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For Sale is a Vintage Sony STR-AV650 AM/FM Stereo Receiver; Tested and it works great and is in very good condition. Sorry about the shadows in the pics and video.You can see a brief demo here: -Power Output: 65W RMS to 100W+ Peak per channel-Inputs: Phono (turntable), CD/AUX, Tape 1/DAT, Tape 2, Video 1, and Front/Rear Video 2.-Functions: Memory Scan, FM/AM Tuner.-Outputs: Stereo L/R RCA, Speaker outputs.-Type: Analog AV Receiver-Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 6"-Weight: 18 pounds
Is US$129 the kind of price that lets you buy with confidence, or does it need a hard listen first? For a working STR-AV650, that’s a fair-to-good asking price in today’s used market rather than a steal; this early-’90s Sony was a solid mid-tier AV receiver with 70 watts per channel into 8 ohms, S-Video/composite switching, and the sort of build that still appeals to vintage hi-fi buyers.
If you want a compact, classic Sony receiver for a secondary system, TV audio, or a period-correct 2-channel setup, it’s a worthwhile buy if it’s clean and fully functional. The upside here is the mix of respectable power, straightforward layout, and old-Sony reliability when serviced; I’d favor it most if the seller can confirm all inputs work, the controls are quiet, and the remote is included, since completeness helps a lot on older AV gear.
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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