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Pioneer SX-950 Receiver AmplifierDescription: For sale is a lately serviced and thus fully operational Pioneer SX-950. A full work summary is shown below. Every machine is tested thoroughly and competently for many an hour at our shop after servicing. We do the majority of our business at our storefront in Rhode Island. We encourage you to make an appointment and hear the unit for yourself! Give us a ring at [phone removed by eBay]. Shipped promptly and competently-see our hundreds of positive feedback on our adept shipping methods. We encourage you to make an appointment and come and hear it through our system at the shop in the Rhode Island! You will fall in love with sound of this thing. We can reached at [phone removed by eBay] should you have any questions at all. See our feedback as regards shipping-we use only first-rate materials and methods. Work Summary:-Fully tested for many an hour.-All faulty components, i.e., capacitors, resistors have been replaced.-All bad connections have been addressed.-All buttons and controls cleaned.-All work performed by a competent technician with decades experience.
This US$1,200 asking price is a strong deal for a used Pioneer SX-950 stereo receiver, landing well below the 25th percentile of US$1,495 and significantly under the median of US$1,560 from recent comparable listings. While the SX-950 was replaced decades ago by modern digital receivers, its vintage status and 85-watt-per-channel power output keep demand high, with typical market prices often stretching from US$900 for functional units to over US$1,500 for fully restored examples.
At this price, you’re securing a highly regarded 1976 classic known for its warm, detailed sound and robust build, making it an excellent buying opportunity for analog enthusiasts. The SX-950’s smooth frequency response (7Hz–90kHz) and low THD (<0.1%) ensure pristine audio reproduction, and if this unit is original-owner condition with working lights and clean cosmetics, it offers meaningful upside without the need for immediate recapping. Only verify basic functionality before committing; otherwise, this is a rare find at a bargain level.
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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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