Sony - TA-F550ES Solid state integrated amplifier

Offered: a Sony TA-F550ES from the legendary ES (Elevated Standard) series. This amplifier from the early 1990s is renowned for its rugged build quality and audiophile performance.

The TA-F550ES is built around Sony’s famous G-Chassis (Gibraltar), a vibration-free die-cast chassis that minimizes unwanted resonances. With its "Spontaneous Twin Drive" power supply and "Super Legato Linear" circuitry, this amplifier delivers a very dynamic and transparent sound.

The unit features a high-quality phono stage (suitable for both MM and MC cartridges), making it an excellent choice for vinyl enthusiasts. The Source Direct function ensures the signal takes the shortest possible path for the highest audio purity.

• Condition: In excellent condition with light signs of use on the top cover.
• Operation: Fully tested and functional. No crackling potentiometers or defects.

Technical Specifications

• Power: 2 x 80 Watts at 8 Ohms (RMS, 20 Hz – 20 kHz)
• Frequency response: 2 Hz to 200,000 Hz
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.003%
• Damping factor: 100
• Inputs: Phono (MM/MC), CD, Tuner, Aux, Tape 1, Tape 2 (with Rec Out selector)
• Special features: G-Chassis, Source Direct, Subsonic Filter, Muting (-20 dB)
• Dimensions: 430 x 150 x 370 mm
• Weight: approx. 11.6 kg

Warranty:
The audio equipment we offer is largely vintage gear 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, it may happen that a defect occurs on receipt or after some time. Due to the age of the equipment, such faults can arise unexpectedly and are unfortunately beyond our control.

For this reason we cannot provide a warranty on vintage equipment. We understand this may be inconvenient and believe it is important to be transparent and honest about it. Of course we do our utmost to deliver every unit in the best possible condition.

We package our products very carefully so the risk of transport damage remains small.

We also arrange transport insurance for every shipment.