RADAR is a price search engine. We link to the original listing — we never sell direct. Transactions happen on the source site.
This is a plain-Jane but capable old AVR, and the price sits a bit above the usual used market without being outrageous. At A$245, it’s above the A$161 median and well above the A$85 lower quartile, though still under the A$315 upper quartile, so I’d call it mildly ambitious rather than a bargain.
What makes it worthwhile is the low-risk appeal of a clean, “as new” example if the cosmetics and inputs are truly excellent. The STR-DH500 is a straightforward 5.1 HDMI-era receiver that can be a solid entry point for a secondary room or simple surround setup, especially if it includes the remote and has been stored well. At this price, buyers should mainly confirm full channel output, HDMI switching, and that the original accessories are present.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Sony emerged from the ruins of post-World War II Japan, founded on May 7, 1946, by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo K.K. in Tokyo's Nihonbashi district. Starting with radio repairs and Japan's first magnetic tape recorder, the duo secured transistor licensing from Bell Labs, pioneering the TR-55 transistor radio in 1955. Renamed Sony Corporation in 1958—from the Latin "sonus" for sound—the brand symbolized Japan's ascent from cheap imitations to innovative leadership, fueled by Ibuka's engineering prowess and Morita's global marketing vision.
Sony's hi-fi legacy spans headphones, amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark formats like the Compact Disc in 1982 and Blu-ray. Iconic products include the Walkman for portable audio revolution and Trinitron televisions, blending consumer accessibility with cutting-edge tech. Today, offerings like the Signature Series headphones and ES amplifiers target discerning listeners seeking refined soundstaging and dynamic range.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Sony commands respect among knowledgeable buyers for blending mass-market reliability with premium performance, outpacing many pure audiophile brands in innovation and value. Far from vintage relic or niche boutique, it dominates with forward-thinking engineering, holding strong market share in headphones and streaming ecosystems.
See all Sony listings on RADAR.
Marktplaats
Marktplaats
NL
Marktplaats
Marktplaats
NL
eBay UK
GB
audio-markt.de
Good
