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Specifications
Type: Mono/Stereo Tuner
Tuning Bands: FM, MW
Tuning Scale: Digital
FM Tuning Range: 87.9 to 107.9 MHz
MW Tuning Range: 530 to 1710 kHz
Sensitivity: 1.0uV (FM), 25uV (MW)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 66dB (FM), 40dB (MW)
Distortion: 0.2% (FM), 0.8% (MW)
Selectivity: 50dB (FM)
Frequency response: 30Hz to 15kHz (FM)
Output: 500mV (FM), 150mV (MW)
Dimensions: 455 x 75.5 x 306mm
Weight: 3.4kg
Repair:
Tested
Cleaned
The Onkyo T-401 is a solid, no-nonsense digital tuner, and US$75 lands a touch above the market center but not out of line. With recent comps at a US$63 median and US$52/US$71 as the 25th/75th percentiles, this sits in the upper-middle of the normal range rather than looking like a bargain or a stretch.
What makes it appealing is the kind of straightforward, well-built tuner performance Onkyo was known for: clean reception, simple operation, and a useful digital readout without gimmicks. If it’s genuinely working well and includes the remote or original accessories, that adds real value; at this price, I’d mainly want reassurance on reception, display health, and stable station lock, since those are the practical things that matter most on older tuner gear.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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