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ONKYO Lautsprecherbox SC -401
This is a seller’s market, but €200 is still a pretty fair asking price for a clean pair if they’re truly excellent. Recent used sightings cluster around about €180–€250, with occasional higher asks when the pair is unusually tidy or recently serviced, so €200 sits near the middle of the current range rather than looking expensive.
That makes it a sensible buy if you want a solid vintage Onkyo three-way rather than a museum piece. The SC-401 is a well-regarded early-80s Japanese speaker with decent weight and scale, and “excellent” condition matters a lot here because these often need surround work or other refreshes after decades in service. If the drivers are original, cabinets are clean, and it includes grilles, this is a worthwhile pickup.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Onkyo traces its roots to postwar Japan, founded in 1946 in Osaka by Takeshi Goda, an engineer at Matsushita Electric who envisioned high-quality Japanese loudspeakers. Initially established as Osaka Denki Onkyo K.K., the company began production in 1948 with the acclaimed ED-100 speaker featuring a 25 cm driver, quickly building a reputation through LP concerts and innovative designs that resonated with audiophiles.
The brand excels in premium home audio, renowned for AV receivers, hi-fi amplifiers, and surround sound speakers that deliver exceptional clarity and power. Its portfolio spans turntables, DACs, headphones, and cables, bolstered by acquisitions like Pioneer's home electronics division in 2015, enabling cutting-edge integrations such as internet radio and high-resolution streaming.
Onkyo holds a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by discerning buyers for reliable performance and value rather than ultra-high-end exotica. Despite bankruptcy challenges in the late 2010s, its revival under new ownership preserves a legacy of technological innovation and pure sound enjoyment, appealing to both vintage enthusiasts and modern home cinema setups.
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