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Spec 2 amp with 260 watts per channel a monster amp from the Golden age. Amp is working fine no issues cosmetic issue is one corner slight bend not hot and dings by bracket see pics when is screed into rack you can’t telllas with all vintage electronics we are selling as is no returns but buy with confidence check our 100 percent feedback
Compared with the obvious alternative of waiting for a cleaner, more typical example, this ask is a touch under the market middle at US$1,695 versus a median of US$1,795 and a 25th percentile of US$1,745. That makes it a solid buy, not just “fair,” because it lands below the low-end of the recent comparable set.
The reason this one matters is that the Spec 2 is a seriously respected vintage power amp: big, authoritative, and known for strong drive and real headroom rather than polite, lightweight sound. If it’s functional and not hacked up, the upside is straightforward—classic Pioneer muscle, collectible appeal, and a price that leaves room for proper servicing if needed.
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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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