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Why this one
Very good condition - light cosmetic wear, no functional issues
Fully tested - all applicable functions verified working
Pioneer-built media player designed for dependable home theatre and hi-fi playback.
A practical source component for anyone building or refreshing a home entertainment setup.
Condition: Very Good
This media player is in very good condition. It has passed our 7-point functional test, with 1 item(s) not applicable to this unit. Note: Fully tested. It powers on and everything we checked works as it should. A few light surface marks and scratches from use, none of which affect how it works. Please review all photos carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the cosmetic condition of the product.
What's included
Pioneer DV-868AVi-S (Silver)
No additional accessories included
About this model
The Pioneer DV-868AVi-S is a silver-finished media player from Pioneer's home entertainment range, built to play back disc-based video and audio through a home theatre or hi-fi setup. Players of this type are typically used as the source component in a living-room system, connected to a TV or AV receiver for movie and music playback.
A great opportunity to own a Pioneer DV-868AVi-S at this price point.
The DV-868AVi was a flagship-era Pioneer universal disc player rather than an AV receiver, and USD 219 looks like a fair-to-good price if this is the correct model. It handles DVD-Audio, SACD, CD, and DVD-Video, with HDMI, i.Link, 5.1-channel analogue, optical, and coaxial outputs—an unusually comprehensive specification for its age.
Its appeal is the strong physical build, excellent format support, capable 24-bit/192 kHz audio section, and genuinely useful multichannel analogue connectivity. It makes particular sense for a vintage SACD/DVD-A system or a period Pioneer stack, especially with the original remote and working HDMI/i.Link outputs. At USD 219, the price is attractive enough to pursue, though confirm the model badge and test disc loading, SACD/DVD-A playback, tray operation, and all outputs before buying; this is an old transport, not a modern streaming component.
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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