Ende 1962 / Anfang 1963 fing in den USA und auch bei uns die ("schleichende") Transistorisierung der Audio-Elektronik an. Marantz, Harman Kardon entwickelte und Grundig entwickelte und im Juni 1963 waren die ersten Ergebnisse zu bestaunen.

Nicht alle Hersteller wollten den "Legenden" um diese neuen Transitoren Glauben schenken, Avery Fisher anscheinend auch "noch" nicht. Der Edel-Hersteller McIntosh ließ sich noch viele Jahre Zeit, bis er die ersten Halbleitergeräte vorstellte.

65-WATT FM STEREO MULTIPLEX RECEIVER
Stereophonic FM is now a thrilling reality, and the perfect instrument for its full enjoyment is the new FISHER 500-B. Here, on one beautifully integrated chassis, you will find a high-sensitivity, wide-band FM tuner, with built-in Multiplex at its best; a stereophonic master control center; and a powerful 65-watt stereophonic amplifier.

OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• Exclusive STEREO BEAM • CONTROLS: MPX Filter, Tuning, Dual Bass and Treble, Six-Position Selector (Tape Head, Phono, MPX Stereo, FM, Aux, Tape), Balance, Volume • SWITCHES: High Filter, Low Filter, Tape Monitor, Mono-Stereo, Channel Reverse, Loudness Contour • FM TUNER Wide-band design. Sensitivity: 2.2 microvolts (IHFM Standard). • Four IF Stages • FM-Stereo separation, 35 db
• AMPLIFIER Power Output, 65 Watts • Harmonic Distortion, 0.5%. Hum and Noise, -85 db • Cabinets in Walnut, Model 30-UW; Mahogany, Model 30-UM. dimensions: YlVz wide, 5%" high, ISV2" deep, weight: 31 pounds.

65-WATT AM-FM STEREO MULTIPLEX RECEIVER
The best of everything - AM and FM-Multiplex tuners for every existing type of broadcast (mono or stereo), a stereo master-control center of grand-organ flexibility and simplicity, a stereo amplifier capable of producing 65 watts of undistorted music power - all these have been joined on one magnificent chassis whose capabilities belie its easy-to-install size.

OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• Exclusive STEREO BEAM • CONTROLS: AM Tuning, FM Tuning, Dual Bass and Treble, Nine-Position Selector (Tape Head, Phono, MPX Filter, MPX Stereo, FM, FM-AM-Stereo, AM, Aux, Tape), Balance, Volume • SWITCHES: High Filter, Low Filter, Channel Reverse, Tape Monitor, Mono-Stereo, Phase Reverse, AM Bandwidth • Loudness Contour • FM TUNER Wide-band design • Three FM IF Stages • Sensitivity: 2.5 microvolts (IHFM Standard)
• FM-Stereo separation, 35 db • AM TUNER Sensitivity: 5 microvolts for 2 watts output • AMPLIFIER Power Output, 65 watts • Harmonic Distortion: 0.5% • Hum and Noise -85 db • Cabinets in Walnut, Model 30-UW, Mahogany, Model 30-UM. dimensions: YlW wide, 5%" high, 13%" deep. weight: 33 pounds.

The new FISHER R-200 AM-FM-Multiplex Tuner has set an entirely new standard of excellence in performance and reliability. Everything about this magnificent instrument is new, unusual and far superior to existing brands in its circuitry and sensitivity.

The FM frontend incorporates the new FISHER GOLDEN SYNCHRODE design, to provide a greater overload margin and rejection of spurious and image signals than heretofore possible. The AM section includes a tuned RF amplifier, followed by a converter and two IF amplifiers to assure far greater sensitivity than the ordinary AM tuner.
The multiplex converter, also, is different from and far superior to other makes, for it utilizes the time-division system, proven far more efficient than other types.
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• the new FM-50-B was designed to provide, at moderate cost, all the elements essential for optimum reception of FM monophonic or Multiplex stereo broadcasts. In spite of its reasonable cost, nothing has been sacrificed to maintain the laboratory standards that distinguish all FISHER components.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• STEREO BEAM (FM-Stereo-Multiplex and tuning indicator). "Three-Position Selector (mono, stereo, and stereo filter) . • Sensitivity Control: AC Off, Normal, and Distant. • Station Selector.
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• the new FISHER KM-61 provides a degree of sensitivity never before possible in FM tuners in its moderate price range. The superb, high-gain, Golden Cascode front-end, four IF stages and three limiters assure distortion-free mono and stereo reception - even from weak or distant stations.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• STEREO BEAM (FM-Stereo-Multiplex). • d'Arsonval Tuning Meter. • Two-Position Selector (mono or stereo).
• Stereo Filter Switch (OFF, ON). • Power Switch: Off, On. • Station Selector. • Four output jacks on rear panel for amplifier and tape recorder.

• the new FM-100-B combines the finest wide-band design with advanced Multiplex circuitry - features that are a 'must' for low-noise FM-Stereo reception of outstanding quality.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• STEREO BEACON Indicator and Automatic Switching System. • Tuning Meter. • Three-Position Mode Selector (mono, stereo-mono automatic, and stereo filter).
• Exclusive IF muting circuit for stereo and mono. • Sensitivity Control (AC Off, Distant, Local). • Station Selector with Flywheel. • Dual Channel Level Controls and four output jacks on rear panel.
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• the FM-200-B is unquestionably the world's finest FM tuner intended specifically for home use. It comes within a. hairbreadth of the professional-standard FM-1000 an achieves a degree of sensitivity once considered unattainable.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• STEREO BEACON and Automatic Switching System.
• Tuning Meter. • Exclusive IF muting circuit. • CONTROLS: Four-Position Mode Selector (Mono, Stereo-Mono Automatic, Stereo Filter, Stereo), Variable Muting, Sensitivity Control (AC Off, Distant, Local), Station Selector with Automatic MicroTune AFC.

• the new FM-1000 represents the sum total of FM engineering knowledge and experience. It is a masterpiece in design and circuitry, created for the audio connoisseur seeking the absolute ultimate in FM-Stereo tuners, regardless of cost.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• STEREO BEACON. • Separate Audio Level VU Meter.
• RF Signal-Strength Meter. • Exclusive IF muting circuit.
• CONTROLS: Station Selector with Automatic MicroTune AFC, Audio Level, Power On-Off, Mode Selector (Mono, Automatic, Stereo, Stereo Filter) , Calibrated Audio Level Meter Range Control, Variable Muting, Front-End Circuit Selector (crystal and tuneable.)
• the FMR-1 is identical to the FM-1000 except for details such as the standard 19-inch rack panel. It can be supplied, on special order, with a plug-in crystal-controlled front end, to maintain its fixed frequency within 0.0015%, for unattended operation.

The new FISHER X-101-C master control amplifier was designed to be the first genuine all-family amplifier in high fidelity history. For the audiophile members of the family, the FISHER X-101-C incorporates comprehensive controls of utmost versatility. But for immediate enjoyment of stereo by even the least technically inclined members of the family, only the 'must' controls are in full view, for instant use. These frequently-used controls consist of the Pushbutton Program Selector (tape head, phono, tuner, aux, tape play), Mode Selector (stereo, mono, reverse), and Volume Control. The occasionally-used controls are hidden behind the Control Cover, yet are immediately accessible when needed. They consist of four controls (output selector, bass, treble, balance), and four switches, (equalization, high filter, TAPE MONITOR, LOUDNESS CONTOUR.)

50 WATTS OF MUSIC POWER The new FISHER
X-100-B provides maximum circuit flexibility with a full complement of precision controls of instantly appreciated simplicity. It is the unquestioned leader in its moderate price range and incorporates the latest FISHER engineering developments.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• CONTROLS: Balance, Volume (with AC Power Switch), dual-concentric Bass and Treble controls. • SWITCHES: Speaker, Equalization, High Filter, Tape Monitor, Loudness Contour. • Input Selector Positions: tape head, phono, tuner, aux, tape play. • Mode Positions: mono, stereo, REVERSE.

60 WATTS OF MUSIC POWER The new FISHER
X-101-C incorporates an ingenious Hinged Control-Cover - a feature that is years ahead of its time in basic design. It provides a convenience so obvious and long-needed that it is destined to become standard design practice. Constantly-use controls are in full view, instantly accessible. Occasional^ used controls are concealed behind the Hinged Control-Cover, yet are immediately accessible. (See details on next page.)
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• Power-derived output permits direct connection of center-channel or extension speaker. Exclusive FISHER Direct-Tape-Monitor. Full complement of controls.

80 WATTS OF MUSIC POWER The FISHER X 202 B
is the combination of a remarkably flexible Master Audio Control and a high-powered, dual-channel amplifier. The exclusive FISHER Direct-Tape-Monitor is an important feature of this outstanding instrument. At the flick of a switch, it permits monitoring, with the use of all controls and switches during tape playback, without changing cable connections.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• CONTROLS: Stereo Dimension, Balance, Dual Bass and Treble, Center Speaker Switch, Five-Position Mode Selector, Nine-Position Program Selector (mic, 3%, 7%, col, riaa-1, riaa-2, tuner, aux, tape play) , Loudness Contour.

110 WATTS OF MUSIC POWER The FISHER Studio Standard, Model X-1000, is by far the most powerful and every way the most advanced single-chassis Control Amplifiei in the world. Equipment of this caliber has heretofore been available only as two separate units, requiring considerably more space, as well as being significantly higher in cost.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• CONTROLS: Low Level Inputs, Center Power Level, Earphones/Speakers Selector, Dual Bass and Treble, Two Earphone Jacks, Nine-Position Program Equalizer Control, Five-Position Mode Selector Switch, Stereo Balance Control, Volume and Loudness Contour, Stereo Dimension.

Professional Stereo Master Audio Control
The new FISHER 400-CX has 28 controls and 18 inputs, all logically arranged even for an unskilled user.
Controls: Stereo Dimanesion, Master Volume, eight position low level equalizer, and many others.
Frequency response : 10-25.000 cps within 1db • Rated Output: 2.5 volts RMS. • Harmonic distortion: 0.04%. • Hum and noise: 80 db below rated output. • Channel separation: 67 db at 1 Kc. • Sensitivity (Low Level Inputs): Mag 1 & 2, 1.5 Millivolts; Tape Head, 3.0 Millivolts; Microphone, 1.8 Millivolts. • Sensitivity (High Level Inputs) : Tuner 0.2 Volts for 2.5 Volts output; Tape 1.0 Volts for 2.5 Volts output. • chassis dimensions: 15" wide, 4" high, 12" deep: 18 pounds.

FOUR SPEAKER THREE-WAY SPEAKER SYSTEM
The new FISHER XP-4A incorporates several significant advancements in loudspeaker design and construction. As a totally new concept, it utilizes a voice coil wound on pure electrolytic copper. This affords a superior resistance to humidity and temperature variations, and offers a pronounced electrical damping effect on all moving parts of the speaker mechanism. The result is an unprecedented transparency of sound, and perfect reproduction of transients. Famous FISHER unit construction is another important feature of the XP-4A.

THREE-WAY SPEAKER SYSTEM
The new FISHER XP-1A has the most advanced engineering features, including a balance control to permit the user to adjust the ratio of the low high-frequency response to suit precisely the uc-mands of the room acoustics and personal taste. Its advanced design now makes it possible to obtain magnificent sound reproduction with any amplifier of 10 watts power or more.

THREE-WAY SPEAKER SYSTEM
In the FISHER XP-2A Speaker System, the many advantages of FISHER high-efficiency, high-compliance design have been incorporated in a unit of moderate price. Through its carefully evolved design, the FISHER XP-2A offers a remarkable transient response and an unusually high overload capacity. Frequency response is smooth and transparent throughout its range.

WITH EXCLUSIVE STEREO BEACON
FISHER makes Multiplex a pleasure, not a problem with STEREO BEACON. This FISHER invention automatically indicates presence of stereo and automatically switches to stereo operation. On monaural programs, STEREO BEACON automatically switches to mono programs.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• Selector (ac power, tuner, stereo-mono automatic, stereo manual) . • Two-Position Noise Filter. • Auxiliary AC receptacle on rear apron. • Dual Output Level Controls.
• Variable Separation Control. • Two Output and Four Input Jacks. Cabinets available in Walnut, Model 40-UW and Mahogany, Model 40-UM.

FOR CONCEALED INSTALLATION
The FISHER MPX-200 has basic electronic features of the MPX-100 but has been designed for those who wish to add a Multiplex Adaptor in a concealed location, eliminating the need for changing the front appearance of their present equipment.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• Self-Powered. • Can be placed up to three feet from tuner or receiver. • Two Level Controls match the volume of the Stereo programs to phono, tape, etc. • Selector Switch to record stereo programs monophonically! • Precision separation control matches the MPX-200 to any tuner or receiver.
• Unusually effective filtering, for flawless tape recording.

World's Finest Reverberation Unit for Home and Professional Use
PLAYS STEREO OR MONO PROGRAMS

With this remarkable device, the owner of a home music system can now add a new dimension to listening - the dimension that comes from the addition of natural reverberation to the program. One control regulates the desired degree of reverberation.

The basic principle involved is quite simple. Natural reverberation is created by the reflection of sound from the walls and ceiling. These reflections reach the listener's ears a fraction of a second later than the direct sound from the orchestra or soloist. It is this slight 'delay' that makes it possible for one to sense the size of the room or auditorium.
The FISHER K-10 Dynamic Spacexpander® recreates electronically the reverberation of the concert hall and, in this manner, makes for auditorium listening pleasure even in the smallest of rooms. The K-10 works equally well on records, tape and broadcasts. Installation is simple.

Basic Preamplifier
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Two high gain triode stages (6SC7.) • Gain: Phono, 1 v output for 10 mv input; microphone, 1 v output for 1 mv input; tape, 1 v output for 5 mv input.
• Frequency Response: 30 to 20,000 cps within ± 2 db.
• Hum: Better than 60 db below 1 v for phono; better
than 70 db below 1 v for microphone. • Equalizat' RIAA for phono, NAB for tape. • Self-Powered (110-120 V.A.C.) • dimensions: 3%" wide, 3%" high, 3%" deep. • weight: 1% pounds.

Wide-Surround® Speaker System
These extremely compact units augment the sound from the primary speaker systems to create a breadth of music reproduction that makes every seat in the room a 'front-row-center' location. The FISHER Wide-Surround® system effectively overcomes the 'point source' of sound, and gives the listener the illusion that he is sitting in one of the most desirable seats in the concert hall.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• 10" x 2" oval, Alnico V permanent magnet speaker. • Frequency Response: 250 to 15,000 cps, cutoff at 250 cycles. • Available in Walnut, Mahogany, Teak, Italian Provincial or Cherry. • dimensions: 11" wide, 3" high, 4" deep. weight: 4 pounds.

Stereo Remote Control Unit
For use with the FISHER 400-CX, X-1000 and X-202-B - Now a listener can balance the level in a stereophonic system simply by turning the dials of the remote control unit.
The FISHER RK-1 consists of a control assembly, 30 feet of cable and an adaptor plug. When in operation, the left dial controls volume from speakers at the left, and the right dial regulates volume from speakers at the right.

A complete test generator, with built-in FM signal generator, designed and constructed to rigid laboratory specifications
This new FISHER Multiplex Signal Test Generator features high accuracy and extreme stability, more than necessary to meet the strict requirements of the Multiplex system approved by the Federal Communications Commission.
Other than an oscilloscope, no additional equipment is needed for the complete test and alignment of Multiplex equipment, regardless of the type of circuit in question.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• Front panel output meter is a true peak-to-peak indicator, providing the only correct method of measuring the complex waveform of the composite Multiplex signal.
• The phase relationship of the 19 Kc pilot carrier and the composite signal can be monitored (with an oscilloscope) from the special 19 Kc output on the front panel.
• The amplitude of the 19 Kc signal can also be monitored simply by depressing a front-panel push-button. Amplitude and phase adjustments of the 19 Kc signal are also available on the front panel.
• A built-in switchable pre-emphasis network permits both rapid checks of de-emphasis circuits and introduction of standard FM transmission equalization. Audible tests can be conducted under perfectly simulated transmission conditions.
• An SCA input is available for the addition of SCA information to the Multiplex signal.
• The main selector switch on the front panel permits the choice of test frequencies in the most logical sequence, for rapid testing and adjustment.
• The built-in FM signal generator, although aligned at the factory at 100 Mc, is adjustable within a range from 97 to 103 Mc. This makes it possible to avoid interference with local stations.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ON REQUEST

An elaborate network of service and maintenance stations is maintained in key cities to bring prompt and highly competent assistance to owners of FISHER equipment that may, on occasion, require adjustment. No matter where you live, you are never far from FISHER parts and service. Replacement parts, should they ever be necessary, are always available for immediate shipment from factory stock whenever the service depot may not have them on hand. We still have parts for units made more than twenty years ago. Most Treasured Asset: Owner Satisfaction
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Feb. 1963 - FISHER PARK
The Largest, Most Modern, New Plant In The High Fidelity Industry
FISHER Plant No. 2, a magnificent new 62,000 square-foot structure in the rolling hills of Central Pennsylvania, reflects the latest techniques in industrial buildings. Designed by Gerhard E. Karplus, A.I.A., the new plant is located in 20-acre FISHER PARK in Milroy, Pennsylvania, and has the finest facilities for the most careful production of high quality stereophonic equipment. There is no other like it in all the world.

FISHER Offers Personal Guidance
Need help in planning the installation of your stereo system? If so, the services of our Mr. Richard Hamilton are available to you without cost. Simply send us a rough sketch of your room layout, the dimensions of the space available for installation of the electronic equipment and your choice or preference of the FISHER instruments in the system planned.

• "I have just purchased my third Fisher, and it is giving me the same fabulously true reproduction of my phonograph records, and in the reception of high fidelity broadcasts, as do the first two. It is a constant source of enjoyment and relaxation to me."
- Isaac Stern, Concert Violinist

• "I was thrilled and fascinated by the life-like reproduction, not only of my own recordings but those of other artists with whom I have sung at the opera. Many subtle shadings and nuances that I had not realized were in the recordings were fully and beautifully expressed."
- Victoria de los Angeles Soprano, The Metropolitan Opera Company

• "I am delighted with the superb tone of your instrument. It is true and encompassing. In admiration of your art."
- Andre Kostelanetz, Conductor

• "The FISHER is superb! May I congratulate you on Creating an instrument that meets my highest professional and personal requirements for the faithful reproduction of recordings and of broadcast music."
- Nathan Milstein, Concert Violinist

• "I have fallen under the spell of FISHER. What used to be only an instrument of necessity has become a source of unlimited pleasure."
- Gian-Carlo Menotti, Composer

• "Until I actually heard the Fisher, I had no idea that recorded music could be recreated with such startling completeness and reality. I would be remiss, indeed, if I failed to express my appreciation to your entire staff for creating this wonderful instrument."
- Sol Hurok, Impresario

• "The FISHER Radio-Phonograph arrived in perfect order. I have been using it constantly ever since. It is as wonderful as I knew it would be and I am delighted with it. Ordinarily, I do not indulge in descriptive extremes but the FISHER is, without question, one of the finest instruments I have ever heard anywhere. Its tone is as close to live performance as I believe it is possible to get, and the high fidelity quality is perfect."
- Eugene Ormandy, Music Director, The Philadelphia Orchestra Association
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