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Beschrijving onderhoud gehad. Bias afgeregeld. Nieuwe stk geplaatst. Div nieuwe condensatoren. Relais gedaan. Volledig doorgesoldeerd. Uitvoerig getest. Sansui b-3000 stereo power amplifier onderhoud
At €650, this Sansui C1000 preamp is ambitious, sitting above the 75th percentile of €606 and well past the median of €544 for recent EUR listings, though it remains below the current HifiShark median of €145 only if that figure reflects a different model cohort or currency mix-up; sticking to your ground truth, €650 is clearly overpriced versus the typical used market. The unit originally cost around 190 US-$ (roughly €170–€180 in 1987 terms) and was marketed as a compact Japanese control amp with solid output drive, capable of feeding multiple power amps via its buffered outputs.
This preamp is worthwhile for its clean, linear sound and flexible connectivity, especially if you’re pairing it with a Sansui B-3000 or similar vintage Japanese amp. The upside lies in its rarity as a matched control amp for the B-3000 and its robust output stage that handles modern inputs effortlessly. However, at this price and with unknown condition, you should verify the remote and Bluetooth module (if included, as some listings note), check for worn pots or noisy switches, and confirm the power supply isn’t leaking—common age issues in late-80s Japanese preamps. Only buy if it’s original-owner, fully tested, and includes accessories; otherwise, it’s hard to justify over €600.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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