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Dynaco PAT-5 Solid State Stereo PreamplifierCondition:Good vintage condition. Shows typical cosmetic wear for its age (light scratches/scuffs). Service needed.Pickup Preferred in our Audio Department or shipping can be arranged158 W Clinton StDover, NJ 078017 days a week from 11AM - 6PMOur in-house Technician is available M-F during store hours._______________________________________________________________________________Description:Up for sale is a Dynaco PAT-5 solid-state stereo preamplifier, a well-regarded piece of vintage hi-fi gear known for its clean signal path and classic 1970s design. This unit is a great addition for collectors or anyone building a vintage audio system.The PAT-5 offers multiple inputs, smooth control response, and that warm, vintage Dynaco character. Ideal for pairing with a power amp and turntable setup.Specifications:Type: Solid-state stereo preamplifierInputs: Phono, Tuner, Aux, TapeControls: Volume, Balance, Bass, Treble, SelectorWeight:~6 lbs (2.7 kg)Dimensions:Approx. 13" W x 9" D x 3" H
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Dynaco emerged in 1955 from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, when hi-fi pioneer David Hafler partnered with engineer Ed Laurent to form the Dyna Company. Hafler brought expertise from his earlier Acrosound venture, which produced high-quality output transformers starting in 1950. The duo targeted the burgeoning hi-fi market with affordable, DIY-friendly kits, launching the Mk II 50-watt tube amplifier shortly after incorporation and relocating to a former chocolate factory for expanded operations.
The brand specialized in tube amplifiers that defined its legacy, including the iconic Stereo 70—over 350,000 units sold—alongside models like the Mk III. Dynaco expanded into FM tuners such as the FM-1, bookshelf speakers like the A-25, solid-state amps, and innovative systems like the Dynaquad for simulated four-channel sound. Late-1970s efforts included the Phase III speakers, though the company shifted toward kits and components emphasizing value and performance.
Dynaco holds a revered position as the era's top-selling tube amp maker, beloved by budget-conscious audiophiles for reliable, high-value hi-fi. Liquidated in 1980 after Hafler's sale to a toy firm, its vintage gear remains a collector's staple, with later revivals by Panor Corporation producing replicas for tube enthusiasts seeking that classic warmth and build-it-yourself appeal.
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