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Sansui AU-X901 Stereo Amplifier Top of The Line ServicedIMPORTANT: For sale is a top-of-the-line Sansui amplifier from 1994, a highly desirable and difficult-to-find model in today's market. The previous owner recently had the amplifier electronically serviced, including replacement of the main power supply capacitors.During our testing, we noticed that the Power switch requires firm pressure to engage properly. If it is not pressed firmly, the switch does not catch and the unit will not turn on. The Muting switch is also stiff and is not functioning, so these switches will require inspection and service. Both the top and bottom covers were refinished with a professional powder-coat finish, achieving a result very similar to the original appearance.The amplifier's Phono stage is fully functional. Cosmetically, the unit has some scratches on the front panel and on a few of the buttons, but overall it remains in good condition for its age.The Amplifier is located in a Warehouse in Miami FL 33166.ABOUT SHIPPING: Our shipping process works like this: we pay a warehouse who is in charge of making the shipments safely. All orders are processed from Monday to friday. Then we proceed to attach the tracking to the box and photos will be sent to you so you can see the tracking on the box. Subsequently, the Pick-Up request will be made to FedEx. It is important for you to know that this process in which FedEx picks up the box at the warehouse can last from 24 to 120 hours during the working week (from monday to friday). When FedEx picks up the box you will be notified immediately since from that moment your order is on its way to your address.The shipment will be made only through FedEx Ground or FedEx Home. Only sold in the local US marketReturns are not accepted. Only sold in the local US market.The box number is 19ASHIPPING USA• FedEx Ground 150$ (It takes around 4 to 7 days to deliver the package)Ask any questions you may have and we will kindly respond
At US$1,000, this sits well above the typical used market for comparable Sansui listings: the median is US$403 and even the 75th percentile is US$850, so this is an ambitious ask rather than a fair-market bargain. New-price context also matters here: a top-tier integrated amp with phono stage is not cheap to replace with current gear, but the premium on this used piece is still steep unless the restoration is exceptional.
The upside is real if it is truly fully serviced and cosmetically strong: the AU-X901 is a respected late-era Sansui integrated with strong phono performance, excellent drive, and the sort of build quality that still appeals to serious listeners. That makes it a good buy only when provenance, service documentation, and original condition justify the premium; without those, a buyer should expect more room for negotiation than the asking price suggests.
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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