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VINTAGE SANSUI STEREO COMPONENT SYSTEM_____________________________________________________MADE IN JAPANPOWER AMPLIFIERPRE AMPLIFIERTUNERALL RCA CABLES AND POWER CABLES INCLUDEDIN NICE CONDITION VIEW PICTURES FOR ANY MARKS ECT ....NO SPEAKERS !!CAN POST OR PICK UP IS AVAILABLECHECK OUT MY OTHER AUDIO ITMESFULL SYSTEM WITH TURNTABLE AVAILABLE IN MY OTHER EBAY SALE ADDSSpecificationsB77Power output: 60 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)Frequency response: 5Hz to 70kHzTotal harmonic distortion: 0.03%Signal to noise ratio: 115dBDimensions: 430 x 148 x 230mmWeight: 6.4kgFinish: silverSpecificationsC77Frequency response: 5Hz to 70kHzTotal harmonic distortion: 0.03%Input sensitivity: 7mV (mic), 0.18mV (MC), 2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)Signal to noise ratio: 60dB (MC), 80dB (MM), 90dB (line)Output: 150mV (line), 1V (Pre out)Dimensions: 430 x 74 x 247mm
This is a seller’s market for this category at the moment, and this listing is ambitious at US$1,008 versus the recent comparable-asking median of US$400 and the 75th percentile of US$799. It’s not just above the pack; it sits meaningfully over the top quartile, so I’d want a very strong justification before paying up.
That said, vintage Sansui separates are genuinely respected for their full, musical sound and classic build quality, and a complete system can be rewarding if it’s clean and original. The upside here is mainly in getting a cohesive piece with real collector appeal, but at this level you should verify working status, originality, and whether any servicing has already been done; otherwise the price leaves little room for age-related issues or restoration costs.
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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