Well-established as a leader in the reel-to-reel market, Tandberg began to diversify toward the mid Seventies. When the Norwegians launched this receiver in '77, it flew under the radar in the US market. Today it's revered as one of the great sleepers of the era. With its low, wide, Scandinavian design and beautifully trimmed rosewood cabinet, this TR 2080 is as beautiful as it is functional.
- Production
- 1977-80
- Condition
- 9/10
- Orig. MSRP
- $1399
- Restoration
- Full 30-point service check
- Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis
- Factory Specs
Type Solid-state Stereo Receiver
Tuning range AM/FM
Power output 75 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response 6Hz to 80kHz
Total harmonic distortion 0.05%
Damping factor 60
Input sensitivity 3mV (MM), 150mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio 88dB (MM), 98dB (line)
Channel separation 60dB (line)
Output 1000mV (line), 250mV (DIN), 5V (Pre out)
Dimensions 20"W x 6"H x 14"D
Weight 27.5 lbs.
- Documentation
Tandberg TR 2080 Owner's Manual
Tandberg 1979-80 Catalog
- The History of Tandberg
- In 1933, Tandbergs Radiofabrikk (Tandberg's Radio Factory) was founded by Vebjørn Tandberg in Oslo, Norway. The company's first radio was named "Tommeliten" (Tom Thumb), and used only earphones. This was followed by the "Corona" with a loudspeaker. ...
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- Liner Notes
It's widely held that Tandberg built some of the nicest looking receivers during the late 70’s. The Tandberg TR-2080 is no exception. Its sleek design and logical layout are enhanced by its lighting scheme. The top of the line, this model is known for its exceptional tuner. While not nearly as well recognized in the U.S. as the Pioneer, Sansui, or Kenwood, it can definitely hold its own performance-wise with those behemoths.
- Stock No.
- 7585301692637
Well-established as a leader in the reel-to-reel market, Tandberg began to diversify toward the mid Seventies. When the Norwegians launched this receiver in '77, it flew under the radar in the US market. Today it's revered as one of the great sleepers of the era. With its low, wide, Scandinavian design and beautifully trimmed rosewood cabinet, this TR 2080 is as beautiful as it is functional.
