HITACHI VT-1600 (1986) | Hi-Fi EX5

 

The VT-1600 was a Midi-size, high-definition HQ & Hi-Fi Stereo video recorder. This multi-functional device is compactly designed and measures just 32cm wide. It's the perfect size for Hitachi's "Wing" component system (Wing AV7, AV9). When combined with the VT-TU1600, which has a built-in audio multiplex modulation/demodulation circuit, you can create programed recording of pre-set TV stations (2-week scheduling of 4 programs (repeatable daily or weekly) and simultaneous recording). When integrated into a "Wing" system it can be operated with an AV remote control. This VHS Hi-Fi VCR was part of Hitachi's Mastacs EX5 series of components. ● System: Rotating 2-head helical scan VHS system (NTSC compliant) ● Power consumption: 34W ● External dimensions: Width 320 x Height 95 x Depth 351 mm ● Weight: 7.5 kg. Original sale price in japan: ¥169,800 (Wireless Remote Control Included). This model received a Good Design Award in 1986 with the design being credited to: Hitachi, Ltd. Design Laboratory.

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UHER HiFi Z100 (1978) | Stadium Full of Sound

 

The UHER HiFi Z100 from 1978 allowed you to assemble a stereo system into a visually and technically coordinated functional unit in a space-saving manner. The EG 750 Hi-Fi stereo tuner, VG 850 stereo integrated amplifier with a 2x60W Sinus DIN power rating, and the CG 350 stereo cassette recorder could be inserted into three compartments. Below the device compartments is another compartment where accessories or parts can be stored, such as the W 775 headphones. In the lowest part of the rack, behind a mirrored glass door, there is space for the upright storage of approximately 100 12-inch records. There are also three drawers there for storing 10 compact cassettes each. The black oak decor is coordinated with the equipment. The rack's edges are impact-protected by black, anodized aluminum profiles, giving it an elegant appearance. The finishing profile of the intermediate shelves is also made of black anodized aluminum and completely covers the gap between two pieces of equipment, so that their feet remain invisible.

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TELEFUNKEN TRX-2000 (1978) | Weltspitzenklasse - Made in Germany

 

The Telefunken TRX 2000 stands as one of the most ambitious and technologically advanced receivers of the 1970s, combining powerful quadraphonic amplification, precision digital tuning, and sophisticated German engineering in a single flagship component. Designed to exceed contemporary Hi-Fi standards, the TRX 2000 offered crystal oscillator-controlled digital tuning across FM, MW, LW, and SW bands, ensuring exceptional frequency accuracy and ultra-low distortion reception. Its illuminated digital display not only provided exact frequency readout but also functioned as a 24-hour clock, a highly innovative feature for its era. Delivering an impressive 2 x 60 watts RMS in stereo mode or 4 x 50 watts RMS in quadraphonic operation (4 x 90 watt Musik power), the TRX 2000 was engineered for both power and flexibility. The receiver supported SQ, Discrete, and CD-4 quadraphonic playback systems, making it a versatile centerpiece for advanced multi-channel audio installations. Seven touch-sensitive FM station presets allowed instant access to favorite broadcasts, while Telefunken's intelligent AFC system automatically disengaged during tuning and reactivated after a precisely timed delay for optimum station locking. A distinctive feature of the TRX 2000 is its quartet of fast-response LED VU meters, providing accurate real-time monitoring of amplifier output levels. Additional tuning aids included a signal strength indicator and computer-controlled AFC circuitry, helping users achieve the highest possible reception quality even with distant stations. Noise and rumble filters, presence control, and comprehensive tone adjustment options further enhanced listening enjoyment across all program sources. The receiver's remarkable connectivity reflected its professional ambitions. The TRX 2000 could accommodate up to six loudspeakers, two turntables, three tape recorders, three headphones, and a microphone simultaneously. Its innovative two-room, two-program capability even allowed different audio sources to be enjoyed independently in separate rooms. Built in a striking matte-black metal chassis, the Telefunken TRX 2000 earned widespread acclaim from the specialist hi-fi press, which praised its outstanding FM performance, powerful 4 x 50 watt amplifier section, and wealth of advanced features. Often described as Telefunken's entry into the highest echelon of high-fidelity audio, the TRX 2000 remains a highly sought-after vintage receiver, admired by collectors and enthusiasts for its unique blend of digital innovation, quadraphonic capability, and exceptional German craftsmanship. Dimensions (W/H/D) 494x163x386mm | Weight 23,5kg | Original sale price in Germany 3.100 DM

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