Vintage Pioneer SX 980 receiver

PIONEER SX980

The unique receiver of this Japanese audio tycoon, a highly rated model of the iconic series with the number 80 at the end, equipped with analog power meters, has made its place in the history of vintage audio, which is very difficult to obtain nowadays. ..old equipment (yes, it's over 40 years old!)

  A classic format, highly valued around the world by experts for great, uncompromising, beautiful workmanship characteristic of this brand.

  The equipment was manufactured for the western market for exceptionally demanding customers. This is a charming model, an absolutely unique piece, a solid wood enclosure in an exotic color with a perfect varnish, a heavy front panel made of brushed aluminum, thick glass, all aluminum knobs, reinforcements and tuning knobs as a whole, very heavy!

  Pioneer is a vintage, classic equipment, highly valued all over the world by experts for great, uncompromising, beautiful workmanship characteristic of this brand * very convenient mute switch (-20 db) and great volume - these functions and other filters are included. It's a lovely model, absolutely one of a kind, with a heavy brushed aluminum front panel, thick glass, full thick aluminum knobs, full FM control knob, very heavy!, knurled, also all toggle switches are made of aluminum

  * high power 95 W at 4 ohms, for two sets of speakers (resistive source of the primary environment), for a characteristic source of resistance from 4 to 16 ohms, own speakers of different colors, with backlit power indicators, controls and stereo signal, as well as the type of sound and sound selection of A/B loudspeaker sets with a very wide frequency response and linear operating characteristics in a wide range. Great fan of the phono preamplifier - to work with any turntable, very good transfer (5-80,000 Hz) with changed harmonic distortions, huge power reserve.

  The ten unique devices are also characterized by an extremely perfect layout.

  Excellent FM signal with extreme stability and sensitivity, thanks to the use of a pair of dual MOS FET gates in the RF amplifier and mixer, an advanced FM section consisting of three 2-element ceramic filters and a large-scale IC, plus a multiplex section for FM stereo transmission which uses an innovative and advanced phase-locked loop IC for excellent separation properties.

  The result is pristine sound that is unmatched in sound quality by any comparably priced amplifier on the market, as well as beautiful design and human engineering excellence...

  This amplifier is practically unavailable in such an exceptional technical and visual condition, it offers many models of other receivers, but this one is unique, thanks to thorough revitalization work, it has been perfectly restored, the amplifier section has been thoroughly tested, the equipment has been dismantled to eliminate cold solder joints, thorough cleaning, the top cover is also restored, the housing is reinforced, beautiful, thoroughly preserved wood, beautiful veneer, a unique version for a connoisseur, the effect of power and charming sound, It can become a decoration of any living room or office. I would highly recommend! This model is hardly available on the market.

  LARGE POWER RESERVE 800W!

  This receiver is practically unattainable in such a technical and visual condition, we offer many models of other receivers and interesting amplifiers. The receiver has all voltages and bias adjusted, the housing has remained in its original condition due to its perfect condition (it has been refreshed). Each potentiometer was dismantled, then cleaned and lubricated with a dedicated agent.

Front and knobs in perfect condition. The photos show the condition of the receiver.

  Manufacturer: Pioneer

Model: SX-980

Type: Receiver

Year of production: 1978 - 1980 Year

production: Japan

Colour: silver front, wooden casing

Pilot: no

Power Consumption: Max 800W

Dimensions: 526 x 176 x 440 mm (WxWxD)

Weight: 18.8 kg

Original price approx. 2385 marks