise, negotiate toward the £77–£94 market range.
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Onkyo traces its roots to postwar Japan, founded in 1946 in Osaka by Takeshi Goda, an engineer at Matsushita Electric who envisioned high-quality Japanese loudspeakers. Initially established as Osaka Denki Onkyo K.K., the company began production in 1948 with the acclaimed ED-100 speaker featuring a 25 cm driver, quickly building a reputation through LP concerts and innovative designs that resonated with audiophiles.
The brand excels in premium home audio, renowned for AV receivers, hi-fi amplifiers, and surround sound speakers that deliver exceptional clarity and power. Its portfolio spans turntables, DACs, headphones, and cables, bolstered by acquisitions like Pioneer's home electronics division in 2015, enabling cutting-edge integrations such as internet radio and high-resolution streaming.
Onkyo holds a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by discerning buyers for reliable performance and value rather than ultra-high-end exotica. Despite bankruptcy challenges in the late 2010s, its revival under new ownership preserves a legacy of technological innovation and pure sound enjoyment, appealing to both vintage enthusiasts and modern home cinema setups.
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