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Sony STR-DN1050 AV Receiver Up for sale here is my Sony STR-DN1050. It’s a network / wifi AV receiver / amplifier. Beside a small scratch on top near the front as per photo, overall is in very good condition. Functions as it should and unit is in very good condition. Comes with 2 remote handsets. Heaps of infos online. Pickup or post interstate at buyer’s expense. Condition: Very Good Payment Method: cash, EFT, PAYID Region/State: (VIC) Victoria/Australia By Audio buddy 0 Comments AUD $320 Date: September 9, 20241 yr
Against the recent AUD comparables, A$320 sits well above the A$183 median and also above the A$381 75th percentile, so this reads as ambitious rather than fair for the current used market. It is not wildly out of line, but it is priced for a buyer who specifically wants this model and is willing to pay a premium.
That said, it’s a respected mid-tier AV receiver with solid HDMI switching, room correction, and enough output for a capable living-room setup, so the appeal is real if it’s been used gently. The upside is strongest if it’s a clean, fully working unit with the remote, calibration mic, and original packaging; at A$320, I’d want that completeness and proof of reliable operation before jumping in.
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.
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