Sony ST-S 222 ES (1986–1988)
A stereo FM/AM tuner made in Japan during the mid-1980s as part of Sony’s ES series.
Overview
The Sony ST-S 222 ES is a stereo FM/AM tuner manufactured by Sony from 1986 to 1988. It was made in Japan and belongs to Sony's ES (Elevated Standard) series, a line known for higher-end audio components during that era. This model shares its product family with other ES-series amplifiers such as the TA-F 222 ES, TA-F 444 ES, and TA-F 555 ES II, suggesting it was designed to integrate within a matched high-fidelity system. The unit is black and was marketed under slightly varying model names, including ST-S222ES and ST-S222ESA.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Model | ST-S 222 ES |
| Type | Stereo Tuner |
| Years of manufacture | 1986 - 1988 |
| Made in | Japan |
| Color | Black |
Product Family
The ST-S 222 ES was part of a broader ES series lineup that included the Sony TA-F 222 ES, TA-F 444 ES, and TA-F 555 ES II integrated amplifiers, indicating it was intended for use in a coordinated high-fidelity audio system.
Market
Used units have been listed for sale at prices such as EUR 25.00 and USD 24.26, with some described as working despite cosmetic wear. A product self-repair manual insert is referenced in official Sony support materials, indicating limited availability of repair guidance.
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