The Nikko STA-701 is a stereo receiver that was produced during the early 1970s in Japan. It features a sleek black design, characteristic of the era. The receiver is compact, measuring approximately 390 x 130 x 340 mm (WxHxD) and weighs around 8 kg. It has a power consumption rating of up to 140 watts maximum and operates efficiently at a nominal power draw of 38 watts. The STA-701 is designed with various input connections including two Phono inputs, Tape, Aux, and a Microphone input. It also has a built-in tuner capable of receiving FM and MW frequencies. The amplifier delivers a continuous power output of 2x 20 watts at 8 Ohms and 2x 30 watts at 4 Ohms, with a total harmonic distortion rating of 0.2% at 1 watt output. The frequency response ranges from 20 Hz to 30 kHz with a signal-to-noise ratio of 60 dB for phono and microphone inputs, and 70 dB for tape and aux inputs. The tone control features allow users to adjust bass and treble levels, providing ±13 dB adjustments at specified frequencies. Additionally, the receiver is equipped with FM muting capabilities and includes a headphone output. This model offers a good balance between performance and usability, making it a solid choice for music enthusiasts during its production period.
