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This legendary hero of the 1970’s power wars fueled a generation of music lovers and revelers at a time just before the dawn of digital media. Powerful and impressive, this CLASS AB unit has been well preserved, is fully working, and will still knock your socks off. Last full service was 10 years ago here in Chicago, but unit is in solid working order with only a few battle scars over its 50 year lifespan.Local pickup onlyPower & PerformancePower Output: 120 watts per channel (RMS into 8 ohms)Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.1%Frequency Response: 10Hz to 50kHzDamping Factor: 25Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 75dB (MM), 90dB (line) Tuner & InputsTuning Range: FM, MW (AM)FM Sensitivity: 1.8uV (for 50dB quieting)Input Sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)Microphone Input: 6.5mV Physical & Other FeaturesDimensions: Approx. 20.75" W x 7" H x 18" D (526.6 x 173 x 453.5mm)Weight: About 51.5 lbs (23.4kg)Year of Manufacture: 1976Controls: Bass/Treble (with multiple turnover points), Balance, Volume, Loudness, Speaker Selector (for 3 pairs of speakers)
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Pioneer traces its roots to 1937 in Tokyo, Japan, when founder Nozomu Matsumoto, inspired by the thrill of imported hi-fi speakers, developed the A-8 dynamic speaker and launched a radio and speaker repair shop. The business formalized as Fukuin Shokai Denki Seisakusho in 1938, evolving into Pioneer Corporation and embodying Matsumoto's philosophy of "Move the Heart and Touch the Soul" through audio innovation.
The brand excels across diverse hi-fi categories, pioneering Japan's first headphones in 1960 with the SE-1 and the world's first component-based stereo system in 1965 via the PSC-5A. Pioneer's portfolio spans amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark car audio advancements like the 1975 Supertuner-equipped stereo and the 1986 in-car CD player, blending home and automotive excellence.
Today, Pioneer holds a commanding mid-to-high-tier position in the market, revered for reliable, performance-driven gear that balances premium quality with accessibility. Its vintage components attract collectors, while current offerings appeal to discerning buyers seeking robust, innovative sound reproduction without boutique excess.
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