PIONEER REFERENCE SERIES A-676 Reference Stereo Integrated Amplifier Audiophile grade quality components MM+MC Phono stage

The Pioneer Reference Series 676 

power 2 x 120 watts, connections for 1 x phono MM/MC, 3 x tape, 3 x line, 2 pairs of LS connections, headphone output, loudness function, direct switching, etc


The Pioneer Reference Series 676 typically refers to the Pioneer A-676 Reference Stereo Integrated Amplifier, a highly-regarded high-fidelity component released around 1991. Known for its robust "tank-like" Japanese build quality and weighing approximately 13 kg, it was designed for audiophiles seeking clean, dynamic power. 



Key Specifications

Power Output: Delivers 70 watts per channel into 8 ohms.

Frequency Response: Exceptionally wide, ranging from 1Hz to 150kHz.

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): Rated at a very low 0.007%.

Phono Stage: Includes a built-in high-quality MM/MC Phono Stage for turntable support.

Damping Factor: 70, providing good control over speaker drivers. 



Notable Features

Reference Series Build: Part of Pioneer's "Reference" line, featuring a high-current design and stable power delivery.

Direct Mode: Includes a "Direct" switch to bypass tone controls for the shortest, purest signal path.

Connectivity: Equipped with multiple inputs including Phono, Tuner, CD, Line, and three Tape/Adaptor loops, along with terminals for two pairs of speakers (A and