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Pick up ONLY. Not really wanting to let this one go but I have a chance at getting my first motorcycle back. 😂 This 1250 is beautiful, presents well and only has two very tiny minor nicks in the face on the left side. one is just below the glass and one is just above the glass. they're not even a 16th of an inch long. they're shown in the pictures. the rest of it is dent in mark-free and in beautiful shape. It has been fully restored by Frank Scorano of Precision Vintage Audio Repair outside of Philly. One of the pics shows the extensive work that was done. since its restoration in Oct of 2024 it has had a very easy life. I use it probably 2 or 3 hours a week. This beast Tested at a whopping 196 w @8 ohms before Clipping! It's set up and ready for you to audition!! For the asking price, I'll add a set of mint condition HPM 60s to the mix!
Compared with the safer move of buying a later, more common receiver at this money, this is priced right in the heart of the current used market. The asking price of US$4,500 sits exactly on the median of the recent comparable listings, above the US$3,500 25th percentile and just under the US$5,050 75th percentile, so it reads as fair rather than a steal or an overreach.
That makes it appealing if the unit is clean and working, because the SX-1250 is one of Pioneer’s big classics: 160 watts per channel, serious build quality, and the kind of commanding sound and presence vintage fans still chase. At this level, the real upside is condition, originality, and evidence of service; if it’s been properly maintained, with intact cosmetics and all the knobs, wood case, and lights sorted, it’s a strong buy for someone who wants the flagship experience rather than a project.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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