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Sansui 3900ZThis is an awesome vintage receiver that we've had for a while and are now offering on the Reverb marketplace. It has some light cosmetic wear throughout the unit but is generally in pretty great shape for it's age and it functions exactly as intended. This could be an excellent receiver for anyone looking for a rock solid vintage receiver without completely breaking the bank. Get it while it lasts!FEATURES:Tuning range: FM, AMPower output: 40 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)Frequency response: 5Hz to 100kHzTotal harmonic distortion: 0.03%Damping factor: 40Input sensitivity: 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)Signal to noise ratio: 73dB (MM), 92dB (line)Channel separation: 50dB (MM), 60dB (line)Output: 150mV (line)Got questions? Message us directly! Currently housed in the Guitar Shop of Wisconsin (in business for 30+ years). All items are serviced by our Professional Guitar / Service Techs and tested before listing. We pack well and ship fast. Items may be returned within 3 days upon delivery. Full refunds are processed once delivered by the carrier and inspected by our technicians. We do not deliver to P.O. boxes. Thank you for looking!
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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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