Vintage REALISTIC SA-101 Stereo Amplifier +Solo 103 Speakers

Radio Shack sold a number of interesting mini-amplifiers from 1969-1980. A few were exceptional and many were quite decent. The SA-101 was the last in the line of their better performing mini-amplifiers. When introduced in 1975, its '"clean, modern style" cosmetics were a departure from the "classic silver era" look that was trending at the time. Its successor in the Realistic line, introduced in 1980, returned to classic cosmetics but could not match the performance of the SA-101, which boasted higher power and a more usable tone control. THIS OFFERING IS FOR THE REALISTIC SA-101 AMPLIFIER WITH A PAIR OF SOLO-103 SPEAKERS. The SOLO-103 are  classic mid-60"s single driver speakers with a uniquely appealing sound. Not much low end but with the detailed presentation, good balance and  superior imaging that make single driver speakers so appealing. Foster Electronics made the four inch drivers ( 10F3, F-103 and FE-103) that perform remarkably well with low power amps. Made In Japan. Combining the sonic appeal with attractive retro styling, the Solo-103 remains one of the great bargains in the world of low-budget audio. They sold for $ 16 per speaker when introduced in 1967 but they have always delivered a quality listening experience, winning them a devoted following and considerable acclaim for 50+ years.  The SA-101 amplifier performed well with many of the entry level speakers that Radio Shack and others offered. It is a fun amplifier to use with a number of small single driver speakers including Realistic Solo-1, Minimus 8 , Solo-103 and JVC Executive Series.  It even offers reasonably  good performance with small 2-ways like the Realistic Minimus 5 and Minimus 25 and 26. A nice value in a very compact 3.5" x 9.25" x 7" package wrapped in walnut gained vinyl veneer. Purchasers East of the Mississippi may receive a refund of any excess shipping charges.We keep several amps in stock and are able to do exchanges if you report any problems within 60 days of purchase.