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 …
B&O Beomaster 4400
The Bang & Olufsen Beomaster 4400 receiver was introduced in 1977 and was on the market until about 1980. It was Bang & Olufsen’s flagship stereo receiver at the time. It incorporated several technical innovations …
Yamaha CR-800
The Yamaha CR-800 receiver made its debut in 1974 with a retail price of $580.00. It was number 2 in the Yamaha lineup just behind the top of the line CR-1000. It produces 45 watts …
Sansui G-3000
The Sansui G-3000 receiver was introduced in 1977 and was on the market until about 1979. It retailed for around $280 and while it was at the lower end of the Sansui lineup it was …
Marantz 2010
The Marantz 2010 receiver was introduced in 1972 at a retail price of $199.95. It’s known as a ‘Baby Marantz’ due to its more compact design and lower power output of just 10 watts per …
Pioneer SX-727
The Pioneer SX-727 is widely considered one of the better receivers ever made by the company. With its beautiful walnut cabinet, elegant look, high build quality and versatile connectivity it is definitely a classic. Introduced …
Harman Kardon HK 340
The Harman Kardon HK 340 was a budget oriented receiver that was introduced in late 1978 and was at the lower end of the HK lineup. It’s retail price was under $250 and at 20 …
Kenwood KR-8010
This classic is the Kenwood KR-8010. It was introduced in 1978 and was on the market until about 1981. With 125 watts per channel and 0.03% total harmonic distortion it was near top of the …
Yamaha CR-420
The Yamaha CR-420 was offered from 1977 through about 1980 and retailed for $290. It was part of Yamaha’s Natural Sound line of audio equipment. It was marketed as a low-powered, affordable integrated receiver that …
Hitachi SR-2004
Introduced in 1978, the Hitachi SR-2004 receiver fits snugly into the monster category at 200 watts per channel. Hitachi’s top-of-the-line receiver was on par with, or better than, other leading brand receivers. At $949.95 the …
Sanyo JCX-2600K
The Sanyo JCX-2600K receiver was introduced in 1978 and retailed for $449.95. While Sanyo may not have a reputation for high quality today, the receivers they produced in the late 1970’s could compete with most …
Kenwood Model Eleven III
The Kenwood Model Eleven III was introduced around 1976 and was on the market until about 1978. It was sold primarily on overseas military bases to U.S. military personnel. Many would consider the Eleven III …
Nikko NR-1415
The Nikko NR-1415 was introduced in 1978 and comfortably fits within the Monster Receiver category as it produces 175 watts per channel. It was Nikko’s top-of-the-line receiver at the time and retailed for $830. In …
Marantz SR-1000
Introduced in 1980 the Marantz SR-1000 was a budget minded receiver that produced 20 watts per channel. It retailed for $275. Superscope sold the Marantz brand to Philips Electronics in 1980, so the SR line …