Sony APM 100AV
A compact, magnetically shielded 2-way bookshelf speaker system from Sony with wall-mount capability.
Overview
The Sony APM-100AV is a 2-way loudspeaker system designed for compact audio setups. Marketed as a bookshelf-type speaker, it features magnetic shielding. The system includes an APM unit for low-frequency reproduction and a protection circuit that automatically recovers from overloads. It comes with metal fittings for wall mounting, suggesting use in space-constrained or multi-room environments.
Specifications
| Product type | compact speaker system, 2-Way Loudspeaker System, Bookshelf Type |
| Model Rating Method | 2-Way / 2-Speaker / Bookshelf Type / Anti-magnetic Type |
| Unit Low Band | 77 cm² Plane type |
| Unit For high-pass | 5 cm cone type |
| Playback frequency band | 70 Hz ~ 20000 Hz |
| Output sound pressure level | 88dB/W/m |
| Rated input level | 25W |
| Maximum instantaneous input level | 50W |
| External dimensions | Width 160x Height 260x Depth 230 mm |
| Weight | 2.9kg |
| Original price | ¥11,500 (1 unit, around 1986) |
Design
The speaker is magnetically shielded and uses an APM unit in the low range. It features an automatic recovery type protection circuit and includes metal fittings for wall mounting.
Market
The Sony APM-100AV was priced at ¥11,500 per unit around 1986.
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