Pioneer SX-5580
Wow, there’s something about the black faced receivers that makes them stand out. A few of the receiver manufacturers produced dark faced models during the mid to late 70’s. Most were produced for the European …
Tandberg TR-2080
I’ve always though that Tandberg built some of the nicest looking receivers during the late 70’s. This Tandberg TR-2080 is no exception. The sleek design and logical layout are enhanced by it’s lighting scheme. Originally …
Marantz 4400
The Marantz 4400 is a classic quadraphonic 4 channel receiver into which Marantz pretty much threw everything they had. Offered from about 1974 until 1978, it pushed out 125 watts RMS per channel into 8 …
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 …
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 …