Carver SD/A-450 Sonic Holography CD Player & Carver CM-1090 Integrated Amplifier with Phono Bundle (1990) System
Experience classic high-end American hi-fi with this Carver SD/A-450 CD Player and CM-1090 Integrated Amplifier bundle. The CM-1090 delivers powerful, dynamic stereo amplification with Carver’s renowned magnetic field amplifier technology, while the SD/A-450 provides smooth digital playback and Sonic Holography processing for an expansive listening experience. Together, these components create a detailed and energetic vintage stereo setup ideal for CDs, turntables, cassette decks, and other analog sources. Featuring sleek black styling and performance-focused engineering, this Carver bundle is a standout addition to any serious audio collection. Fully tested and serviced, this vintage Carver system is ready to perform.
CONDITION
SPENCERTIFIED- Fully certified by Spencer
Refurbished and SPENCERTIFIED
100% tested and functional. Cleaned inside and out; worn parts replaced as needed. Controls, switches, and boards cleaned with WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner safe for electronics. Amplifier outputs tested, DC offset checked, and internal components inspected. CD player lens cleaned and tray mechanism serviced for reliable playback.
Cosmetic Condition: 9/10
Functional Condition: 10/10
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- Carver SD/A-450 Sonic Holography CD Player
- Carver CM-1090 Integrated Amplifier
- Analog Audio Cable
Other information about the Carver Component System
- CM-1090
- Power output: 100 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
- Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
- Total harmonic distortion: 0.1%
- Signal to noise ratio: 78dB (MM), 90dB (line)
- Magnetic field amplifier technology
- High-current stereo amplification
- Built-in preamp and power amplifier section
- Multiple analog audio inputs
- Dedicated phono input for turntables
- Channels: 2-channel stereo
- SD/A-450
- Power Requirements: AC 120V ~ 60 Hz
- Vintage black component styling
- Audiophile-grade stereo performance
- Tape monitor loop connections
- Speaker A/B outputs
- Headphone output
- Bass, treble, balance, and loudness controls
- Sonic Holography signal processing
DIMENSIONS
- Size SD/A-450: 17" W x 3.5" H x 12.5" D
- Size CM-1090: 17.3" W x 5.5" H x 15.5" D
- Weight SD/A-450: 10 lbs
- Weight CM-1090: 24 lbs
INPUTS
- CM-1090
- GND x1 (back)
- Phono L/R x1 (back)
- Analog Audio L/R x8 (back)
OUTPUTS
- SD/A-450
- Analog Audio L/R x1 (back)
- Digital Out x1 (back)
- CM-1090
- Headphone x1 (front)
- Analog Audio L/R x3 (back)
- Speakers L/R x2 (back)
MANUFACTURE DATE and PLACE
- MFD. November 1990
- Made in Japan
