Yamaha CR-820 50W Stereo Receiver – Professionally Restored – 1-Year Warranty

$1,299

Yamaha CR-820 vintage Natural Sound stereo receiver
50 Watts Per Channel into 8 ohms across 20 Hz to 20 kHz
AM/FM Stereo Tuner with classic analog tuning dial
Built-In MM Phono Stage for compatible turntables
Speaker A/B Selection for flexible system connections
Bass, Treble, Presence and Loudness Controls for listening adjustment
Silver Aluminum Front Panel with traditional Yamaha styling
Wood-Grain Cabinet with warm vintage appearance
US 120V / 60Hz Configuration for standard US power
1-Year HQaudios Warranty with customer support

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SKU: 151TRSH0279 - VS19 Categories: Yamaha, RECEIVER, Refurbished

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Yamaha CR-820 50W Stereo Receiver – Professionally Restored – 1-Year Warranty

Professionally Restored by HQaudios – Inspected & Tested – Backed by Our 1-Year Warranty

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Yamaha CR-820 vintage Natural Sound stereo receiver

50 Watts Per Channel into 8 ohms across 20 Hz to 20 kHz

AM/FM Stereo Tuner with classic analog tuning dial

Built-In MM Phono Stage for compatible turntables

Speaker A/B Selection for flexible system connections

Bass, Treble, Presence and Loudness Controls for listening adjustment

Silver Aluminum Front Panel with traditional Yamaha styling

Wood-Grain Cabinet with warm vintage appearance

US 120V / 60Hz Configuration for standard US power

1-Year HQaudios Warranty with customer support

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The Yamaha CR-820 is a classic late-1970s AM/FM stereo receiver from Yamaha’s Natural Sound series. Combining a two-channel integrated amplifier, analog radio tuner, and versatile audio connections in one component, the CR-820 offers a practical foundation for a vintage two-channel listening system.

Yamaha rated the CR-820 at 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms from 20 Hz to 20 kHz at no more than 0.05% total harmonic distortion. Its integrated moving-magnet phono stage supports a compatible turntable, while auxiliary and tape connections accommodate additional analog music sources.

The front panel features a wide analog tuner display, traditional Yamaha control layout, tone adjustment facilities, and selectable speaker outputs. The CR-820’s understated appearance combines a brushed-silver faceplate with a wood-grain cabinet suited to both vintage and contemporary listening spaces.

This particular receiver is the 120V / 60Hz US configuration. The actual unit has a silver front panel, wood-grain cabinet, rear analog audio connections, and speaker terminals, as shown in the product photographs.

HQAUDIOS RESTORATION & TESTING

Before Restoration

The Yamaha CR-820 is a vintage receiver with decades of service history. Its design includes an analog tuner, phono preamplifier, stereo power amplifier, mechanical controls, switches, and multiple audio connections. The internal electronic assemblies and original component layout are shown in the photographs.

During Restoration

Amplifier Section: The CR-820 incorporates separate left and right output channels with conventional analog amplification circuitry.

Power Supply: The receiver uses an internal transformer and power-supply assembly to support its amplifier and tuner circuits.

Controls and Switches: The front-panel controls provide source selection, volume adjustment, and tonal adjustment.

Radio Tuner: The integrated AM/FM tuner includes an analog tuning mechanism and front-panel display.

Audio Connections: Rear-panel analog inputs, outputs, and speaker terminals are provided for connecting compatible audio components.

After Restoration / Final Testing

The receiver is presented in its classic Yamaha configuration, with a silver front panel, wood-grain enclosure, analog tuning dial, front-panel controls, and rear audio connections. Detailed photographs show the actual exterior and internal electronic assemblies.

CONDITION

Technical Condition

Amplifier: Two-channel stereo amplifier with Yamaha’s rated 50-watt-per-channel output specification into 8 ohms.

Tuner: Built-in AM/FM analog receiver circuitry with signal-strength and tuning indicators.

Phono Stage: Integrated moving-magnet phono input for compatible turntables.

Front-Panel Controls: Source selection, volume, tone, presence, and loudness adjustment controls are installed.

Rear Connections: Analog inputs and outputs, antenna connections, and speaker A/B terminals are present.

Power Configuration: US 120V / 60Hz as identified on the unit’s rear rating label.

Cosmetic Condition

Faceplate: Silver aluminum front panel with Yamaha’s traditional control arrangement and black lettering.

Cabinet: Brown wood-grain exterior with visible vintage surface characteristics.

Controls: Matching front-panel knobs and switches are visible in the product photographs.

Tuning Dial: Wide horizontal analog tuning display with AM and FM frequency scales.

Rear Panel: Black equipment panel with Yamaha model identification, audio connections, speaker terminals, and the power cord.

Overall Presentation: A coordinated silver-and-wood vintage receiver with age-related characteristics consistent with the photographs. Please review the actual product images for cosmetic details.

SPECIFICATIONS

Brand: Yamaha

Model: CR-820

Type: AM/FM Stereo Receiver

Channels: 2-Channel Stereo

Minimum RMS Output Power: 50 W per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.05% THD

Minimum RMS Output Power at 4 Ohms: 60 W per channel, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.05% THD

Continuous RMS Power at 1 kHz: 55 W per channel into 8 ohms, both channels driven

Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz (amplifier reference band)

Phono Input: MM, 2 mV / 50 kΩ

AUX / Tape Input: 120 mV / 45 kΩ

Radio: FM Stereo / AM

Speaker Connections: A/B Speaker Outputs

Dimensions (W × H × D): 20 × 6.57 × 15.55 in

Weight: Approx. 28.7 lbs

Original Rated Voltage: AC 120V / 60Hz

Rear Label Power Rating: 290VA

Cabinet: Wood-Grain Exterior

WHAT IS INCLUDED

1 × Yamaha CR-820 Stereo Receiver with Wood-Grain Cabinet and Attached Power Cord

Only the items specifically listed above are included.

SHIPPING & PACKAGING

Your vintage audio equipment will be professionally packed by HQaudios using protective materials appropriate for its size, weight, and construction. Large or heavy items may be palletized and shipped by freight when required for safer transportation.

HQaudios Professional Shipping and Packaging

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1-YEAR WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Your purchase is backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty. Our team provides support before and after your purchase. If you have questions about setup, operation, compatibility, or your order, please contact HQaudios for assistance.