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Sansui AU-517 Stereo Amplifier Serviced OperationalIMPORTANT: Legendary Sansui Au-517 amplifier for sale. From the 1978–1979 series. This unit has scratches on the front panel, this amplifier shows some minor stains on the front panel. The previous owner had the top cover professionally repainted, achieving satisfactory results, and the previous owner also had a general service performed, including potentiometer cleaning. It is an equipment that was tested for more than 8 continuous hours. The phono stage has been tested and operates perfectly.A test video was recorded to the amplifier and deck. You can watch it on our YouTube channel (SSC Global Company) to corroborate your purchase and be sure of it.The equipments is sold like this, all photos of the real equipment are shown.The equipments 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.Only sold in the local US marketReturns are not acceptedThe shipment will be made only through FedEx Ground or FedEx Home.The box number is 52A.SHIPPING USA• FedEx Ground 120$ (It takes around 4 to 7 days to deliver the package)Ask any questions you may have and we will kindly respond.
Compared with buying a newer integrated at this money, this Sansui sits right in the sweet spot: US$650 is slightly below the US$702 median and under the US$1,067 75th percentile, so it reads as a fair-to-good buy rather than a stretch. It is not a steal, but it is priced well enough to be worth serious attention for a clean example.
That makes sense for a respected late-vintage Sansui integrated known for solid build, a muscular, easygoing sound, and enough drive to keep many classic speakers happy. The upside here is that these are well loved by collectors and users alike, so a tidy, unmolested unit can be satisfying to own; the main thing to confirm is basic health, since age-related service history matters more than cosmetics on a piece like this.
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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