VINTAGE HEATHKIT AA-1214 STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER – RARE!!

This is an extremely rare opportunity to obtain a mint/near-new condition example of this very collectable, practical and particularly attractive amplifier.

The Power Output is 30 watts (into a 4 ohm load).

I have obtained much of the following information/specifications from the internet:

I understand that this model was produced between 1973 & 1976. I very much liked (and agree with!) these reviews that I also found online:

“In its simplicity and functionality, we detect notes of Bauhaus and Braun, and its clean lines place it at home in nearly any setting. Create the perfect minimalist system with this integrated amplifier, a pair of efficient speakers, and a turntable, or a Sonos Connect. Voilà!\"

“Compact and stylish. A great piece for a minimalist system with a turntable and/or Sonos Connect.”

Data:

General:

• Manufacturer: Heathkit
• Model: AA-1214
• Type: Integrated amplifier
• Years of manufacture: 1973 - 1976
• Colour: black & silver, housing metal & wood (described as walnut, looks more like teak to my mind). High gloss front panel.
• Captive mains cable (6ft/1.8m approx.)
• A most unusual feature is the rear provision of 2 No. power sockets (one switched, one un-switched), each of 350 watts capacity, both provided with a two-pin plug!
• Externally accessible fuse.
• This model requires external speaker(s).
• Shape: Book-shelf unit.
• Power type and voltage: Alternating Current supply (AC) / 120-240 Volts.
• RCA Inputs
• Stereo output to L&R speakers (switchable) and/or headphones (6.25mm/¼” jack)
• Only three screws (flat bladed!) provide access to the case.
• Performance data is available online.

Condition:

Outstanding (used) - almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and has been played or used with the utmost care. This integrated amp works perfectly and sounds warm. Demo before you buy.

The History Of Heathkit:

The Heath Company was originally founded as an pany in 1912 by Edward Bayard Heath with the purchase of Bates Aeroplane Co, soon renamed to the E.B. Heath Aerial Vehicle Co. Starting in 1926 it sold a light aircraft, the Heath Parasol, in kit form. Heath died during a 1931 test flight. pany reorganized and moved from Chicago to Niles, Michigan. In 1935, Howard Anthony purchased the then-bankrupt Heath Company, and focused on selling accessories for small aircraft. After World War II, Anthony decided that entering the electronics industry was a good idea, and bought a large stock of surplus wartime electronic parts with the intention of building kits with them. In 1947, Heath introduced its first electronic kit, the O1 oscilloscope that sold for $50. The price was unbeatable at the time.

£250 (price includes free UK P&P!)