Nakamichi RE-2 Stereo Receiver – Powerful 55 WPC
$345.00
Fifty-five watts a channel into 8 ohms at 0.1% distortion, from a linear supply and a discrete output stage. Moving-magnet phono, variable loudness, A and B speaker outputs, and pre-out/main-in if you ever want to split it. The motorised volume works from the original Nakamichi remote, which comes with it. Cleaned, DeOxIT serviced and fully tested.
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Nakamichi RE-2 Stereo Receiver – 55 WPC, Serviced and Tested, with Original Remote
This Nakamichi RE-2 stereo receiver is a fantastic example of late 20th-century Japanese engineering—elegant, powerful, and built to last. Delivering a clean 55 watts per channel into 8 ohms, it combines refined sound quality with a wide range of useful features. The unit has been thoroughly tested, cleaned, and DeOxIT serviced, ensuring smooth, noise-free operation. It comes with its original Nakamichi system remote and a soft-copy PDF manual for reference.
The RE-2 represents Nakamichi’s traditional attention to sonic integrity, offering precise control, low distortion, and a warm, balanced tonal character. Inside, a robust linear power supply and high-current discrete transistors provide stable power delivery and dynamic headroom, allowing this receiver to drive even quality bookshelf and moderate floor-standing speakers with ease. Its phono input (moving magnet) and full complement of line-level inputs make it ideal for turntables, CD players, and streamers alike.
A motorized volume control allows remote adjustment without degrading sound quality, while variable loudness and high-speed protection circuits enhance real-world usability. Dual speaker outputs (A/B) accommodate multiple listening zones, and pre-out/main-in connections support integration with external amplifiers or signal processors.
Key Features:
55W per channel into 8Ω (20–20,000Hz, 0.1% THD)
Discrete high-current output stage for dynamic control
Moving-magnet phono input for turntables
Tone controls: Bass ±10dB (20Hz), Treble ±10dB (20kHz)
Variable loudness for balanced low-level listening
Dual speaker outputs (A/B) and pre-out/main-in jacks
Motorized volume with remote control functionality
Supplied with original Nakamichi remote and PDF manual
Cleaned, DeOxIT serviced, and fully tested
Specifications:
Tuning Range: FM / MW (AM)
Power Output: 55W + 55W (8Ω), 0.1% THD
Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (±0.5dB)
Input Sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM phono), 150mV (line)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 78dB (phono), 100dB (line)
Output: 150mV (line), 1V (pre-out)
Speaker Impedance: 4Ω minimum
Dimensions: 430 × 100 × 370 mm (17″ × 3.9″ × 14.6″)
Weight: 9 kg (19.8 lbs)
Accessories: Original remote control
This RE-2 is a beautiful example of Japanese craftsmanship: refined build quality, smooth tactile controls, and a musical, transparent presentation. Perfect for audiophiles who value understated looks, quiet operation, and exceptional sonic balance.
Asking just $345 for this high-quality Nakamichi receiver.
Includes Radique’s “Bumper to Bumper” warranty and Perpetual Trade-Back Policy—buy with total confidence.
| Weight | 22 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 18.6 × 21 × 8 in |
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