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Description :
As successor to one of the most sensitive, selective and sonically accurate FM tuners, the Magnum Dynalab FT-101A continues the tradition by further defining state-of-the-art in analog FM tuner design. The front panel is devoid of needless push buttons, lights, knobs and fluorescent displays. At the left of the panel are five small toggle switches to handle mono/stereo selection, wide and narrow i.f. modes, a.f.c., and muting. A center-tune meter is fittingly positioned center on the panel, flanked by a multipath meter at the left and a signal-strength meter at the right. The four-digit frequency display located below the center-tune meter is derived from the continuously variable local-oscillator frequency. A three-stage r.f. MOS-FET front-end is employed, and separate i.f. configurations are used for the narrow and wide w.f. modes. A rotary tuning knob is coupled to a flywheel for smooth tuning feel, albeit without the old traveling dial pointer.

The antenna is constructed of a flexible metal band similar to the metal strip used in tape measures, it can be pulled up on the center of the metal band and thereby reducing the lengths of its two dipole rods. The business ends of the metal band remain rigid and extended, and they can be rotated for best reception. The MOSFET front end provides 3 stages of very careful and precise amplification. Signals are strengthened and defined by using highly effective "group delay" filtering to have a sonically correct audio signal that contains all the inherent richness and brilliance of the source being broadcast. It offers even greater selectivity in order to deal with urban signal congestion. Another feature is a user-selectable stereo blend control that allows on/off selection of the Magnum Dynalab FT-101A's unique variable blend which is keyed to signal strength to maintain a quiet, stereo output under low signal conditions.

The sound has outstanding resemblance to real music, it is smooth yet detailed with minimal background noise. The soundstage extends to a wide range and has great instrumental imaging. It sounds transparent and clear with good stereo separation and the analog sound quality is dynamic and realistic. It pulls in 2 to 3 times as many stations than other tuners as well as having better sound quality from distant stations than other tuners. It has tight and powerful bass and great treble extension without sounding muddy or bright. It has some warmth on the highs and mids, and plays without any harshness to the ears. The Magnum Dynalab FT-101A is brilliantly constructed and is only surpassed by its capabilities and sound quality.

Specifications :
Usable Sensitivity.............................10.3dBf (mono), 11.2dBf (stereo)
50dB Quieting Sensitivity..................13.2dBf (mono), 34.0dBf (stereo)
Capture Ratio...................................1.5dB
Image Rejection...............................75.0dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio........................75.0dB
Alternate Channel Attenuation...........60.0dB (wide), 80.0dB (narrow)
Adjacent Channel Attenuation...........9.0dB (wide), 25.0dB (narrow)
Total Harmonic Distortion..................0.1% (mono), 0.18% (stereo)
Stereo Separation............................50.0dB
AM Suppression..............................-70.0dB
SCA Rejection.................................-75.0dB
-3dB Frequency Response................20Hz - 17KHz
Power Required...............................120vac @ 25 watts max.
Dimensions(w x d x h)......................45.5 x 30.5 x 9.5 cm
Weight............................................5kg

Miscellaneous :
Matching.........................................Magnum Dynalab 205 Signal Booster
             .........................................Magnum Dynalab ST-2 Antenna
Made in...........................................Canada
Condition.........................................8/10

Product Information :
http://www.magnumdynalab.com/fmtuner-ft101a.htm (Manufacturer's Website)
http://www.fmtunerinfo.com/FT-101review.pdf (Specifications)

Reviews :
http://www.audioreview.com/cat/other/tuners/magnum-dynalab/ft-101a/PRD_125227_1596crx.aspx
http://www.audioasylum.com/audio/general/messages/123781.html
http://www.audioasylum.com/cgi/vt.mpl?f=general&m=499835