Sansui Eight
This is the Sansui Eight which is part of the Sansui single digit series. The series consisted of the Six, Seven, Eight and Eight Deluxe. Most likely the Eight was the first to hit the …
Telefunken Concerto 105
Here is an obscure receiver for you. It’s a Telefunken Concerto 105. It was made in West Germany in the 60’s by the company probably more known now for their quality vacuum tubes. It featured: …
Tandberg TR-2075
This is the Tandberg TR-2075 from Norway. It was built from 1975-1977 and retailed for $999.00. The Tandberg’s unique styling with the large square push buttons and dark blue meter and dial lights make it …
JVC JR-S600 MARK II
This is one receiver you’re not likely to see very often. It’s one of the early offerings from JVC the JVC JR-S600 Mk II. It was manufactured around 1977-1981 and featured 120 watts per channel …
Onkyo TX-6500 MKII
This is one of the less common receivers – the Onkyo TX-6500 MK II. It was made by Onkyo from around 1978 to 1981. They made a series of receivers with the entry level unit …
Technics SA-8000x
Taking a step back into Quad territory this is the Technics SA-8000x Quad receiver. Not the most stylish receiver it was offered from late 1973 until early 1975. It is rated at 13 watts per …
McIntosh 1700
The McIntosh 1700 is a hybrid receiver. It has a solid state preamp and amp sections but a tube tuner section. Made from 1967 until 1973 it retailed for $599.00. It is rated at 40 …
Realistic STA-2100
This is the Realistic STA-2100 offered by Radio Shack in 1979. It’s a very nice and clean looking unit that was made by Foster Electronics. The build quality is excellent. The STA-2100 utilized a toroidal …
Marantz 2270
This is the classic Marantz 2270 receiver in a beautiful wood case. Anyone familiar with vintage audio knows that Marantz built some of the best receivers of the time. And, actually, when restored, probably still stand …
McIntosh 4100
This is the McIntosh 4100 receiver. It was produced from 1978 up until 1985 and had a retail price of nearly $2000.00. The design seems to have a love-hate quality with audiophiles and collectors. Many …
Fisher 500C
The Fisher 500-C is a classic tube receiver and is always in high demand from collectors and audio enthusiasts. Introduced in 1964 it is estimated that over 100,000 units were sold, so it was obviously …
Luxman R-1120
This the beautifully styled Luxman R-1120 receiver. As you can see it has a nice symmetrical design and beautiful wood veneer case. Introduced in 1976 this was Luxman’s top of the line unit until it …
Marantz 2330 B
The Marantz 2330B was produced from 1977 through 1979 at the height of the audio craze. As you probably already know Marantz built some of the best receivers offered during that time. This particular unit …
McIntosh 1900
Most vintage audio enthusiasts consider McIntosh equipment to be the top of the line. It is some of the best designed and best built audio equipment made during that time period. And, actually many would …
Pioneer SX-780
This is the Pioneer SX-780. It was the last of Pioneer’s 700 series receivers and was very well built. It was produced from 1978 up until 1980 and had a list price of $325.00. The …