RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
Sansui AU-217 Stereo Amplifier for Repair or PartsIMPORTANT: The unit requires repair, as it has issues with two of the outputs. Additionally, we do not know what other components or functions may be defective and further inspection will be necessary. This is a great unit for a vintage audio restoration project and an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a restoration candidate. The amplifier has some scratches and stains on the front panel.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 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 89ASHIPPING USA• FedEx Ground 40$ (It takes around 4 to 7 days to deliver the package)Ask any questions you may have and we will kindly respond
Compared with a typical used integrated at about US$244 median, this Sansui at US$100 is a strong bargain and well below the US$163 25th percentile. At that price, it looks like a legit grab rather than a “maybe later” listing.
The AU-217 has a solid reputation as a sweet, musical vintage integrated with enough build quality to outlast plenty of cheaper modern alternatives. If it’s clean, fully working, and unmolested, the upside is excellent; just make sure the usual age-related basics are sorted, like scratchy controls, noisy switches, and stable output.
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.
See all Sansui listings on RADAR.
