Fisher Studio-Standard Component Stereo System with CA-880 Amplifier, c. 1980

Story

In 1980, this sleek black-and-silver stack was the ultimate suburban status symbol. It brought the concert hall directly into the living room, complete with the satisfying tactile click of heavy analog switches.

Maker / Origin

Founded by Avery Fisher in New York in 1945, Fisher Radio was a pioneer in high-fidelity audio, responsible for many of the world's first commercial hi-fi components. By the late 1970s, the company had been acquired by Sanyo, shifting production to Japan to combine Fisher's legendary American engineering heritage with cutting-edge Japanese manufacturing efficiency.

Condition & Value

The system appears visually complete and well-preserved inside its original cabinet, with the highly desirable original CA-880 paper manual included. There is minor dust and light wear consistent with age; the functionality of the belts in the turntable and cassette deck must be tested, as rubber components from this era commonly degrade over time. Fully functional components will command the top end of the value range. Value is highly dependent on the operational condition of each individual component, particularly the turntable belt, cassette deck belts, and the amplifier's capacitors.