MR7083

About the MR7083

The McIntosh MR-7083 AM/FM tuner was manufactured between 1990 and 1995 and is renowned for its high performance, long life, and flexibility. It features a digital frequency display and multiple tuning options including manual knob, scan up/down touchbuttons, preset station touchbuttons with indicators, and a search function previewing presets. The tuner includes a SPATIAL audio processor that enhances stereo sound quality and reduces noise on weak or noisy FM and AM stations. It also has circuits to suppress stereo carrier noise for high-quality tape recordings. The Phase Locked Loop multiplex decoder delivers stereo FM with lower distortion, noise, and improved separation. The AM antenna system supports low-impedance loopstick, external noise-canceling shielded loop, and conventional long wire antennas. The front panel includes LED indicators for AM, FM, MONO, STEREO, SPATIAL, SEARCH, tuning lock/up/down, signal strength, and an FM MPX light. The unit uses McIntosh's Panloc mounting system and offers fixed and variable audio outputs, scope outputs, and a 15-pin remote control receptacle. It weighs approximately 11.5 kg (25.3 lbs) and measures 410 x 138 x 330 mm (16.13 x 5.44 x 13 inches). The MR-7083 is noted for excellent sensitivity, selectivity, and low distortion, with specifications such as 11.25 dBF usable FM sensitivity, 50 dB stereo quieting sensitivity, 0.5% max harmonic distortion at 30% modulation, 50 dB stereo separation, and a frequency response of 50 Hz to 6,000 Hz for AM and 20 Hz to 15 kHz for FM. It consumes 10 watts of power at 120V AC. The original price was approximately . This tuner is highly regarded for its sound quality and ease of use, combining vintage tube-like audio warmth with solid-state reliability and modern digital features.