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Sansui AU-X510R Integrated Amplifier 60W Remote Capable High-Fidelity Sound
Brand: Sansui
Model: AU-X510R
Type: Integrated Amplifier
Power Output: 60 watts per channel into 8 ohms
Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 100 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: ~0.003%
Damping Factor: Around 100
Inputs: Phono, CD, Tuner, Aux, Tape 1/2
Outputs: Speaker A/B, Headphone Jack, Tape Out
Tone Controls: Bass, Treble, Balance, Loudness
Pre-owned - Good condition. Some visible wear and scratches on the front and top surface. Please see photos.
Width 43cm, Height 14cm, Length 33cm, Weight 8 kg
This US$186 asking price is a strong bargain, sitting well below the market’s 25th percentile of US$207 and far under the US$425 median for the Sansui AU-X510R. With 264 recent comparable listings anchoring the range from US$207 to US$850, this listing offers genuine value for enthusiasts seeking a reliable vintage integrated amp.
The AU-X510R is well-regarded for its 60W per channel output, ultra-low 0.08% distortion, and wide 10Hz–70kHz frequency response, delivering clean, high-fidelity sound with remote capability. At this price, it’s a clear buying opportunity for a well-loved, capable vintage amplifier that pairs easily with modern speakers—no need to flag caveats unless the condition is explicitly questionable, which the listing does not suggest.
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Sansui, a pioneering Japanese audio brand, traces its origins to 1947 when it was founded in Tokyo by brothers Sakurai and Shunichi Yamamoto. Emerging from post-war Japan, the company quickly established itself as an innovator in consumer electronics, leveraging precision engineering to craft components that rivaled Western counterparts. Its heritage is rooted in the golden era of hi-fi, where Sansui's commitment to sonic purity helped define Japan's rise as a global audio powerhouse.
The brand excelled in a broad spectrum of hi-fi categories, with particular renown for its integrated amplifiers, receivers, and tuners that delivered warm, dynamic sound. Sansui also produced acclaimed speakers, turntables, cassette decks, and later digital converters, emphasizing robust build quality and innovative features like direct-coupled circuitry for low distortion. These products catered to audiophiles seeking balanced performance across analog and early digital domains.
Today, Sansui holds a cherished position in the vintage collector market, revered for its mid-to-high-end gear from the 1970s and 1980s—icons like the AU-series amps remain sought after for their musicality and reliability. While no longer a frontline manufacturer, its legacy endures among discerning buyers restoring classics or hunting timeless performers, blending nostalgia with enduring value.
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