The Yamaha CA-X1 is a gorgeous slice of late-70s silver-faced hi-fi: a natural-sound integrated amplifier with twin output-level VU meters, a satisfying heavy volume wheel, and that clean, slightly warm Yamaha voice. Tone controls, subsonic filter, multiple inputs and proper build quality make it a joy to live with.

FEATURES & PROS:

• Natural Sound: Yamaha's clean, musical amplifier character.
• VU Meters: Twin output-level meters for that vintage cockpit feel.
• Full Control: Bass, treble, subsonic filter and input selection.
• Built to Last: Heavy silver-era Japanese construction.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: integrated amplifier
• Brand: Yamaha
• Metering: twin VU
• Era: late 1970s
• Condition: used, functional