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For sale: The Pioneer SA-508 is a classic late-1970s stereo integrated amplifier from Pioneer’s sought-after Blueline Series. Its brushed aluminium front panel, large control knobs and distinctive blue fluorescent power display give it the unmistakable Pioneer look from this era.
This example is in good used condition and presents very nicely overall. It is a solid choice for a vintage hi-fi setup and pairs particularly well visually with other Pioneer Blueline components.
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Cosmetic condition:
Good used vintage condition
Front panel is clean and presentable
Light age-related wear may be visible on the cabinet and controls
No major cosmetic damage visible
Display illuminates as shown in the photos
Please see all photos for the exact cosmetic condition
Specs:
Power output: 25 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 20Hz to 40kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.03%
Damping factor: 30
Input sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio: 76dB (MM), 98dB (line)
Output: 150mV (line), 30mV (DIN)
Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω
Semiconductors: 3 x IC, 21 x transistors, 18 x diodes
Dimensions (LxWxH): 420 x 150 x 271mmWeight: 8 KgVolts: 220/240v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
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Picking up the item is also possible. It can be picked up in Alkmaar
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When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
Condition is unknown, and at US$1,199 this is well above the typical used market for this kind of integrated amp: the median is US$196, with the upper quartile at US$450. That makes the asking price ambitious unless the unit is exceptionally mint, fully serviced, boxed, or otherwise unusually documented.
The appeal is the Pioneer name and the chance to get a solid vintage integrated with the warm, straightforward sound these older amps are loved for, but the value here hinges on proof. At this level, a buyer should want clear photos, a confirmed working report, and ideally service history; otherwise the premium is hard to justify when comparable gear is usually much cheaper.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Pioneer traces its roots to 1937 in Tokyo, Japan, when founder Nozomu Matsumoto, inspired by the thrill of imported hi-fi speakers, developed the A-8 dynamic speaker and launched a radio and speaker repair shop. The business formalized as Fukuin Shokai Denki Seisakusho in 1938, evolving into Pioneer Corporation and embodying Matsumoto's philosophy of "Move the Heart and Touch the Soul" through audio innovation.
The brand excels across diverse hi-fi categories, pioneering Japan's first headphones in 1960 with the SE-1 and the world's first component-based stereo system in 1965 via the PSC-5A. Pioneer's portfolio spans amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark car audio advancements like the 1975 Supertuner-equipped stereo and the 1986 in-car CD player, blending home and automotive excellence.
Today, Pioneer holds a commanding mid-to-high-tier position in the market, revered for reliable, performance-driven gear that balances premium quality with accessibility. Its vintage components attract collectors, while current offerings appeal to discerning buyers seeking robust, innovative sound reproduction without boutique excess.
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