In a world given to compromise, Magnum Dynalab has conceded nothing in its approach to building the MD 108. Known for manufacturing FM Tuners of unparalleled quality, famous for their balance of Sensitivity, Selectivity and Sonic performance, the quality of sound reproduced by the MD 108 is and will remain legendary. MD 108
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The MD-108

Designed and constructed with the music lover in mind, the MD 108 is a hybrid tuner utilizing a truly new ANALOG R.F. section with precise MAGIC EYE tube tuning and a separate audio stage developed to exacting standards, utilizing two 12 AX 7 tubes in the audio switching stage.

ADVANCED R.F. FEATURES

Dual MATRIX EYE Tube Tuning Five Stage Tuning Front End
Three Ultra-Sensitive Bandwidth Settings Two Antenna Inputs
Low Noise Dual gate MOSFETS Hand Matched Resonators
custom "Potted" Torroidal Transformer Auto Blend RF circuit

A precision tuning pot ensure optimum resolution from the five stage varactor front end. With three ultra-sensitive bandwidth settings and enhanced selectivity, you are ensured the best possible signal from any of the four antenna inputs (two analog, two digital), each selected from the front panel. An exclusive muting circuit eliminates unwanted inter-station noise (auto blend circuit). To verify performance, the MD 108 employs two accurately calibrated taut band analog meters to indicate multipath and signal strength. In unison with these meters, a unique dual MATRIX EYE tube for centre tuning means there is little guess work in optimizing FM reception. Low noise dual-gate MOSFET transistors and hand matched resonators mated to double-sided, plated circuit boards provide peak performance. The logic circuit which controls the tuner operation uses C-MOS technology, which has very high noise immunity making external transients of little impact. The logic circuit is controlled by gold plated momentary switches. With the switches always in a uniform position, the MD 108 maintains a clean, aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Not to be outdone by the specially designed front end, a separate CLASS A audio stage was designed. Using components and technology, worthy of the signal being received from the front end, the audio stage, using two 12 AX 7 tubes in the final stage and a discrete amplification system is designed to capture the ambiance of the music. The BALANCED circuit using a pair of bi-polar low noise transistors are cross coupled to ensure a precise BALANCED signal to match your other higher performance components. The Magnum Dynalab MD 108 establishes the new benchmark by which all other tuners will be judged.

   

The MD 108 is specially packaged in an instrument-case to ensure the safety and care of the product.


PRICE

$5,850.00 US Funds

SPECIFICATIONS
Usable Sensitivity-Mono 0.7 uV 9.0 dBf
50 dB quieting-Mono > 2.0 uV 9.9 dBf
50 dB quieting-Stereo 2.3 uV 20.0 dBf
Capture Ratio 1.5 dB
Image Rejection - 125.0 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio 80.0 dB
Alternate Channel Attenuation - WIDE 46.0 dB
Alternate Channel Attenuation - NARROW 60.0 dB
Alternate Channel Attenuation - SUPER NAROW 80.0 dB
Adjacent Channel Attenuation - WIDE 3.0 dB
Adjacent Channel Attenuation - NARROW 21.0 dB
Adjacent Channel Attenuation - SUPER NARROW 48.0 dB
THD - mono 0.10%
THD - stereo 0.10%
Stereo Separation 50.0 dB
AM suppression 50.0 dB
SCA rejection 80.0 dB
I.F. Rejection 125.0 dB
19 Khz and 38 Khz component rejection 75.0 dB
Audio Frequency Response (+/- 1dB) 15 Hz - 17 Khz
Balanced Audio Output (600 ohms) 2.2 V
Line Audio Output (RCA) 1.0 V
Line Power 120/220/230/240 Vac
Dimensions - (inches HWD) 5.0 x 19 x 16
Dimensions - (cm HWD) 12.8 x 48.3 x 40.7
Weight (lbs./Kg) 40/17.7
Power Consumption (typ/max) 50w/100w

Faceplate option - Available in 17" black and 19".
Silver and gold anodized finishes.(optional) Price - $150.00 USD


PRICE: $5.850.00 U.S.

The PRECISION ANALOGUE REMOTE SYSTEM
Is now available as an option on all production Magnum Dynalab tuners, receivers and as an update to all previous Magnum Dynalab tuners and receivers.

This extremely accurate and silent remote system was developed in conjunction with engineering support from Texas Instruments and Archronix Corporation of Toronto, Ontario.

The remote utilizes TI’s latest 16-bit ultra low power processor with 60 KB flash memory, 2048 bytes RAM, 125-ns instruction cycle time, 12-Bit A/D converter with internal reference, Sample-and-Hold and auto-scan, Dual 12-Bit D/A converters, 16-Bit timer_A with three capture/compare registers, supply voltage supervisor/monitor and numerous additional features.

Needless to say this is the most accurate tuning system ever found in a Magnum Dynalab tuner as the resolution exceeds even that of our precision tuning potentiometers with no potential for performance degradation due to mechanical wear. The user can switch between manual and auto tune simply by turning the remote control off with the hand-held.

Future software upgrades to this system will include an auto alignment feature to compensate for deviations as components age or operating parameters change. Presets are maintained in a non-volatile flash memory in case of any power interruption.

Price: 250.00 USD


Magnum Dynalab reserves the right to change or modify the specifications without notice.


MAGNUM DYNALAB LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT

Magnum Dynalab, the standard for FM tuners in the 70's, 80's, 90's, continues to lead into the new millennium. We pride ourselves on offering products of exceptional build quality without obsolescence. Magnum Dynalab is committed to offering our customers service excellence worthy of your investment, regardless of the age of your product.

Magnum Dynalab factory warranty for tuners is 2 years parts and labor. (Vacuum tubes 1 year.) Our policy is a lifetime service commitment to our customers. A $75 flat rate fee (plus shipping) for any required service for the life of any Magnum Dynalab tuner (not including vacuum tubes).

Aftermarket modifications done to our tuners by unauthorized technicians will void any warranties and our lifetime service commitment. Additional service charges will apply under these circumstances.

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