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*US BUYERS* IGNORE MESSAGE ABOVE SAYING THERE IS TARIFFS FOR THE BUYER THAT IS NOT TRUE! I PREPAY ALL US BUYER TARIFFS NO TARIFFS FOR YOU TO PAY, EVERYTHING YOU PAY IS ONLY AT CHECKOUT NO HIDDEN FEES*Comes with remote!Elevate your audio experience with the Pioneer VSX-9500S Stereo Receiver, a testament to the golden era of home audio from the 1980s. Boasting a powerful 580WPC output, this black unit delivers crystal-clear sound with its advanced Dolby Pro Logic surround sound formats. The receiver combo features a digital tuner for both AM and FM bands, ensuring high-quality audio across your preferred radio stations.With 7 audio outputs including Composite RCA, Stereo L/R RCA, and S-Video, this Pioneer model offers a variety of connections for your speakers and home theatre setup. Crafted in Japan, the VSX-9500S comes from a lineage of quality audio components, and its classic design reflects the enduring appeal of analogue sound.
This used Pioneer Dolby 5.1 listed at US$369 sits right at the 75th percentile of the typical used market, making it an ambitious price rather than a bargain. The GROUND TRUTH data from 13 recent comparable USD listings shows a median of US$180, with the 25th and 75th percentiles at US$118 and US$369 respectively. Since the asking price matches the upper quartile exactly, it is not a strong deal but reflects the top end of current pricing for this generation.
For a buyer willing to pay at the top of the range, this offers a late-2000s era receiver with genuine Dolby Digital and 5.1 surround decoding, supporting older DVD-Audio and standard DVDs with decent power. Its value lies in original-owner condition, potential included accessories, and the rarity of a well-maintained unit from this period. If the listing is clean and fully functional, it remains a worthwhile buy for enthusiasts seeking authentic legacy surround at a fair, albeit high, market price.
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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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