The Fez
Well-Known Member
Its been quite a while since I had some vintage Yamaha in the stable. At one point I had a large collection of CA series Yamaha integrated amplifiers. Late 1970's vintage -- from the CA-510 through to the very nice TOTL CA-2010. (note to self, get another CA-2010/2000 and don't sell this one dummy!) ....Still have the CR-2020 beautiful (yet prone to getting a little hot under the collar )receiver -- not goin' anywhere that one...
I was reading about the A-1 some time ago, and thought it is certainly an interesting amplifier. From around the same era as the CA series, (starting 1978) but produced later into early 80's.
Two versions were produced, one silver, one black. Silver was made for the Japan market, and the black is the export model. Identical specs as far as I can see, and apart from the colour, the top covers have different designs and finishes. I was lucky enough to pick up an export model recently and have acquired also the Japanese model.
A discrete amplifier, with a reputedly very nice phono "disc" stage inside. All DC design.
Both amplifiers are working, but are really showing their age, and will obviously benefit from a full restoration -- no question. Following a very brief listen, something tells me this amp could be something special.
With a really nice minimalist Yamaha design, the A-1 is a classic.
I was reading about the A-1 some time ago, and thought it is certainly an interesting amplifier. From around the same era as the CA series, (starting 1978) but produced later into early 80's.
Two versions were produced, one silver, one black. Silver was made for the Japan market, and the black is the export model. Identical specs as far as I can see, and apart from the colour, the top covers have different designs and finishes. I was lucky enough to pick up an export model recently and have acquired also the Japanese model.
A discrete amplifier, with a reputedly very nice phono "disc" stage inside. All DC design.
Both amplifiers are working, but are really showing their age, and will obviously benefit from a full restoration -- no question. Following a very brief listen, something tells me this amp could be something special.
With a really nice minimalist Yamaha design, the A-1 is a classic.