This nice little Akai unit showed up this week, the UC-U2 amplifier, this 23WPC unit is from the early 80's and would have come as part of the micro systems that where popular during that time.
The build quality is pretty good on the inside with a large toriodal transformer and pretty impressive 6800uf filter caps. For 23WPC this means it will be pretty stable under 4 ohm loads.
There is two tape monitor loops and a decent phono stage.
It is a pretty nice sounding unit for 23WPC with plenty of punch.
Compared to the earlier Akai AM-2450 it is not as nice sonically or visually, still it is a super cool little unit.
The build quality is pretty good on the inside with a large toriodal transformer and pretty impressive 6800uf filter caps. For 23WPC this means it will be pretty stable under 4 ohm loads.
There is two tape monitor loops and a decent phono stage.
It is a pretty nice sounding unit for 23WPC with plenty of punch.
Compared to the earlier Akai AM-2450 it is not as nice sonically or visually, still it is a super cool little unit.
Saw this unit in a vintage/antiques store, how much would you say it's worth on its own and in a combo with the radio tuner (UC-K2) and turntable (AP-B20, I think)? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHard to say the value. Depends on condition and local market for vintage units. EBay is a guideline or Canuck Audio Mart.
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