Sony - TA-1140 Solid state integrated amplifier

Rare Vintage Sony TA-1140 Stereo Amplifier – Audiophile-grade quality from the 1970s
Are you looking for that authentic, warm vintage sound wrapped in a timeless industrial design? Then the Sony TA-1140 is the perfect choice. This integrated amplifier from the renowned Sony Dynamics series (circa 1971–1973) was built in a time when quality came first.
Key features:
• Build quality: A heavy, all-metal chassis with a beautifully brushed aluminum front panel and the unique vertical sliders that Sony was known for at the time.
• Sound character: The TA-1140 is known for its powerful, detailed playback with very musical headroom.
• Versatility: Equipped with an excellent phono stage for your turntable and the ability to separate the pre- and power-amp (Pre-out / Main-in), which is rare in this price range.

This amplifier is a showpiece for any collector or audio enthusiast who prefers the build quality of yesteryear over today’s plastic components.

Technical Specifications:
Output power: 35 watts per channel at 8 ohms (stereo)
Frequency response: 15 Hz to 80 kHz
Total harmonic distortion (THD): less than 0.1%
Damping factor: 100
Inputs: Phono (2x), Tuner, Aux (3x), Tape (2x)
Pre-amp / Power-amp: Removable/separable via rear
Dimensions: 400 x 149 x 316 mm
Weight: approx. 10.2 kg
Year of manufacture: 1971 - 1974

Warranty:
The audio equipment we offer is mostly vintage equipment 40 years old or older. Each unit is carefully checked by us, professionally cleaned and extensively tested before being offered for sale.

Despite this careful inspection, a defect may occur upon receipt or after some time. Due to the age of the equipment, such faults may arise unexpectedly and are unfortunately outside our control.

For that reason we cannot provide a warranty on vintage equipment. We understand this can be inconvenient and we think it is important to be transparent and honest about this. Of course we do our utmost to deliver each unit in as good a condition as possible.