Sony - ST-A30L analog stereo Tuner

SONY ST-A30L – Vintage FM Stereo / FM-AM Hi-Fi Tuner – Made in Japan (1979)

Sony ST-A30L tuner, a vintage Hi-Fi unit from the renowned Japanese brand Sony, produced in the late 1970s.

It is in good cosmetic condition and fully functional.

This model is notable for its solid build, classic design with a metallic silver front panel and an analog tuning scale, features highly valued by vintage audio enthusiasts.

Equipped with a superheterodyne circuit and Sony Acute Servo Lock system, it provides stable and precise reception of radio broadcasts.

The ST-A30L version offers FM stereo and AM reception, including long-wave (LW).

Technical specifications

- Brand: Sony
- Model: ST-A30L
- Year of production: approximately 1979
- Origin: Japan
- Type: FM Stereo / FM-AM Tuner
- Tuning system: Analog
- Circuit: Super-heterodyne
- Stabilization system: Acute Servo Lock

FM Section

- Frequency range: 87.5 – 108 MHz
- Mono sensitivity: 3.5 µV
- Stereo sensitivity: 40 µV
- Signal-to-noise ratio: up to 65 dB (mono)
- Stereo separation: up to 45 dB
- Total harmonic distortion: 0.15% (mono) / 0.4% (stereo)
- Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz

AM Section:

- AM and LW reception
- AM signal-to-noise ratio: approximately 52 dB

Connections and power:

- Antenna input: 300 Ω (balanced)
- Antenna input: 75 Ω (unbalanced)
- Power supply: 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
- Power consumption: approximately 7 W

Dimensions and weight:

- Width: 430 mm
- Height: 80 mm
- Depth: 275 mm
- Weight: approximately 3.6 kg

Condition and operation

Equipment in good condition and fully functional, with signs of use appropriate to its age and handling.

An excellent opportunity for vintage Hi-Fi equipment collectors or to integrate into a classic Sony audio system or one from other brands.

It will be carefully prepared for transport.