SAE - A202 Solid state power amplifier

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SAE A202 power amplifier, manufactured in 1988, in very good condition and fully tested/working.

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SAE A202 – High-End Vintage Power Amplifier (100W + Reference Sound)

SAE A202 power amplifier, a classic American unit from the 1980s, known for its robust build and sound quality far above the era's average.

Delivers 100W per channel at 8Ω, with an extremely linear response (20Hz–20kHz), low distortion (0.025%) and a high damping factor, which results in very firm control of the speakers, especially in the bass.

Typical SAE sound: open, fast, with excellent separation and a strong sense of dynamics. It’s not a “colorful” amplifier — it’s more direct, transparent and with control.

Solid, low-profile, heavy chassis construction and well shielded, typical of professional equipment adapted to domestic Hi-Fi.

Ideal for those who want to make a serious leap in amplification quality within the vintage world.

Main features:
• 100W per channel (8Ω)
• THD: 0.025%
• SNR: 110dB
• Damping factor: 83
• Two independent amplification channels
• Heavy, high-quality construction

Condition: good overall condition, fully functional

Available for demonstration / well-protected shipping or in-person delivery

SAE A202 – High-End Vintage Power Amplifier (100W + Reference Sound)

SAE A202 power amplifier, a classic American unit from the 1980s, known for its robust build and sound quality far above the era's average.

Delivers 100W per channel at 8Ω, with an extremely linear response (20Hz–20kHz), low distortion (0.025%) and a high damping factor, which results in very firm control of the speakers, especially in the bass.

Typical SAE sound: open, fast, with excellent separation and a strong sense of dynamics. It’s not a “colorful” amplifier — it’s more direct, transparent and with control.

Solid, low-profile, heavy chassis construction and well shielded, typical of professional equipment adapted to domestic Hi-Fi.

Ideal for those who want to make a serious leap in amplification quality within the vintage world.

Main features:
• 100W per channel (8Ω)
• THD: 0.025%
• SNR: 110dB
• Damping factor: 83
• Two independent amplification channels
• Heavy, high-quality construction

Condition: good overall condition, fully functional

Available for demonstration / well-protected shipping or in-person delivery

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
SAE
Model
A202
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Very good
Number of objects
1
Includes
No extra's
Year of manufacturing
1988
Weight
12 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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