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Best reasonably priced classic hi-end tuner

Hi fellow Audiogoners - I am looking for a classic FM tuner that won't break the bank. I understand the early McIntosh tuners such as the MR 67, 71 and 78 are highly regarded but there are conflicting opinions as to which sounds best. I would love a Marantz 1O B, but i don't have $3,000 to spend. I welcome your timely thoughts on the Mac's and am open to other suggestions as well.
Thanks in advance.
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jl35
3,976 posts
 
check out some old threads by Don Scott, member name bdscott, great info...
steveaudio
331 posts
 
Another vote for the Fanfare FT-1(A) & the Magnum Dynalab FT101A. I've owned both for years & they both have terrific sound quality & reception IMO. I even have a "spare" Magnum Dynalab FT101A sitting around, but it seems too great a tuner to let go for the $350-ish they're going for now.

Old Macs are a totally different thing, but there are plenty of old threads & info discussing them. That's IF you're jones-ing for a vintage Mac.....
schubert
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Nikko Gamma series, esp analogue Gamma 1
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dayglow
1,874 posts
 
Onkyo-T9090-the mk.2 version has a remote. Not sure which model has the better sound.
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