INTRODUCING HIGHER FIDELITY.
The first components precise enough to be called Philips.
Now, a full line of high-fidelity equipment that is so precise, Philips calls it "higher" fidelity.
Philips precision. It means being able to call upon dozens of research engineers and a computer to help design a mini-computer to regulate the speed of a turntable. And then using unsurpassed worldwide technical resources to produce that turntable precisely as it was designed.
Today, that same level of precision is yours to enjoy in a line of turntables, as well as in several other new components which offer innovative features, outstanding performance and reliability for less than you'd expect to pay.
Principal among the tables is the GA 222. To the mini-computer of the GA 312 Electronic, it adds an ultra-low-resonance tonearm and the convenience of fully automatic operation.
All single-play turntables suspend platter and tonearm over a free-floating subchassis to shield the stylus from vibration.
The decks with logic circuitry.
And it's controlled logically-with time delay relays and solenoid switches-to smooth changes in function (from "rewind" to "fast-forward': for instance) without spilling tape. Quite remarkable, even in expensive professional equipment. Astonishing in the N 4504 at less than $450.
Other pro features at semi-pro prices: 3 speeds, 3 motors (the drive motor is regulated by a tacho-generator for extra precision), 3 heads, automatic end-of-tape stop, a dynamic noise limiter (better than 10 dB down) that cuts the hiss but not the highs, and an exclusive system that lets you play tape with or without the pressure pad in place.
GA 406. The automatic turntable that can be used as a changer. Separate tonearm motor. Less than $200
GA 437. Manual turntable with automatic shutoff.
Less than $120.
GA 312. Electronic, even to its switches. Less than $180.
GA 222. The Electronic Turntable turns automatic.
Less than $250.
N 4506. All the features of the N 4504-including optional on/off remote control-plus a built-in preamp. Less than $650: N 4504.
AH 572. Six inputs, four outputs, five tape modes, five listening positions, all for less than $600:
AH 673. Phase-locked loop multiplex decoder, dual-gate MOSFETs in FM, full-fidelity AM. Less than $600.
AH 578. High-accuracy decent controls and sigh performance at a not-so-high price: less than $700.
---------Philips speakers are priced from less than $120.00 each to over $1,000.
See what you're hearing.
Finally. A preamp that illuminates function to eliminate confusion. You always see precisely what it's doing (inputs and outputs light up on a flow diagram), and you hear how well, too (less than 0.01% total harmonic distortion).
The tuner features exclusive automatic stereo noise-cancelling circuitry. The amp delivers 210 watts per channel minimum RMS into 8 ohms, from 20-20k Hz, with no more than 0.08% total harmonic distortion. And touch switches on all three units literally put precise control at your fingertips.
Big sound. Small speaker.
A paradox? No, a Philips MFB electronic speaker system. The secret: unique built-in amplifiers and an automatic system that extends bass response, yet reduces distortion.
Philips dynamic speakers use the same mid- and high-frequency drivers as the MFBs, which means they "listen" with the same precision.
Turntables, tape decks, separates, speakers. Now you can choose higher fidelity from the full line that only Philips precision could produce.
PHILIPS High Fidelity Laboratories, Ltd.
For the name and address of your nearest franchised Philips dealer, call 800-243-6100, day or night, toll-free.
(In Conn.: 1-800-882-6500.)
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(High Fidelity, Nov. 1977)
Also see:
Dual turntables (ad, Nov. 1977)
Lenco Turntables (ad, Nov. 1977)
Technics Linear Phase speakers (ad, Apr. 1977)
Technics by Panasonic -- SL series turntables (ad, Nov. 1977)