Pioneer SX-1980 Values For 2012
Well, we’re half way through 2012 and I thought I’d review the sale prices for some of the high end vintage Pioneer receivers. I would expect that the poor economy has affected values negatively or …
Category: Receivers
Onkyo TX-2500 MK II
This Onkyo TX-2500 receiver is a low to mid-range offering from Onkyo with the TX-8500 being the big dog at the time. I’ve always liked the look of the Onkyo receivers – even the bolt …
Technics SA-1000
This giant Technics SA-1000 receiver is one of the rarer monster receivers. You don’t see them come up for sale very often. And, while they may not be as popular as Marantz or Pioneer they …
Sansui QRX-5500
This Sansui QRX-550 is one of Sansui’s Quadrophonic offerings. It puts out 30 per channel to four channels into 8ohms. It is part of the early beginnings of surround sound. I believe Sansui had six …
Nikko 7075
Mention a Nikko receiver and you’ll find opinions on both sides of the aisle with regards to build and sound quality. Most will agree that they are great looking receivers and they do have a …
Sony STR-V5
The Sony STR-V5 is the younger brother of the STR-V6 and top of the line STR-V7. It was introduced around 1978 and has the classic 70’s Sony styling. I personally really like the Sony style …
Wintec R1030
Well, let’s delve into the obscure for a little bit. This is the Wintec R1030 made by Wintec of America in Long Beach California back in the late 70’s. You don’t see this brand very …
Pioneer SX-550
The Pioneer SX-550 is one of the smaller receivers that Pioneer produced. It is the successor to the SX-535 and produces a whopping 20 watts per channel. It was introduced in 1976 and was discontinued …
JVC JR-S300 Mk II
You might consider this JVC JR-S300 Mark II receiver ugly but it definitely has a distinct look. Very industrial looking. The slanted tuning dial and lack of knobs also give it a bit of a …
Pioneer SX-5590
This Pioneer SX-5590 is the European version of Pioneer’s SX-1250. It would definitely be considered a “Monster” receiver as it produces a whopping 160 watts per channel. It incorporates a huge toroidal power transformer. It …
Marantz 2385
This is the Marantz 2385. The one pictured is most likely a European version as it has no Dolby. The Euro version also has two Aux inputs. The 2385 was made from 1977 through 1980 …
Bose Spatial Control Receiver
Well, Bose may not be known for their receivers but this is one nice looking stereo! This is the Bose Spatial Control Receiver which is model number 108787 but is more commonly referred to as …
Technics SA-5170
The sky blue color of this receivers dial face makes it immediately recognizable. This is the Technics SA-5170 and a number of Technics receivers have this look. It is pretty distinct when lit up as …
Tandberg Solvsuper 12
This elegant and stylish Tandberg Solvsuper 12 is one nice looking receiver. It was manufactured in Norway in the mid 70’s. It’s dimensions are 19.5L x 4.6H x 9.4D inches and it weighs nearly 13 pounds. It …
Marantz 2240
Produced in 1974 this Marantz 2240 had a list price of $449.95. It had the option of the WC-22 wood case and weighs just over 30 pounds. It puts out a modest 40 watts per …