audiolab 8000 t tuner

Great sound, live especially good.

Display lights burn out frequently.

Would consider another tuner because of the difficulty obtaining the replacement lamps and the board they are soldered into. I leave the unit on all the time and the lamps in the display don`t seem to last more than a year. A drag to disassemble and repair. Lucky thing I`m patient.

Nil really, you have to pay a lot more to better it

I use a tuner fairly rarely but in my system of Naim components (including the seriously fabulous CDX/XPS) it does not disgrace itself. It occasionally reminds me just how good FM can be with a good aerial. The sound is weighty and crisp, a good clear soundstage that shines with orchestral music in particular. Perhaps the sound is a little 'shiny' for some and the bass lacks true depth and definition but these are quibbles. Although not in the market for a serious upgrade I have listened to more exotic and pricey tuners from Linn, Meridain and Naim and I would suggest you have to pay an awful lot me for a real step up. I have never had a moments trouble with faults as described above although I do not leave it switched on continously, in fact it feels physically solid and well-engineered.

Great sound, extended bass

Display backlight lamps burn out

Have only had this tuner a relatively short time but I am extremely pleased with it's performance and sound quality.
It replaced a Magnum/dynalab FT101A which was just not sensitive enough for the low power Jazz stations I listen to
even though they are about the same in the specified sensitivety.

What is really impressive about this tuner is the extended bass response down to 5Hz which, along with the excellent
specs make it a true joy to listen to - really sounds like a CD. A pity this unit is no longer in production as it is a true classic.

Love the panel layout and solid construction and would heartily recommend this tuner.

Similar Products Used:

Magnum/dynalab FT101A

I bought this tuner, the AudioLab 8000T, via mail-order, sight-unseen. I have not been disappointed. It is very handsome, well-built and performs to complete satisfaction. I can listen to it all day and get very excited about the music I am listening to. I live in a difficult reception environment, and the Audiolab has no problem here. The sound is spacious, has bass and can drive a passive pre-amp very well. I sometimes can only tell it from CD source by its slight dryness to the sound, which I believe is an AudioLab trademark. It has no remote but its control layout is so exceptional that its a treat to use. I did compare it to a 70s Fisher studio tuner. Same selectivity but a very smooth and mellow sound. The Audiolab gets you involved in the rhythm and the performance. Basically, you will not be disappointed.