Vintage Nakamichi PA-7 // Stasis Amplifier

The Nakamichi PA-7 is an exquisite fusion of audio engineering and elegant design. With its sleek brushed metal exterior and minimalist front panel, it exudes an air of sophistication. Underneath this aesthetic charm lies a 200Wpc powerhouse that delivers sound with remarkable clarity and depth. The Nakamichi PA-7 is a testament to Nelson Pass' prowess, offering a listening experience that is both visually and sonically pleasing.

RESTORATIONS

• Full 30-point service check
• Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis

SPECS

Type   Solid state stereo power amplifier

Power output   200 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)

Frequency response   20Hz to 20kHz

Total harmonic distortion   0.1%

Damping factor   60

Input sensitivity   2V

Signal to noise ratio   120dB

Semiconductors   16 x output transistors per channel

Dimensions   17.13"W x 7.87"H x 16.57"D

Weight   59.5 lbs.

LINER NOTES

High-end audio enthusiasts may experience a sense of deja vu when they see the Nakamichi PA-7 power amplifier or read Nakamichi’s highly informative brochure on it. The word “Stasis” displayed prominently on the amplifier’s front panel is a clue that it uses circuitry designed by Nelson Pass, who is responsible for the Stasis amplifiers manufactured in the U.S. by Threshold Corporation, and licensed to Nakamichi by Threshold (Stasis is a Threshold trademark). The Nakamichi Stasis PA-7 is rated to deliver 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms, or 330 watts into 4 ohms, from 20 to 20,000 Hz with no more than 0.1 percent total harmonic distortion.