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Sansui AU-6500 Stereo Amplifier for Repair or PartsIMPORTANT: The Sansui AU-6500 is the first model in Sansui's renowned 500 series. It is a legendary amplifier and the smaller brother of the highly regarded Sansui AU-9500. This unit has some scratches and stains on the front panel, as well as scratches on some of the front-panel buttons. The amplifier powers on but produces no sound. We do not know what issues or internal faults the unit may have. The internal chassis shows signs of rust/corrosion.This unit is being sold strictly for repair or parts, exactly as described and shown in the photographs. We do not know what internal damage or additional issues the unit may have, and we cannot be held responsible for any internal defects or damage that may be discovered during repair. Sold as-is, with no guarantees or warranties, exactly as shown in the photos and described in this listing.The amplifier is sold like this, all photos of the real equipment are shown.The equipment 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 market. Returns are not acceptedThe shipment will be made only through FedEx Ground or FedEx Home.The box number is 75ASHIPPING USA• FedEx Ground 60$ (It takes around 4 to 7 days to deliver the package)Ask any questions you may have and we will kindly respond.
Is this one priced low enough to move fast? At US$300, it lands well below the US$367 25th percentile and far under the US$435 median, so this looks like a strong deal rather than a merely fair ask.
The AU-6500 is respected for its warm, authoritative Sansui sound, solid build, and musical phono section, which makes it a very satisfying vintage integrated when healthy. At this price, the upside is real if it’s been serviced, runs quietly, and has clean controls; age-related issues can matter on any old amplifier, but they’re worth checking because the value here is already attractive.
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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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