The Pioneer TX-5 A is a tube tuner manufactured between 1967 and 1969 in Japan. This model features a sleek silver design and delivers a classic tube audio experience. It operates within the FM and MW frequency ranges, specifically VHF from 88-108 MHz and MW from 535-1605 KHz. The tuner has a frequency response from 30 Hz to 15 kHz, providing a rich sound profile suitable for various audio needs. It boasts an input sensitivity of 2.5 µV, achieving an impressive signal-to-noise ratio of 60 dB. The TX-5 A exhibits a low distortion factor in stereo mode, rated at 0.8%, ensuring clearer sound reproduction. Channel separation is greater than 35 dB, with selectivity measuring at 30 dB. The tuner is also capable of AM suppression at 50 dB, contributing to the overall quality of the audio output. This model weighs 8.5 kg and has dimensions of 390 mm (W) x 150 mm (H) x 330 mm (D). Original pricing was approximately 31,800 Yen in Japan and 760 DM in 1965. The TX-5 A was designed to pair with specific amplifiers, including the Pioneer SM-83 and SMT-84, further enhancing its performance capabilities.
