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PIONEER RECIEVERIN WORKING CONDITION100 WATTS PER CHANNELFEW MARKSNO REMOTE BUT CAN BE USED MANUALYCOMES WITH POWER CORDCAN POST OR PICK UP IS AVAILABLESpecificationsTuning range: FW, MWPower output: 100 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)Surround output: 100W (front), 100W (center), 100W (rear)Frequency response: 5Hz to 100kHzTotal harmonic distortion: 0.2%Input sensitivity: 200mV (line)Signal to noise ratio: 96dB (line)Output: 200mV (line)Speaker load impedance: 8Ω to 16ΩDigital inputs: coaxial, opticalVideo Connections: compositeDimensions: 420 x 158 x 393mm
Pioneer’s older surround receivers can be very capable, especially if you want a straightforward home-theater hub with decent amplification and broad input flexibility. At US$188, this sits a bit below the US$212 median of your 408-comp listing set, so it reads as a fair-to-good buy rather than a steal; it’s comfortably above the US$108 25th percentile, but still well under the US$447 75th percentile.
The upside here is value: if it powers up cleanly, switches inputs properly, and all channels are stable, you’re getting a lot of functional AV for the money. The real check is condition and completeness—make sure the remote, speaker terminals, and any calibration/HDMI-era features you need are present and working, since vintage Pioneer gear is most attractive when it’s plug-and-play and hasn’t been abused.
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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