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Blind Person Needs a New FM Receiver

I need advice. My grandfather is 85 years old, is blind, and needs a new FM receiver, but can't find something that meets his special needs. His old FM receiver, a Yamaha KR 1000, finally bit the dust. He is looking for a new self contained integrated unit that he can examine, if possible, that has the following features: high definition FM tuner, CDP, push button controls - no LCD because he can't see the display, amp and pre-amp in the same unit of course.

Your advice is greatly appreciated!!! Thanks.
bifwynne
elevick
2,638 posts
 
I like my trio, however not for a blind person. The remote is impossible to use in the dark because all of the buttons are identical. You have to use the remote for certain functions as well.
Have you looked at the NAD or Rotel. It could be a dvd receiver, couln't it?
The little denon units work well too. I put one in an elderly friends house and she was quite pleased with how simple it was.
bifwynne OP
2,206 posts
 
Restarting this thread. I would still appreciate any suggestions. My Grandfather is still looking. Thanks
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mapman
22,589 posts
 
GEt the old Yamaha repaired, if possible. Its great stuff and your grandfather is likely very acclimated to it

Or search vintage audio on teh internet and you will find vendors specializing in vintage audio that may offer something similar for reasonable cost and with a limited warranty.
martykl
3,578 posts
 
The NAD Viso models include a CD/DVD player (per your OP - I think), is well made and deeply discounted by Audioadvisor.com. NAD remotes are well laid out and the stuff usually sounds pretty good, too.

Good Luck.

Marty
singleendedsingle
664 posts
 
I agree with the guys, if your grandpa likes the yamaha. Then get it repaired.
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