PIONEER mini HI-FI 3000 (1979)

 

The Pioneer Mini Hi-Fi 3000 System was introduced in 1979 and it was presented as "a new standard for high fidelity". Not just the dimensions that are noteworthy. Two other important aspects deserve to be highlighted: ease of use and sound quality. Unlike even smaller and more expensive mini or micro systems, Pioneer presented a system that met high musical demands. For example, the Pioneer Mini Hi-Fi System includes an integrated turntable (still the primary program source). All other components are grouped around the turntable – matching in style and technology. The heart of this mini system is a flat, perfectly constructed stereo amplifier. The power amplifier section is DC-coupled and has an OCL output to improve transient response. The power supply contains an expensive, oversized core transformer and four electrolytic capacitors. The TX-3000 tuner (FM/AM) incorporates a triple rotary capacitor. Its sensitivity is 16.2 dBf. The PL-3000 fully automatic turntable has two motors: a brushless DC Hall servo motor for direct drive of the platter and a second for full automation. The coaxial damping system, as in the more expensive models, dampens resonances. The Dolby cassette deck features a cassette drawer. This design detail was necessary to maintain the flat design, while keeping the cassette in view at all times. Another special feature not found on every cassette machine is a dedicated display for monitoring how much tape has been used and how much time remains for recording or playback. Finally, the mini components include a specially designed speaker box: the compact 2-way CS-X2 model, perfectly matched to the mini system; the maximum power handling is 50 watts. Pioneer also offered a specially designed audio rack (B-3000) for the components of the mini hi-fi system. It consists of two parts, each measuring 38×40×35 cm. These two parts can be stacked or placed side by side. If you need suitable speakers for the mini system: Pioneer offers various systems. You can choose between the HPM-30, the CS-X3 (the smallest Pioneer speaker), and the CS-X2. Specifications:

SA-3000 INTEGRATED STEREO AMPLIFIER

40W + 40W (8 ohms, 20-20,000Hz, 0.02% THD), Dimensions: 380 (W) × 83 (H) x 295 (D) mm, Weight: 7.6 kg

TX-3000 FM/AM STEREO TUNER

FM usable sensitivity: Mono; 10.3 dBf (1.8 µV) (IHF), 0.7 µV (26 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 75 ohms) (DIN), Stereo; 20 µV (46 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 75 ohms) (DIN) Dimensions: 380 (W) × 83 (H) × 335 (D) mm, Weight: 4 kg 

PL-3000 FULLY AUTOMATIC DIRECT-DRIVE TURNTABLE

Wow and flutter: 0.03% (RMS, rated), ±0.042% (DIN), Rumble Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 75dB (DIN B) Dimensions: 384 (W) x 145 (H) x 360 (D) mm, Weight: 7.9 kg

CT-3000M Stereo Cassette Deck with Metal Tape Compatibility and Dolby* Noise Reduction, Wow and flutter: 0.05% (RMS, rated), ±0.17% (DIN) Frequency range: 20-19,000 Hz (Metal) Dimensions: 382 (W) × 83 (H) × 329 (D) mm, Weight: 6.4 kg 

CS-X2 TWO-WAY LOUDSPEAKER

Transducers: 16 cm cone woofer, 2.5 cm soft dome tweeter, Frequency response: 60-20,000 Hz Dimensions: 220 (W) × 380 (H) × 205 (D) mm, Weight: 6.5 kg (14 lb. 5 oz.)

B-3000 AUDIO RACK (Optional accessory)

Dimensions: 380 (W) × 401 (H) × 350 (D) mm, Weight: 13 kg (weighed with two parts together)

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