Nakamichi AV3S ?

[v1d9uy]

im sure the Nakamichi AV3S is a oldy ... but is it goody to ? i am not familiar with this brand whatsoever i could pick one up perty cheap and was wondering if it was a good ole receiever or .. junk?

[JesseG]

Im suprised no-one else answered you query.
To my mind, everything Nakamichi made (makes) is first rate.
Im not familiar with the model AV3S - if it is an early home theater receiver, it might not be worth much.

I would say; if it has phono inputs, grab it!

Their cassette decks were the undisputed state-of-the-art in the 80s. I still have 2 and wont part with them.

Jess

[anatech]

Hi JesseG,
I was authorized warranty for Nakamichi until I sold my shop. I am not familiar with the AV3S so I didn't comment.

I was not happy with the quality of the recievers after the stassis series (TA-2 ~4). However, they may be better still than others out there. Lifestyle, who needs it? That's where they were going. I imagine it will sound good, being a Nakamichi.

-Chris

[JesseG]

I was authorized warranty for Nakamichi until I sold my shop. I am not familiar with the AV3S so I didn't comment.

Hi Chris:

As you say, they changed their style somewhat in the early-mid '90s. I guess the marketing guys got hold of the place :0(

However during the '80s they were the yardstick for how good Japaneese audio could be IMHO.

BTW: with your background in Nak service, do you know much about the BX-2 ctd? I have a drive problem (i'm sure it is mechanical) in the tape take-up spindle on mine and since no-one will officially service them any more, I will have to FYI (fix it your {my} self). Then again, that's what this website is all about, isn't it? Anyway, I am not afraid of getting into the transport to do a repair, I would just like to know what to look for.

Jess

[anatech]

Hi Jess,
You have mail.

-Chris