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13 Nov Sansui 800

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STEREO RECEIVER

280eur

General Information

  • Manufacturer: Sansui

  • Model: 800

  • Year of Manufacture: Circa 1968–71

  • Made in: Japan

  • Color: Silver/metal front panel with wood or veneer side panels

  • Dimensions: Approx. 400 × 115 × 333 mm (W × H × D)

  • Weight: Approx. 10.2 kg

Technical Specifications

  • Type: AM/FM Stereo Receiver (integrated tuner + amplifier)

  • Power Output: 2 × 22 W into 8 Ω (continuous)

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 30 kHz

  • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): ≤ 0.8%

  • Damping Factor: 60

  • Input Sensitivity:

    • Phono (MM): 2.2 mV

    • Line/Aux: 150 mV

  • Signal‑to‑Noise Ratio (S/N):

    • Phono: 70 dB

    • Line: 70 dB

  • Speaker Load Impedance: 4 Ω – 16 Ω

  • Tuner Section: FM (88‑108 MHz) & MW (approximately 535‑1605 kHz)

Special Features

  • Vintage Sansui Build Quality – Solid Japanese engineering from the late 1960s, with quality components and classic styling.

  • Tone Controls & Loudness Enhancement – Bass and treble adjustments plus loudness compensation allow sound tailoring.

  • Phono Input for MM Cartridges – Suitable for vinyl playback as part of a retro hi‑fi system.

  • Dual Speaker Outputs (A/B) – Enables flexible speaker setups or switching between two pairs.

  • Classic Analog Display & Controls – The front panel features vintage styling with toggle switches and a long tuning dial.

Description

The Sansui 800 is a finely crafted vintage stereo receiver that marries the charm of 1960s Japanese hi‑fi with functional performance. With its 22 watt per channel output and solid build, it suits efficient speakers and provides a warm, textured sound character valued by vintage audio enthusiasts.

Clad in its original metal and wood styling, the 800 not only adds sonic value but also aesthetic appeal—earning its place in both listening rooms and collector displays. While modern amplifiers often focus on high wattage, the Sansui 800 excels at musicality, finesse, and authenticity. Priced at 280 €, it represents an approachable entry into vintage hi‑fi with character.

 

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