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Basic working order, but is intended to be used "as is" or refurbished by a knowledgeable buyer with no returns. I listed it as "non functioning" just to impress this is sold "as is" with no guarantees of being perfectly 100% to factory spec - even though it does have basic functionality and is complete. It was a regularly used receiver from an original owner home. It was not something forgotten about in storage, but was working and used up to now. It is assumed to be all original. It hasn't been recapped or likely cleaned in a long time. The basic functions and controls work, it receives audio from inputs and tuner, and is able to pass audio to speakers. It definitely is in need of having the pots / switches cleaned - which you can expect to have some scratchiness and irregularities when used. The lights work and there is no major issues. This hypothetically could be used in the current condition, though would need refurbishment to be perfect and 100% reliable. Cosmetically above average. Top wood has some rub marks on it when viewing at right angle, but looks clean at a glance. Rear heatsink has some paint wear. Includes manual.The Sansui G-9000 (manufactured 1978–1979) is a legendary "monster receiver" from the classic Japanese hi-fi era. It is celebrated for its massive build quality, clean dual-mono design, and immense power delivery.Power Output: 160 watts per channel into 8 ohms (and 4 ohms)Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.03% at rated powerFrequency Response: 5 Hz to 50 kHzDamping Factor: 60Weight: Approximately 59–60 lbs (26.9 kg), housed in a simulated walnut veneer cabinetControls: Triple-tone control system (bass, midrange, treble) with turnover switches, high/low filters, loudness switch, and mic mixing capabilityConnectivity: Dual phono inputs, auxiliary inputs, tape monitor loops, and heavy-duty three-way binding posts
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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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