Pioneer QX-949
The Pioneer QX-949 is one of Pioneer’s larger quadraphonic receivers and was top of the line when it was introduced in 1973. This was mainly due to the fact that it had essentially all the …
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Sony STR-V3
Sony’s STR-V line was export only from Japan and sold well in Europe. Didn’t sell quite as well in the U.S. This Sony STR-V3 was made in 1978 and featured 35 watts per channel. It …
Pioneer FM-R301 Audio Master
This is a unique early Pioneer FM-R301 Audio Master monophonic receiver. It was produced around 1959 by Fukuin electronics as they were making their transition into the Pioneer name brand. It has very mid-century styling …
McIntosh MAC 1500
The McIntosh MAC 1500, introduced in 1965, is essentially a hybrid amplifier with a solid state preamp section, tube output section and FM tuner. It is a fairly rare piece of equipment as only around …
Sansui G-9000
Ahhh…the beautiful look of the late 70’s Sansui receivers. The warm golden glow from the dial and meter lights and the smorgasbord of buttons, knobs, and switches below. It’s a stereo lovers delight. The best …
Acoustic Research AR Model R
This is a nice Acoustic Research Model R receiver. It’s style shows a little from the 60’s and a hint in to the 70’s. Of course, it was manufactured in the early 70’s and retailed …
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 …
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 …