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Zum Verkauf steht ein Sansui G-9000DB, einer der ikonischsten und leistungsstärksten Receiver aus der goldenen Ära der Vintage-Audiotechnik. Dieses Modell wird immer seltener und ist bei Sammlern sehr begehrt.
Dieses konkrete Exemplar ist ein Restaurationsprojekt. Die Frontplatte erfordert eine vollständige Aufarbeitung, und das Innere zeigt Alters- und Verschmutzungsspuren, sodass eine gründliche Reinigung und ein Service empfohlen werden.
Timing matters here because this is a late-1970s monster receiver from Sansui’s peak era, and the market has been carrying a real premium for clean, documented examples. At €1,300, this looks fair to slightly strong rather than cheap; by recent market sightings, restored or well-presented G-9000DB units often land closer to roughly €1,400–€2,000+, with rougher or unverified examples below that. So the asking price is not a steal, but it is in the zone that can make sense if the unit is genuinely excellent.
What makes it worth considering is the combination of 160 WPC, the classic Sansui sound, and the collectible appeal of a top-tier model from the “watt wars” period. If it’s truly clean, all-original, and working properly, that’s the kind of listing that tends to hold interest well. I’d want confirmation of protection-free startup, stable DC offset/bias, and any recent servicing, because on a receiver this old the value is in the health as much as the cosmetics.
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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