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This is a Pioneer Sx 980 manufactured in 1978 to 1980 in excellent working condition. I hooked up my tape deck CD player and turntable, make sure the functions worked properly.. everything else is in working condition, this is an excellent receiver from pioneer
At US$1,500, this is below the US$1,605 25th percentile and meaningfully under the US$1,684 median, so it reads as a strong deal rather than just a fair ask. Against five recent comparable listings, you’re getting it at the low end of the market without needing to pay up for a premium example.
That makes sense for a Pioneer SX-980: it’s a well-regarded vintage receiver with real collector appeal, strong build quality, and the kind of classic Pioneer sound many buyers chase. If the cosmetics are genuinely excellent and it’s been serviced or at least runs cleanly, the upside is solid here; for a clean, desirable piece like this, good provenance and working condition matter more than chasing the absolute cheapest example.
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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