The Toshiba SA-420 is a receiver that was manufactured between 1976 and 1978, originating from Japan. It features a classic silver finish and is housed in a wooden cabinet. The unit does not come with a remote control and has a power consumption of 140 watts. The dimensions of the receiver are 500 mm in width, 163 mm in height, and 387 mm in depth, weighing approximately 11.5 kg. The original price at launch was around 320 US dollars. In terms of connectivity, the SA-420 offers multiple input options including two Phono inputs, two auxiliary inputs, and tape play options. It supports FM and MW antenna connections. The amplifier section provides a continuous power output of 25 watts RMS at 8 Ohms and 30 watts at 4 Ohms, delivering dynamic power of 38.5 watts at both impedances. The device maintains a total harmonic distortion of less than 0.4% with a signal-to-noise ratio of 70 dB for phono inputs and 90 dB for high-level inputs. Tone controls for bass and treble are available, each allowing adjustments of ± 8 dB. The tuner section can receive FM frequencies from 88 to 108 MHz and MW from 525 to 1605 KHz with a frequency response of 20 - 15,000 Hz. Selectivity, channel separation, and other parameters ensure a good listening experience.
