TEAC AG-790A Stereo Receiver Review

I'm sure I can't add much to the list of nice features - like 4 speaker control, easy and memorable buttons for each main function (like AUX, TAPE, that sort of thing). And maybe there's some hiss always, though I'm not sure as it's lower than my urban ambient noise, I guess.

What I can say authoritatively (based on my N of 1) is: this unit lasts and lasts with nary a bleep. I was just surprised to see myself prompted to write an Amazon review. I forgot I owned it! It's been the same amp for what seems like going on 10 years (can't be sure, but many years, certainly more than 5). I use the receiver often - mostly for amplifying DVD outputs, playing CD's, and amplifying several tape machines. All of which it handles dependably and reliably for years, and years, and years. There's not many amps or tape players which hold up so incredibly well over more than 3 or 4 years. This and my Sony Betamax are survivors!

I can't comment on receiver sensitivity etc., as I rarely use the radio except in times of emergency (AM) or trying to catch a live concert (FM). It's now rare in this cable/optical age to find FM simulcasts of concerts and things. Maybe I'm not as demanding as I used to be, as a recording engineer in the (first) era of vinyl, FM, then digital CD's.
But I can play master CD's and open-reel tape, or crank up the volume on a classic movie on the telly, and it's all good! In my environment (2 different rooms, 2 sets of speakers) it has served me very well for a long, long time in electronics years. I think some of its protection has served me well, too (such as turning off the speakers if one pair or another of speakers is disconnected or shorted). But mostly, it just works!

As a plain but versatile receiver with lots of power and easy to use controls, for what seems a relatively good price, if it's still made, it's hard to beat this if it offers the things you need and want. Reliable, easy to use, quite decent sound characteristics. Tuner: ymmv.

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