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Verkauft wird ein ELAC 4101 T Quadrosound Receiver (Electroacustic GmbH Kiel, Made in Western Germany), gebaut ca. 1972-75. Mit Syntector (6 Sensor-Stationstasten), Quadrosound-Regler, Rumpel-/Rauschfilter, AFC und Empfang UKW/MW/LW/KW. Anschlüsse für Plattenspieler, Tonband und Lautsprecher.
New, the ELAC 4101T sold for roughly EUR 1,368–1,398 Deutsche Mark in the early 1970s, but today’s used examples commonly appear around EUR 50–120, with tested, tidy units occasionally higher. At EUR 140, this is therefore a little above the ordinary private-sale market—not a bargain, though still defensible if fully working and cosmetically strong.
It is a substantial German receiver with a handsome wooden case, useful AM/FM coverage, phono, switchable 2 × 20 W or 2 × 50 W output, and the distinctive Quadrosound circuitry. Its rarity and enthusiast appeal add some value, particularly with a clean faceplate and original controls. Before paying the premium, confirm both channels, FM stereo, phono, all inputs, controls, lighting, and the correct 220 V setting; untested examples are usually better bought nearer EUR 80–100.
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Elac, a cornerstone of German audio engineering, traces its origins to September 1, 1926, when Electroacustic GmbH was founded in Kiel by Dr. Heinrich Hecht, Dr. Wilhelm Rudolph, and Gerhard Schmidt. Initially focused on sonar technology and underwater acoustics for maritime applications, the company peaked at 5,000 employees during World War II, supplying the Kriegsmarine. Postwar restrictions pivoted it toward consumer goods like sewing machines and radios, while distributing brands such as Sony, Fisher, and Nakamichi in Germany. By 1978, it divested its nautical division to concentrate on hi-fi, with Austrian CEO Wolfgang John taking the helm in 1981 to steer its modern trajectory.
Elac excels primarily in loudspeakers, renowned for innovations like the 1985 4Pi omnidirectional tweeter and the JET folded-ribbon tweeter, which deliver exceptional dispersion and clarity. Its portfolio spans high-end floorstanders, bookshelves, and compact systems across series like Vela, Solano, and Debut, alongside turntables such as the Miracord lineup, subwoofers, and electronics including amplifiers and DACs. This broad yet speaker-centric range caters to discerning setups from entry-level to reference-grade.
Positioned as a high-end mainstay with mid-tier accessibility, Elac commands respect among audiophiles for its precise German engineering, balancing value and performance without chasing boutique exclusivity. Under John's enduring leadership, it sustains a reputation for dynamic, transparent sound that rivals elite competitors, appealing to knowledgeable buyers seeking timeless quality over fleeting trends.
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