Sansui 221
The Sansui 221 receiver is a hidden treasure. Despite its small size and modest power rating of 8 watts per channel, this little powerhouse delivers sound quality that often surprises people. Offered by Sansui in …
Marantz 1550
Introduced in 1978, the Marantz 1550 receiver was part of the 15xx series that included the 1515, 1530, and 4025. Superscope owned the Marantz brand at the time and Philips would buy them from Superscope …
Pioneer SX-3600
Introduced in 1980, the Pioneer SX-3600 is a stylish receiver incorporating aspects of both digital and analog engineering. It was in the middle of the Pioneer performance ladder, and retailed for an affordable $275, but …
Technics SA-110
The Technics SA-110 is a low budget receiver that debuted in 1983 for $160. Its rated output is 20 watts per channel with total harmonic distortion of 0.5%. It has a small profile at around …
Realistic STA-2200
The Realistic STA-2200 receiver debuted in 1980 at a retail price of $599.95. It was sold by Radio Shack both in stores and via mail order. While it was designed in the US, it was …
Marantz Model 22
The Marantz Model 22, or Twenty Two, was the first all solid state receiver from Marantz. It was also the first Marantz receiver to have an AM tuner. Introduced in 1969 at a retail price …
Mitsubishi DA-R20
The Mitsubishi DA-R20 receiver debuted in 1980 at a retail price of $560. It was Mitsubishi’s first foray into receivers. Previously they had only built separate components. The DA-R20 is a hybrid design with some …
Pioneer SX-50
The Pioneer SX-50 was introduced in 1983 and had a retail price of $380. It is a computer controlled stereo receiver and embraced emerging audio technologies, supporting TV audio inputs and also anticipating the rise …
Sansui 350A
The Sansui 350A was a budget receiver introduced by Sansui in 1970. It is all solid state and produces just 20 watts per channel. It was offered at a retail price of just $199.95. Given …
Yamaha R-500
The Yamaha R-500 receiver was released in 1981 as part of Yamaha’s popular R-Series line. At the lower end of the R-Series lineup, the R-500 provided adequate power at 40 watts per channel and all …
Toshiba SA-7150
The Toshiba SA-7150 was a high-quality stereo receiver that was released in 1978, during the era of powerful “Monster Receivers”. It produces 150 watts per channel and retailed for a hefty $1100 at the time. …
Technics SA-700
The Technics SA-700 receiver debuted in 1978 and was at the higher end of the Technics receiver lineup at the time. It’s rated at a hefty 100 watts per channel and retailed for a price …
Realistic STA-850
The Realistic STA-850 receiver debuted in 1982 at a retail price of $379.95 and was their mid-range offering at the time. It produces 50 watts per channel and has clean, sleek styling. The STA-850 was …
Sony STR-V7
The Sony STR-V7 is a sleek and powerful vintage receiver that was first introduced in 1978. At 150 watts per channel it is a classic monster receiver. As the flagship model of Sony’s STR receiver …
Audio Reflex AGS-150
The Audio Reflex AGS-150 receiver is an interesting piece of audio equipment. It was designed and manufactured by AGS Electronics Limited for Audio Reflex and introduced in 1976. While not well known, it has an intriguing …