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Sansui SR 20500 turntable in excellent conditionMinty.Edit: the speed was a little off, so I had my tech guy service it.Removed the spindle assembly by heating to removed old frozen grease and relubricated it.Should be good for many more years.Audio Technica A130E stylusThe Sansui SR-2050 (often mistakenly referred to as SR-20500) is a highly sought-after, vintage 2-speed belt-drive turntable manufactured in the early 1970s. Known for its rich analog sound and real-wood plinthShipping to states in longitude of Colorado, farther west or rural parts of the Midwest will be a little more, billed separately
At US$375, this sits comfortably below the US$585 median and even under the US$331 25th percentile, so it reads as a strong deal rather than a merely fair one. It is not the absolute cheapest comp, but it’s priced in the lower half of recent asking data, which is where a buyer wants to be on a vintage Sansui.
That makes it worth a close look if the unit is complete and unmolested. Sansui gear from this era is well regarded for a big, musical presentation and solid build, and the upside here is mainly getting into a desirable vintage piece without paying median-market money. With condition unknown, I’d still verify basic function, original controls, and whether any servicing has already been done, but the price gives plenty of room for needed cleanup or restoration.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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